Immigration Law Blog

There is nothing wrong with trying to save money during the immigration process. Immigration is already expensive, and it is understandable that people look for affordable help preparing their applications. But over the course of my career as an immigration attorney, I have seen what can happen when someone chooses immigration help based primarily on…

Beginning September 18, 2026, an important change will affect many people applying for family-based green cards. If you are planning to apply for a marriage-based green card, Adjustment of Status, or are in the United States on a K-1 fiancé(e) visa, you may have heard about changes to the “public charge” rule. While the public charge requirement itself is not…

Last Updated: August 7, 2026   There has been an important—and encouraging—development for families affected by the 75-country immigrant visa pause. A federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration’s 75-country immigrant visa policy is unlawful. The ruling does not end the pause for everyone. But it is an important legal victory and could have implications for other…

Waiting for an I-130 petition can be one of the most frustrating parts of the spouse visa process. You filed the petition, received the receipt notice, and now there may be very little to do except wait. As the months pass without a decision, it is natural to wonder whether something is wrong. Couples frequently…

Waiting for an I-130 petition to be approved can be one of the most difficult parts of the spouse visa process. Long processing times can keep couples separated and make it difficult to plan their future together. The waiting can become even more stressful when one spouse is dealing with a serious health problem, family…

Receiving news that a visa case has been returned to USCIS after an embassy interview can be alarming. Many couples believe that once an I-130 petition for a spouse visa or an I-129F petition for a fiancé visa has been approved, the hardest part of the process is behind them. Unfortunately, that is not always…

The May 21, 2026 adjustment of status policy change has created fear, confusion, and many important questions for immigrants and families across the United States. Adjustment of status is the process that allows certain people already inside the United States to apply for a green card without leaving the country. This process is often used…

For many international couples, one of the hardest parts of the immigration journey is deciding how to begin. A couple may be deeply in love and ready to build a future together, but choosing between a fiancé visa and a spouse visa can feel confusing and emotional. Some couples want the fastest path to reunite.…

During a recent live immigration attorney chat, a question came in that reflects what many couples are going through right now. A visa had already reached the interview stage, everything was completed, and then the case was suddenly paused with no answers. This is more than frustrating. It impacts families in a very real way.…