If you are looking to travel to California and you are not a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, you may need a visa. The process involves a thorough vetting process that might include an interview to determine whether you are
David Hirson & Partners, LLP Blog
The David Hirson & Partners, LLP Blog focuses on U.S. immigration law, covering topics such as family-based immigration petitions, employment-based visa processes, and recent policy changes affecting immigrant families. It addresses procedural guidance for visa applicants, including steps after petition approvals, expedite requests for employment visas, and eligibility criteria for new immigration processes promoting family unity. The blog also discusses legal challenges like criminal records impacting visa eligibility and options for waivers. It provides practical information on navigating U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) procedures and highlights the importance of legal counsel in complex immigration matters.
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EB-5 Regional Center Compliance Filing Deadline Extension
By David Hirson
On December 23, 2022 USCIS quietly announced that the deadline for the Regional Center Compliance Filings for 2022 (Forms I-956 and I-956G) has been extended from December 29, 2022 to a new upcoming date. Currently, there has been no…
Important facts about immigration waivers and extreme hardship
More than a quarter of immigrants to the U.S. live in California. While the state offers a number of advantages to immigrants, some individuals trying to make the state their home may experience a denial of their visa by a…
DHP Attorneys Recognized for Excellence by EB5 Investors Magazine
By David Hirson
Megan Guzman
David Van Vooren
David Hirson
Three Attorneys from David Hirson & Partners, LLP (DHP) earned awards from eb5 Investors Magazine this year. The first award went to Megan Guzman, who is Of Counsel for DHP. She earned…
Adjustment of status vs. consular processing in California
Making the decision to move to the United States can be a difficult one. There are many different ways to do it, and two of the most common in California are adjustment of status and consular processing. Understanding each process…
Which process do I choose to get my spouse a green card?
Green card holders working in California frequently want their spouses to live legally in the United States. If you want your spouse to live here with you, what type of processing is better for your situation: adjustment of status or…
Why is a PERM Labor Certification necessary?
California businesses often hire non-U.S. citizen employees to fill highly specialized positions within their organization. This process has two steps. You’ll have to apply for a PERM Labor Certification. Once approved, you can file form I-140, called the Immigrant Petition…
How backed up is family-based immigration?
Over the past few decades, the backlog of family-based green cards has continued to pile up. With the waiting list as it currently stands, anyone who applies for family-based immigration in California now does so with the knowledge that any…
What age is a person considered a child per immigration laws?
Immigrants in California and elsewhere often wish to bring their children with them regardless of their age. However, there are specifications about what age is considered a child under immigration laws.
Age limits for children versus adults
Immigrants seeking family…
A closer look at green cards: paths to permanent citizenship
Something that makes California so great is the diversity of its population. If you’re from another country and want to live in this state or any other one, you’ll need a green card. Otherwise known as a permanent resident card,…