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U.S. Immigration Law and Legislation

3 07, 2021

Understanding the U.S. Refugee Law: Refugee Rights and Protection

By |2021-07-03T08:54:49-05:00July 3rd, 2021|Categories: U.S. Immigration Law and Legislation|

By Richard Hanus, Esq. Published July 3, 2021 Are you a refugee? Are you trying to bring a loved one to the U.S. who is a refugee and in order to protect them? Refugee law can seem complicated and confusing to anyone who isn't well-versed in refugee rights and protections. Trying to navigate this area of law and its related processes without significant expertise and experience will undoubtedly be challenging. We're here to provide an overview of refugee laws to provide you with basic insight and to sort out fact from fiction.  Keep reading to learn more. Who Is a Refugee? [...]

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20 06, 2021

The Different Types of Green Cards Explained

By |2021-06-20T08:56:33-05:00June 20th, 2021|Categories: U.S. Immigration Law and Legislation, Employment-Based Immigration Law|

By:  Richard Hanus, Esq. Published June 20, 2021 The Trump administration was not a positive force for immigrants in the US. However, recent changes made by the Biden administration make things far less difficult for immigrants to acquire a green card. If you're interested in how to get a green card, first consider what categories of eligibility are available.  In this regard, there are various avenues to green card, and each have their own distinct requirements and complexities. Here are some of the green card options you should know about. What is a Green Card? First of all, a Green Card allows [...]

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5 06, 2021

5 Immigration Laws to Know About Before Moving to the US

By |2021-06-05T15:25:54-05:00June 5th, 2021|Categories: U.S. Immigration Law and Legislation|

By:  Richard Hanus, Esq. Published June 5, 2021 For centuries, America has been a prime destination for international immigrants. If you're currently considering coming to the US, then following the law is paramount. Consistent with the public's perception, our overall immigration system can present problems now. Temporary detention centers are way over capacity, and Covid-19 hasn't made things easier. The pandemic has been causing extreme delays, supply shortages, and more. That doesn't mean you shouldn't come, though! If you know what immigration laws to follow, then you'll be in a better position. Read on to learn five important ones you need [...]

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23 05, 2021

Understanding the Trump Immigration Law Changes

By |2021-05-29T14:48:17-05:00May 23rd, 2021|Categories: U.S. Immigration Law and Legislation|

By Richard Hanus, Esq. Published May 23, 2021 During his four years in office, former President Trump transformed the immigration system in the United States. He issued more than 400 executive actions that cut legal immigration significantly . One of President Biden's priorities has been undoing much of former President Trump's legacy with his own executive actions. Yet, Trump immigration law has left a mark on the U.S. immigration system. Here are the most important changes you should know about. What You Should Know About Trump Immigration Law President Trump's policy dramatically restricted immigration. Trump's promises to build a wall on [...]

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7 05, 2021

State vs Federal Immigration Law: The Main Differences

By |2021-05-07T08:29:52-05:00May 7th, 2021|Categories: U.S. Immigration Law and Legislation|

By:  Richard Hanus, Esq. Published May 7, 2021 With one million immigrants coming to the US every year, there are laws in place to control and regulate entry into the United States. It is important to understand that there is both state and federal immigration law. Although the two share many similarities, there are notable differences as well. This guide will compare the two so that you can be more informed, especially if you're looking for legal advice. Let's get started. Federal Immigration Law The US immigration policy is regulated at the federal level. Although certain matters pertain to the states, federal laws trump those [...]

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22 02, 2021

Biden Reaches For the Stars and Starts an Important Immigration Conversation

By |2021-02-22T17:44:49-06:00February 22nd, 2021|Categories: General, Amnesty for Immigrants in the U.S., Asylum in the United States, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Employment Authorization / Work Cards in the U.S., Employment-Based Immigration Law, Family-Based Immigration Law, immigration reform, U.S. Immigration Law and Legislation, Undocumented Immigrants and Workers in the U.S.|

Published February 22, 2021 By Richard Hanus, Esq. It’s been more than 20 years since our nation has enacted any significant legislation to allow our nation’s undocumented population an avenue to legalize their status.  The most recent provision,  Section 245(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, was neither simple nor straightforward.  It was potent, though, affording hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of otherwise law abiding foreign nationals without immigration status a path to permanent residence (green card).  Its primary requirements included having a qualifying family member or employer to petition them along with the payment of a financial penalty for violating their status. Fast [...]

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26 01, 2021

6 Big Immigration Happenings Under President Biden

By |2021-01-26T16:11:29-06:00January 26th, 2021|Categories: General, Amnesty for Immigrants in the U.S., Asylum in the United States, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), DHS / Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Employment Authorization / Work Cards in the U.S., Green Cards, immigration reform, Lawful Permanent Residence in the U.S., Removal / Deportation Proceedings and Court Hearings, U.S. Immigration Law and Legislation, Undocumented Immigrants and Workers in the U.S.|

Published January 26, 2021 By Richard Hanus, Esq. Even before President Biden took office, the nonstop flow of news relating to immigration law began.  How will things be different with President Biden when it comes to immigration law and policy, especially after 4 years of the Trump administration’s harsh tone and policies?  In the past 10 days, the Biden administration has announced dozens of important immigration initiatives, some being Executive Orders taking effect immediately and without Congressional approval and others like proposed legislation, requiring Congressional approval and having no immediate impact.   Below are the 6 most far reaching of these orders [...]

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8 01, 2021

Facebook Live Event: Save the Date – Post Inauguration Immigration Law Update and Q & A

By |2021-01-08T16:58:50-06:00January 8th, 2021|Categories: General, DHS / Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), DHS / Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Employment-Based Immigration Law, Family-Based Immigration Law, immigration reform, Non-Immigrant Visas for Temporary Workers / H-1B, Removal / Deportation Proceedings and Court Hearings, U.S. Immigration Law and Legislation|

Published January 8, 2021 By Richard Hanus, Esq. Join us on Thursday, January 28, 2021 @ 7:00 pm CST when we will be getting the first glimpse of any new immigration policies Joe Biden has in mind for the start of his presidency as well as his possible agenda for major immigration legislation.  Richard Hanus will discuss the immediate and near future impact a Biden presidency will have on our immigration system and how it might affect your immigration filing.  He will also provide feedback on your specific immigration law questions.  To register for the Facebook event, visit: https://fb.me/e/1WWc6eNG3 Please forward [...]

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26 11, 2020

How the Anxiety of Becoming a Naturalized U.S. Citizen is About to Double

By |2020-11-28T06:48:39-06:00November 26th, 2020|Categories: General, Citizenship / Naturalization and the N-400 Application, DHS / Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), Lawful Permanent Residence in the U.S., U.S. Immigration Law and Legislation|

Published November 26, 2020 By: Richard Hanus, Esq. Becoming a U.S. citizen can present numerous challenges for applicants, whether intellectually, logistically or in many cases, emotionally.  A deeply personal and meaningful process in the hands of a U.S. Department of Homeland Security immigration officer is an experience that can cause many foreign nationals to feel uneasy and full of angst, no matter their eligibility or confidence in other aspects of life.  That angst is going to soon become worse for many applicants, with the implementation of an expanded U.S. government/civics test component of the naturalization process, a test most of our U.S. [...]

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14 11, 2020

The Top 5 Ways It’s a New Day for U.S. Immigration Under A Biden Administration

By |2020-11-23T10:54:57-06:00November 14th, 2020|Categories: Amnesty for Immigrants in the U.S., Asylum in the United States, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), Employment Authorization / Work Cards in the U.S., Non-Immigrant Visas for Temporary Workers / H-1B, Removal / Deportation Proceedings and Court Hearings, U.S. Immigration Law and Legislation|

Published November 14, 2020 By: Richard Hanus, Esq. In recent memory there has not been an administration as singularly focused on immigration law as President Trump's. Donald Trump ascended into office because of loud immigration rhetoric, and while in the White House, dedicated a massive effort at transforming our nation’s immigration policies impacting both illegal and legal immigration.  As to curtailing illegal immigration, although he failed to round up and deport millions of undocumented as promised, many would say his actions were largely consistent with his lofty promises and no matter their utility.  On the legal immigration side, Trump’s initiatives included [...]

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