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When do immigration lawyers generally do the legal work?

Immigration lawyers generally do the legal work when the job is already found. I along with most of my colleagues do not consider ourselves in the business of a job agency. If we know of a job opening and the prospective client appears qualified, we may inform one party of the other party, but would not go... Read More

Can I call in and ask immigration questions on the Forum?

Click on forum link for details. Everyone, whether or not a member of discussion forums, is welcome to call in and ask questions or just listen live or listen to the recording for the call. The recording is posted on our YouTube Channel, immigration.com and forums.

Where can I get help with US immigration related questions?

We take no responsibility for the information presented here. Rajiv S. Khanna, US Immigration Attorney, hosts a Free Community Conference Call for all of you, every other Thursday at 12:30 PM Eastern Standard Time to answer US immigration related questions, Dial in No: (202)800-8394. Click on forum link for details.

Do you leave a message when you call a lawyer?

(By the way, make sure to leave a message when you call, including your phone number so he or she has what is needed to call you back.) “Why is my lawyer ignoring me?”

Can a lawyer speed up my immigration case?

The immigration process can be intimidating and take a long time, but hiring an immigration attorney to support you with your case can speed up the process and help you meet your goals.

Can immigration lawyer speed up process Australia?

An attorney can also file specific requests with the relevant government agencies to find out whether something is hindering the process in your particular case. They will be able to resolve the issue, thus speeding up your visa in general.

Where can I ask questions about immigration?

Dial 800-375-5283 (TTY 800-767-1833) and ask your question in English or Spanish. The system will answer your question and can send you links to forms and information by email or text.

Can you sue someone for immigration?

Yes, in most cases. There are parts of the U.S. Constitution that protect you even if you don't have the right immigration papers.

Why is Australian visa taking so long?

Australia had temporarily stopped granting tourist visas due to the Covid-19 outbreak. One of the consequences of this is that the official average delivery times have become considerably longer, because the immigration service now has to process all those old applications due to the new travel rules.

How much does an immigration agent cost in Australia?

Migration Agent & Visa FeesInitial Consultation (In-office, Phone Or Skype)$150Lodgement Ready Service (DIY service)$400 – $1600Other Migration or Citizenship MattersOn Request and/or Consultation

What do US immigration officers see on their screen?

The officer at primary inspection will verify your identity and check your name against various computer databases. The officers are on the lookout for people who might be a security risk or who are using a tourist or other nonimmigrant visa to gain entry to the United States for illegal purposes or a permanent stay.

What should I ask an immigration consultant?

Ten Questions To Ask An Immigration ConsultantAre you registered with ICCRC? ... Can I talk or correspond directly with the registered agent? ... How long have you been in the industry? ... How are you different from others? ... Which immigration program may be right for me, and why?More items...•

Why do people get deported?

The United States may deport foreign nationals who participate in criminal acts, are a threat to public safety, or violate their visa.

What happens if USCIS does not respond?

If you do not have a response within 30 days of your call to Customer Service, send an email to the Service Center that has your application or petition. You can find the email address on the USCIS web site [ link to https://www.uscis.gov/about-us/contact-us ].

How much does it cost to file a lawsuit against USCIS?

What Are the Filing Fees? Fees for U.S. District Court Complaint is $350.00, plus $50.00 (est.) for Service of Process.

Is it a good idea to sue USCIS?

By filing a Federal lawsuit, you are forcing USCIS to justify their decision, which it is highly unlikely they will be able to do. In most cases where a Federal lawsuit has been filed, USCIS has chosen to avoid litigation and has issued an approval. This is particularly true on delayed cases and partial approvals.

Free Conference Call For US Immigration Questions

Rajiv S. Khanna, US Immigration Attorney, hosts a Free Community Conference Call for all of you, every other Thursday at 12:30 PM Eastern Standard Time to answer US immigration related questions, Dial in No: (202)800-8394. Click on forum link for details.

F and G Visas

Please visit our http://immigration.com/faq/ to see if your question has been answered there, before you post here.

H Visas

All H (H-1, H-2, H-3, H-4) related matters. Please visit our http://immigration.com/faq/ to see if your question has been answered there, before you post here.

J Visas

Please visit our FAQ site to see if your question has been answered there, before you post here.

K Visas

Fiances/Fiancees of U.S. Citizens. Please visit our http://immigration.com/faq/ to see if your question has been answered there, before you post here.

L and M Visas

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Labor Certifications

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What are non-lawyers immigration forums?

Lately there has been an increase of non-lawyers immigration law forums (referred in this article as ‘forums’) discussing about immigration and other legal matters. Many serve educational purposes, however, many of them are owned, maintained and moderated by -lawyers and ultimately might be wrongly advising readers and members. The Department of Homeland Security is making a huge effort to crack down on “notarios”, and other so called immigration consultants and unfortunately on the web, such ‘forums’ enable the non-lawyers to prosper and even hurt numerous people. In this article, I have tried to compile few reasons why someone should avoid relying and even putting private information on such forums.

Is immigration law complicated?

Immigration law is very complex. In fact, many have categorized immigration law as complicated as tax laws. Missing one fact can actually result into a deportation or worse if you are outside in a permanent bar. One time in 2007, a client came to our office, for a marriage case and she got all her information on a forum owned by non-lawyer immigration consultant. The consultant prepared her paperwork for an Form I-130 petition and it was approved. Because she entered illegally, the immigration consultant asked her just to go to the Mexico US embassy to pick her immigrant visa.#N#The client was ready to fly when she came to our office. We sat down and explained to her about the 10 years bar. We also found out that she can benefit from the INA 24 (i) requesting her just to pay a penalty and file for an adjustment of status in the United States. We advised her not to leave. After 3 months, we obtained her permanent residence in the United States without her leaving. Had she left, she would have been barred to enter the United States for at least 10 years. Another example how the “non-lawyer” forums could have destroyed the life of a couple.

Is a lawyer a forum?

A forum, although, giving information for educational purposes can actually mislead readers and ultimately not be punished because such forums are not accountable for their actions.

Can you change your Green Card category from employment based to marriage based after you already filed the I-485?

A US citizen spouse can sponsor a foreign national spouse for a green card as long as the foreign national entered the country with permission. This is true even if he falls out of status. After you sponsor him for his green card marriage base case, he can get his work permission in roughly 5 to 6 months.... Read More

Can my Filipino girlfriend come here to visit?

OK you have several options. You can either have her apply for a visitor visa or a fiancée visa. If she applies for a fiancée visa it is required that you both physically meet before she can file her case. This meeting can take place anywhere in the world. Secondly, if she applies for a visitor visa, she can do so at the... Read More

Can I work after USCIS issued a receipt for I-765 for EB2 for OPT?

The only real way to be sure is to have an attorney review your paperwork.

Can a Illegal alien apply be able to obtain a professional license such as for cosmetology?

While venturing to say that state professional licenses are generally not given for immigrants without status, you can check your particular state board’s rules on licensing to ascertain whether there is room for exception. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee & Arthur Lee, Esqs.’ (the "Firm")... Read More

How long does it take usually for I-130 to get to the NVC stage?

Each of the service centers of USCIS have their own processing times. The estimated range from the Texas service center means that it may take up to 10 months for the I-130 to be processed. After approval, I-130 petitions are expeditiously sent to the National Visa Center within days. After receipt by the... Read More

How come my mom was denied a re entry visa?

Since your mother is overseas, she has choices of trying to apply for a special immigrant visa with the American Embassy or boarding a plane back to the US and explaining with documents her situation to Customs and Border Protection at... Read More

Is it illegal to keep employment if EAD expired?

If your employee filed for an extension of their EAD and received a letter confirming that their original EAD is automatically extended for 180 days from the date of its expiration, a company may continue employing them. You can look at I 9 employment book and see what documents may be accepted as proof of... Read More

What is the ethical obligation of a lawyer?

A lawyer has an ethical obligation to communicate with his clients. If he’s holding documents or if his lack of communication is holding up your ability to settle the estate, he’s not meeting his ethical duty to you as a client. You might wish to send a certified letter, as you mentioned.

What is a notice of withdrawal?

This letter will prompt the attorney to file a notice of withdrawal with the court. In most states, the notice of withdrawal must include the client’s address. That way, the court, opposing attorneys, etc. will send the client any important paperwork/notices rather than sending them to the attorney.

How to get a different public defender?

In most cases, you can get a different public defender by writing a letter to the judge. Accordingly, you can mention to your lawyer that you want to explore getting a different public defender. Hopefully this will motivate your attorney to either (a) be more responsive, or (b) help you request a new lawyer. Reply.

What to do if your attorney is ignoring you?

If you think your attorney is ignoring you, send a certified letter to his office questioning the silence and that you are prepared to find a new lawyer if necessary . This will jolt him into action. He will respond either by saying the two of you aren’t a good fit, or he will start being much more communicative.

Why are nonessential hearings delayed?

As for the delays, unfortunately many courts have had to delay “nonessential” hearings due to the coronavirus. It’s really unfortunate for people who want their cases resolved, but it’s also understandable that certain cases (such as emergency restraining orders) should receive priority.

When are court records open?

August 9, 2019 at 7:24 pm. Court records are generally open to the public. You can go to the court where your case was filed (usually, the county where the accident occurred or where the defendant lives) and request to see the court file (go to the clerk’s office in the courthouse).

Do attorneys have an ethical duty to communicate with their clients?

Attorneys are often very busy. With that being said, attorneys have an ethical duty to communicate with their clients. I would recommend sending your attorney a letter outlining your concerns and explaining that you are going to look for a new attorney if the issues aren’t resolved.