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Program allowing expedited H1-B status reinstated
On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Jul 31, 2017 | US Immigration Law
On July 24, the federal government reinstated a program that allows some employers in Arizona and throughout the country to gain faster H-1B visa consideration. Employers must not be subject to the annual visa cap in addition to paying a fee of $1,225. The premium…
READ MOREMore seasonal temporary labor visas to be issued
On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Jul 19, 2017 | US Immigration Law
Despite rhetoric to the contrary, additional visas are being made available for more temporary foreign workers to come to Arizona and elsewhere in the United States on a seasonal basis. While President Donald Trump has become known for his harsh stance on immigration,…
READ MOREFederal government puts asylum seekers at risk
On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Jul 3, 2017 | Asylum
Asylum seekers who try to enter the country legally in states like Arizona may find themselves endangered by legislation passed by the U.S. House of Representatives in late June 2017. According to human rights advocates, “Kate’s Law” raises the possibility that people…
READ MOREWhat to do if immigration officers arrest a family member
On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Jun 21, 2017 | US Immigration Law
Immigration-related arrests are increasing in Arizona and other parts of the country, and a family member might be taken into custody for this reason. When this happens, it may be important to act quickly because the person may be deported after a short period of…
READ MOREFewer visas issued to people from travel ban countries
On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Jun 6, 2017 | US Immigration Law
There may be fewer visitors to Arizona and other states from the seven countries targeted in President Trump’s travel ban if an April trend continues. In that month, about half the number of visas were issued to people from those countries compared to any average…
READ MOREThe reasons why nonimmigrant visas may be revoked
On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. May 26, 2017 | US Immigration Law
Some foreing visitors travel to Arizona each year by using B2 nonimmigrant visas. These visas may be revoked by U.S. consuls for several reasons. It is important for people to understand why this can happen. If a consul determines that the visitor actually intends to…
READ MOREUniversity program helps immigrants stay in the U.S.
On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. May 8, 2017 | US Immigration Law
Arizona residents may be interested to know that immigrants are responsible for founding many startups in America, according to immigration advocates. However, there is no specific visa for foreigners who wish to start their own companies in the United States. In many…
READ MOREImmigration Cancellation of Removal, or “It’s Not About You”
On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. May 7, 2017 | Immigration
In immigration law, sometimes it’s not about you. Or me. It’s about the kids. In the case of Cancellation of Removal, it really is. I had immigation court this afternoon for a couple, a husband and wife, who have four kids who are all US citizens….
READ MOREH-1B visa programs may take on a new form under Trump
On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Apr 25, 2017 | US Immigration Law
Immigrants who work in Arizona or other parts of the U.S. on H-1B visas may have to deal with evolving political and legislative landscapes thanks to President Donald Trump. Although Trump has long spoken out against potential flaws in the immigration system, in…
READ MORETougher immigration penalties may be imposed
On Behalf of Coughlon Law Firm, PLLC. Apr 12, 2017 | US Immigration Law
Many Arizona residents are concerned about immigration issues. They may be immigrants themselves, have family members who are interested in immigrating, or may know people who are unsure of their immigration status. Changes in immigration law and policy has made many…
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