An expansion of President Trump’s 2017 travel ban adds Nigeria, Sudan, Tanzania, Eritrea, Kyrgyzstan and Myanmar. With the expansion, announced January 31, 2020, nearly a quarter of the population of Africa is subject to the immigration guidelines, according to the New York Times. The newest travel ban applies to citizens of Nigeria, Eritrea, Kyrgyzstan and… [Read More]
Immigration Options for Start-Ups and Entrepreneurs
Northeastern University’s announced opening of The Roux Institute in Portland has sent shockwaves of excitement through Maine’s tech industries – and for good reason. Northeastern’s cooperative education model leverages corporate partnerships to design curriculum that responds to business needs – helping ensure students have the practical and technical skills to thrive in the global marketplace… [Read More]
Iranian Citizens No Longer Eligible for E Visa
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services announced today that citizens of Iran will no longer be eligible for E-1 or E-2 visas. The move comes following the October 3, 2018 termination of the 1955 Treaty of Amity, Economic Relations, and Consular Rights with Iran. Without a qualifying treaty of commerce between Iran and the… [Read More]
The TN Visa – A List of Applicable Occupations
The TN visa provides employers with an avenue for hiring “NAFTA professional workers” from Canada or Mexico. The TN visa is a “pure” non-immigrant visa, meaning the pathway to U.S. permanent residence or citizenship may require additional steps or extraordinary measures throughout the process. However, TN visas can be extended, in theory, indefinitely in three-year… [Read More]
Understanding Priority Dates: How Quotas Impact EB-1 and NIW Petition Timelines
Traditionally, EB-1 and NIW green card preference categories have been an expeditious way for employers to sponsor foreign employees with extraordinary ability for permanent resident status, and for foreign nationals with extraordinary ability to self-petition for a green card. But as immigration policy has fluctuated under President Trump’s administration, so have the timelines of these… [Read More]
“90 Day Fiancé” Article in New York Post to Feature Attorney Aga Asbury
FordMurray senior counsel Aga Asbury was featured by the New York Post in an October article on the popular TLC’s reality TV show “90 Day Fiancé.” The article showcases one of this season’s new couples, with legal commentary from Aga. Writer Melissa Malamut chose to interview Aga after reading FordMurray’s blog post – Applying for a K-1… [Read More]
Profiles in Immigration – Abilene Christian University
Abilene Christian University is a diverse, welcoming, academically rigorous institution, offering 50 majors across 5 undergraduate colleges and 28 Master and Doctorate degree programs. Founded in 1906, ACU is a private, non-profit university affiliated with Churches of Christ and committed to transformative, energized learning. Abilene Christian University trusts FordMurray as immigration counsel, primarily for H-1B,… [Read More]
Understanding the Evidence: Why Letters of Support are Important Components of Extraordinary Ability Petition
Compiling the evidence is an integral part of the petition process for EB-1 and National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions. Gathering letters of support from professionals in your field can help illustrate your “extraordinary ability” and/or provide detailed information about your achievements in your area of expertise for your Extraordinary Ability Petition. While obtaining letters of… [Read More]
FordMurray Releases Higher Education Employer’s Guide
FordMurray released a new guide to assist higher education institutions navigate the process of hiring foreign faculty and staff. The 25-page Guide, a companion resource to our SEVP Certification and Compliance Guide, presents a holistic overview of visa and green card options for colleges and universities. The Guide was produced for general counsel, human resource… [Read More]
Why We Offer Free Consultations
Every law practice is run differently, and we decided early on at FordMurray that we would offer complimentary consultations to business owners who need help navigating the immigration landscape. Why do we do it? Most importantly, we hope to help business owners and individuals understand the various immigration pathways available in order to make informed… [Read More]
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