Relief Options for Domestic Violence Victims

  Relief  Options for Domestic Violence Victims Survivors of domestic violence and other serious crimes may qualify for several forms of immigration relief in the United States, specifically designed to protect individuals who are non-immigrant visa holders so that they may be able to secure a work permit independent of their spouse.   Relief under …

Addressing Erroneous SEVIS Terminations for F-1 and J-1 Visa Holders

We have recently observed a rising number of cases involving F1 and J1 non-immigrants who have encountered erroneous terminations of their SEVIS (Student and Exchange Visitor Information System) SEVIS is an online system used by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to maintain information about non-immigrant students and exchange visitors in the United States. The …

U Visas: Offering Visa Options for Victims of Crime

The U visa is an immigration benefit that can be sought by victims of certain crimes who are currently assisting or have previously assisted law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of a crime, or who are likely to be helpful in the investigation or prosecution of criminal activity. The U visa provides eligible victims …