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Jul 10, 2010
The list of mandatory detention crimes includes multiple criminal convictions, aggravated felonies, controlled substances offenses, firearms offenses, or crimes of moral turpitude for which the non-citizen has been sentenced to one year or more.
Jun 23, 2010
If a lawful permanent resident is out of the U.S. continuously for more than six months but less than a year, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will look at a number of factors before admitting the returning lawful permanent resident. If the resident has been outside the U.S. for longer than one year, DHS takes the position that residency has been abandoned.
Jun 12, 2010
An adult beneficiary of a petition filed by a United States citizen or lawful permanent resident parent has to wait many years for his petition to become current. However, it is difficult to place a life on hold for a decade or more. If the adult child marries, he may lose his ability to immigrate because there is no category for married sons and daughters of lawful permanent residents.
May 6, 2010
On Saturday, April 10, 2010, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid addressed the issue of immigration reform during a speech in downtown Las Vegas. His words were emphatic, indicating that Congress would start working on an overhaul of immigration policy as soon as lawmakers returned from a recess period.
Apr 23, 2010
This Sunday marks the conclusion of Season One of Reeves & Associates’ educational television program, “The Immigration Experts.” “The Immigration Experts” was conceived as an informative program which sought to give viewers down to earth practical immigration advice, approaches and tips.
Feb 20, 2010
To become a lawful permanent resident, the fiancée (or child of a fiancée) of a United States citizen must go through four steps. First, the non-citizen must obtain a K visa through a visa petition filed by her United States citizen fiancée.
Feb 8, 2010
While domestic issues such as healthcare and financial regulation have occupied the public debate throughout 2009, there is good reason to believe that the nation’s attention will once again turn towards immigration reform in 2010.
Feb 2, 2010
The recent February 2010 Visa Bulletin shows a somewhat modest advance in visa numbers for skilled and unskilled workers from last month. Priority dates have reached September 22, 2002 for skilled workers, and June 1, 2001 for unskilled workers. But, one year ago, these numbers were at May 1, 2005 for skilled, and March 13, 2003 for unskilled.
Jan 9, 2010
Charles Dickens wrote, “I will honor Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year.” During this Holiday Season, Reeves & Associates invites you to pause and take a moment out of your busy schedule to not only honor Christmas, but to also consider how you can keep it in your heart throughout the new year.
Dec 23, 2009
When someone needs legal assistance, he usually attempts to find an attorney. Once he has decided to hire a particular attorney, he places all his trust in that lawyer. When he hires an attorney who is well qualified to handle the legal problem, the trust is well-placed. Unfortunately, sometimes, the person hired is not really an attorney. Then the client is at the mercy of someone who is not trained or qualified to assist him with his legal problem.
Dec 15, 2009
Even before an alien ever comes in contact with USCIS, a decision needs to be made whether to represent oneself or retain the services of an immigration attorney. It is impossible to overstate the importance of this decision, as it will likely be one of the most significant decisions that an alien will make in their lifetime.
Oct 5, 2009
Over the past couple of years, the United States Immigration and Citizenship Services (USCIS) stepped up enforcement and political prosecution of immigrants. As such, individuals and families need to be prepared and well represented whenever they apply for an immigration benefit or attend an interview with the USCIS.
Sep 6, 2009
The advantage of the nonimmigrant visa waiver lies in the wide range of eligible applicants. The waiver may provide a viable temporary solution to what is an otherwise lengthy separation from family, friends, studies or business matters in the U.S.
Aug 13, 2009
It is bad enough to be ordered deported when you know about the hearing. It is even worse to believe you are about to get a green card and find out that you may not be eligible because you have an existing deportation order.
Aug 3, 2009
Marriage to a US citizen is a well known path to permanent residency (the green card) as long as the marriage is not a sham. The process is relatively quick and even allows immigrants who are in the US and out of status to become permanent residents.
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