What Is the Final Rule for a Public Charge?

On September 8, 2022, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) made a final rule to be published in the Federal Register regarding what constitutes as a public charge. This ruling was in an effort to provide clarity and consistency for noncitizens on how DHS will administer the public charge ground of inadmissibility. This goes...
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What Is the Most Recent DACA Update?

Across the United States, recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) policy work in the healthcare industry, serve in the military, or overall positively contribute to our society. While the futures of DACA recipients have been left largely unknown over the years, fortunately, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently...
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What Defenses Can I Take Against Deportation from the United States?

It is an unfortunate truth that, regardless of whether you hold a green card, you may face an uncertain future. Specifically, you may face the effects of deportation or detention. Read on to discover how a seasoned Lyndhurst green card immigration lawyer at the Law Offices of Salvatore A. Falletta, LLC can provide quality legal...
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Can a Noncitizen Work as a STEM Professional in the United States?

In the United States, there has been a growth of opportunity in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). which in turn has led to a growth of job opportunities. If you are a noncitizen and wondering what temporary or permanent options are available for you to work in the STEM fields, continue...
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Can I Remove Conditions from My Marriage-Based Permanent Resident Status?

If you are a permanent resident that obtained status through marriage, you were likely issued a two-year Green Card and are considered a conditional resident. This is typically for marriages that took place less than two years from the date the permanent resident status was issued. The reason why you have conditions if you have...
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What Should I Look for When Hiring an Immigration Attorney?

Selecting the right immigration attorney to represent you in front of a New Jersey court is crucial, and it is not a decision that should be taken lightly. With your immigration-related matters being extremely personal, your hired attorney should be fully prepared to assess your situation, guide you through your legal options, and do whatever...
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What to Know About PERM Labor Certification

A permanent (PERM) labor certification issued by the Department of Labor (DOL) allows an employer to hire a foreign worker to permanently work in the United States. Usually, before the employer can submit an immigration petition to the Department of Homeland Security’s U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), they must obtain a certified labor certification...
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Am I Eligible for a Green Card if I Have a Record of Crimes?

You may find yourself eligible for a green card through connections with family, a job offer or employment, refugee or asylum status, or special programs, such as the Cuban or Haitian Family Reunification Parole Programs. However, this eligibility may be hindered if the government officials reviewing your application determine that your record of crimes makes...
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What to Know About the Automatic Extension of the Employment Authorization Document

Effective May 4. 2022, certain renewal applicants who have filed Form I-765, or the Application for Employment Authorization, can qualify for an automatic extension of their expiring employment authorization or pending employment authorization document (EAD). There is also a temporary increase to the extension period, so this along with the automatic extension period is intended...
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How Do I Obtain a Fiancé Visa? | What to Know About Eligibility.

If you are a citizen of the United States that is engaged to a non-citizen, you are likely taking the next step in applying for a fiancé visa, otherwise known as a K-1 visa. It is important to follow the application rules with exactness and efficiency, as this is a precise and time-sensitive process, and...
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