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Border Security Tech Workers: TN Visa Challenges for Cybersecurity Professionals

On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Apr 21, 2025 | Immigration

Cybersecurity jobs are growing fast across Arizona and the Southwest, especially near the border, where secure infrastructure is critical. However, for Canadian and Mexican tech professionals applying for TN visas, getting past Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is often harder than expected. That’s because “cybersecurity” isn’t clearly listed under the TN visa job categories. This […]

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Immigration Consequences of Cannabis Industry Employment: Balancing State Legality With Federal Inadmissibility

On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Mar 24, 2025 | Immigration

Arizona has embraced the legal cannabis industry, allowing both medical and recreational marijuana sales. Many legal residents see it as a great job opportunity, especially with dispensaries hiring workers for retail, security, and administrative roles. However, green card holders and other non-citizens could be risking their immigration status by working in the cannabis industry. Even […]

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Navigating the Complexities of the U Visa for Crime Victims

On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Feb 28, 2025 | Immigration

Victims of crime and domestic abuse often experience trauma. Immigrants even have it worse because the fear of deportation makes it harder for them to come forward. The U visa was created to protect crime victims who come forward and assist law enforcement. This special visa provides temporary legal status, work authorization, and a path […]

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Legal Strategies for Challenging Visa Denials and Overcoming Inadmissibility

On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Jan 23, 2025 | Immigration

Visa application is a challenging process, and it can get even more challenging when you face refusals from the Department of State. Even though it is emotionally taxing, visa denial is not the end of your quest to get into the United States. Here are a few insights on how you can appeal a visa […]

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How Can Undocumented Immigrants Protect Their Children’s Rights?

On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Nov 25, 2024 | Immigration

Undocumented immigrants deal with many challenges when trying to protect their children. The fear of deportation and the stress of an uncertain future can make it difficult to access resources that their families need. Even so, there are ways to prepare and take action to ensure their children’s rights and safety are protected. Making Sure […]

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How Immigration Status Impacts Estate Planning in the U.S.

On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Oct 22, 2024 | Immigration

Estate planning can be a little complicated when it involves immigration. If you or your spouse are not U.S. citizens, some specific tax rules and regulations will apply to you. Immigration status impacts how your estate is taxed and what you can pass down to your family. Understanding these details is important so you can […]

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The Difference Between Having Lawful Status and a Period of Authorized Stay in the U.S.

On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Aug 26, 2024 | Immigration

The terms lawful status and a period of unauthorized stay are related yet distinct concepts that play a critical role in immigration matters. Often, these concepts are used to define if your presence in the United States is lawful or unlawful. Lawful Status When you are a citizen or a national of the United States, […]

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What Should I Do If I Receive a Deportation Order?

On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Jul 22, 2024 | Immigration

As an immigrant, receiving a deportation order is one of the most devastating things that can happen to you. For the most part, deportation orders are considered final, and many immigrants are discouraged from escalating issues due to the fear of being blacklisted. However, deportation orders do not always mean the end of your stay […]

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How to Legally Apply for U.S. Citizenship Through Your Parents

On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Jun 18, 2024 | Immigration

How to Legally Apply for U.S. Citizenship Through Your Parents United States immigration laws provide two ways for individuals to acquire citizenship through parents. The primary method is through acquisition, where citizenship is automatically awarded to all children born to U.S. citizen parents, regardless of place of birth. The second method, which is the subject […]

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Are Green Card Holders Obligated to Pay U.S. Taxes on Foreign Income?

On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. May 21, 2024 | Immigration

Green cards offer a direct pathway to U.S. citizenship and all the opportunities that come with it. However, many green card holders are unaware of the tax implications of U.S. citizenship, particularly in regard to foreign income. For instance, green card holders are considered U.S. tax residents and are liable to severe financial penalties for […]

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