Nick Grant and Mehak Bhalla Grant were born half a world away from each other, but from their very first meeting, it was their commonalities that stood out to the newlyweds. Nick, of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, and Mehak, born in Chandigarh, India, met when Mehak was working a summer internship at Wex during graduate school…. [Read More]
Public Charge Rule Change: What You Need to Know
Changes to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Public Charge Rule, scheduled to go into effect on February 24th, will fundamentally change how officers will determine inadmissibility for adjustment of status applicants and those seeking an extension or change of their current nonimmigrant status. The Public Charge Rule will NOT apply to: Those… [Read More]
Profiles in Immigration – Home for the Holidays
The holidays, for so many, are filled with joy and merriment. For newlyweds Joe and Camila, this Christmas season provides even more to reasons to celebrate – as they spend their first holiday together as husband and wife in the United States. Joe and Camila met in March on Christian Mingle, an online dating website…. [Read More]
The E-2 Visa and the 5 Best Businesses to Invest
The E-2 Visa became increasingly popular with foreign investors, entrepreneurs, and multinational companies, as work visas as the H-1B and L visa categories faced increased scrutiny during the Trump Administration’s “American First” immigration policies. The E-2 Visa continues to be a desirable nonimmigrant visa because it does not require sponsorship from U.S. citizens or businesses,… [Read More]
Can You Use an E-2 Visa to Open a Franchise in the U.S.?
Franchise opportunities in the United States can be an enticing option for investors and entrepreneurs who are considering an E-2 visa, as they reduce the time and “substantial investment” supposition required to set up a U.S. business from the ground up. Why Invest in a Franchise? Franchises Exist in Diverse Industries Whether you want to… [Read More]
Applying for a K-1 Visa? 3 Things to Learn from TLC’s 90 Day Fiancé
NOTE: FORDMURRAY IS AN IMMIGRATION LAW FIRM. WE DO NOT HAVE ANY CONNECTION WITH TLC’S “90 Day Fiancé.” TO FIND OUT HOW TO APPLY FOR ” 90 Day Fiancé,” click here. To learn more about lessons you can learn about the application process from the show, please keep reading. While FordMurray doesn’t assist in casting… [Read More]
FordMurray Releases Family Sponsorship Guide
FordMurray is pleased to release our 2018 Family Sponsorship Guide. The 14-page guide, authored by Senior Counsel Aga Asbury, serves as a helpful resource to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents who would like to sponsor a spouse or family member for a U.S. “green card.” The Family Sponsorship Guide features information about the sponsorship… [Read More]
Profiles in Immigration – The Family Side of Immigration Law
As business immigration attorneys, we help companies employ the best possible candidates, regardless of their nationality. One of these businesses is a global systems designer for manufacturing companies. As a multinational entity with offices in Italy and Australia and the United States, this company depends on L-1 and H-1B visas to ensure the global mobility their… [Read More]
