In immigration cases, seemingly minor mishaps can create serious problems. We share with our MurthyDotCom and MurthyBulletin readers an example of such a situation. In this Murthy Law Firm success story, we were able to reopen adjustment of status (I-485) cases that previously had been...
As reported in the MurthyBlog last month, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has granted Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Haitians living in the United States, allowing them to remain here for the next 18 months without fear of deportation, provided that they submit a...
The Baltimore Business Journal has published its 2010 Book of Lists, and I'm proud to say that the Murthy Law Firm is well represented in several key categories. We are now - drum roll, please! - the 43rd largest law firm in the Baltimore area....
When Shay Taylor started at the Murthy Law Firm (MLF) in November of 1998, it was much smaller than it is today, but growing fast, thanks to the innovative use of new technologies put into practice by Vasant Nayak, Sheela Murthy's husband. The website, eBulletins,...
Many MurthyDotCom and MurthyBulletin readers have struggled with immigration issues created due to differences between the U.S. educational system and the educational systems of their respective home countries. This is a common complexity for those from countries, such as India, the United Kingdom, and Canada,...
Many applicants for nonimmigrant visas are required to use a new U.S. Department of State (DOS) application form. The nonimmigrant visa electronic application (Form DS-160) is being phased in for use at consulates worldwide. It is currently required for visa applications at the consulates in...
Is CIR DOA? In last week's State of the Union address, President Obama focused most of his speech on his plans to address the nation's ongoing economic woes, devoting a scant couple of lines to immigration reform, saying: "...
You may have noticed a rather odd fixation in our culture lately, and it's anybody's guess as to what it means: zombies and vampires are all over the recent TV and film offerings, and a cottage industry has grown out of the teen-vampire genre. Even...
In November of 2003, Congress amended the Immigration and Nationality Act to make it easier for foreign nationals serving in the U.S. military to become citizens through the naturalization process. At that time, Congress cut the required length of active-duty military service in peacetime from...
Our firm is pleased to share with MurthyDotCom and MurthyBulletin readers another of our recent success stories. In this case, attorneys at the Murthy Law Firm were able to overcome both an H-4 and an I-485 denial. Our client has graciously agreed to allow us...
