In the whirlwind of change that has marked the beginning of the Biden administration, ICE has received some changes to their guidelines for removal / deportation that have been effective as of February 18, and put forth with very little fanfare. These changes are in effect until “Secretary Mayorkas issues new enforcement guidelines. The Secretary has informed me that he will issue new guidelines only after consultation with the leadership and workforce of ICE, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and other Department of Homeland Security agencies and offices…
Still Waiting for the DREAM to become REALITY: This is my 25th year as an immigration lawyer — and we are focused on Dreamers and DACA. It was recently announced that Senator Durbin and Senator Graham have proposed a bipartisan Dream act for 2021. What’s notable about this is that 20 years ago, Senator Durbin with then-Senator Hatch did…
As we enter the era of the Biden administration, many people are feeling optimistic about immigration over the next four years. So much so that as we speak there are 6000 Honduran immigrants at the border of Guatemala hoping to enter the US for a better chance in the land of the free.
With the pandemic affecting every part of our society, many people are worried about trying to get their green cards fast as soon as things are back to “normal.” All the uncertainty in the US means that more people than ever are trying to ensure their residency. One of the first questions they ask: How Can I Get a Green Card Fast?