The 2016 presidential campaign kept immigration at the forefront of discussion, with President Trump making the issue a centerpiece of his campaign. As a result the American public is ready for a real debate, and real reform. There is a false notion that any job that goes to a foreign national is taken away from… [Read More]
Michael Murray Published by New Hampshire Business Review
For New Hampshire health care employers in medically underserved areas, there is a resource for hiring doctors: The Conrad 30 J-1 Visa Waiver program. In this New Hampshire Business Review article, attorney Michael Murray explains how New Hampshire health care facilities can use the program to address the state’s physician shortage. Click here to read the… [Read More]
Presidential Executive Order Bans Entry to the U.S. For Citizens of Iran, Iraq, Syria, Sudan, Somalia, Libya and Yemen.
President Trump has issued a ninety (90) day ban on entry to the United States of citizens of Iran, Iraq, Syria, Sudan, Somalia, Libya and Yemen. The ban applies to all such citizens regardless of whether the individual holds a valid work visa, refugee status, or a Green Card (Lawful Permanent Residence). Although not specifically… [Read More]
FordMurray Attorney Michael Murray Featured in Portland Press Herald’s Maine Voices
FordMurray Attorney Michael Murray was recently featured in the Portland Press Herald’s Maine Voices section. In the piece Michael offers his opinion on what path the Trump administration should follow with regards to immigration policy. Click here to review the full story.
H-1B 2017 Cap Filing Deadline on April 1; Start Identifying H-1B Employees Now!
Employers who wish to obtain H-1B visa status for foreign national employees this year should begin the process now. Though a new administration is entering the White House in 2017, no immediate changes or reforms of the H-1B program are anticipated, and at least none that will impact this year’s H-1B “Cap”. As H-1B visas… [Read More]
Save Your School: The Importance of F-1 Designation for Higher Education
You may be wondering how your school can attract more students. Have you considered looking abroad? In July 2016, the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) reported that over a million F-1 and M-1 students were enrolled in United States institutions. Their numbers grow every year, and schools have expanded their programs to admit them…. [Read More]
Video Featuring Sara Fleming – Self Petition Green Cards
Video Transcript: Self-petition green card options include Extraordinary Ability and the National Interest Waiver petitions. These two options differ from other green card processes because they do not require a job or job offer in the U.S. for a successful petition, although an applicant does need to demonstrate that they are coming to the U.S…. [Read More]
Business Immigration Attorney Sara Fleming Joins FordMurray
October 13, 2016 (Portland, ME) – FordMurray, a growing business immigration law firm based in Portland, Maine, is pleased to announce that attorney Sara Fleming has joined the firm. Sara comes to FordMurray after eight years of practicing immigration law for clients in the higher education, healthcare and high tech industries in Boston. Sara focuses… [Read More]
Keeping SEVIS Up to Date: How to Correct Inaccurate Records
If your school participates in the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS), it is imperative that the records kept for each international student are completely accurate. Since these individuals are legal non-immigrants, their ability to stay in the United States is dependent on their having a complete and accurate SEVIS report. Designated School Officers… [Read More]
Understanding the Difference Between Q-1 and J-1 Exchange Visitor Visas
This article explains the difference between the Q-1 and J-1 Exchange Visitor Visas. For a detailed overview of healthcare immigration for foreign medical graduates or foreign medical students enrolled in U.S. medical training programs, click here. There are a number of different ways non-US citizens can come to the United States on nonimmigrant visas in order to… [Read More]
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