19 Dec 2020

Sheela Murthy as Keynote Speaker at TiE Global Summit

 Click for Video!Sheela Murthy, recent past President of TiE DC, entrepreneur, lawyer, philanthropist, and globally-recognized leader, was interviewed live as a keynote speaker for the TiE Global Summit (TGS) held this week, December 8-10, 2020, and organized by TiE Hyderabad, India. This was TiE Global’s...

16 Dec 2020

I am working in H1B on as Senior Software Engineer, which was filed as a wage level 4 position. If I move to similar position with a different employer, can I be sponsored for a wage level 3 position?

Answer The wage level is determined by the requirements for the position. Working in a level 4 position now does not prevent an employer from later sponsoring you for a level 3 (or 2 or 1) position. (16.Dec.2020)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that...

16 Dec 2020

I was recently laid off from my job and am looking for a new employer. I am supposed to travel for a short trip to Canada. Can I travel and then return on H1B before the end of my 60-day grace period?

Answer No, once a person departs the U.S, it generally would not be possible to return during one's grace period. In order to return in H1B status, one would need a valid job offer and H1B petition. (16.Dec.2020)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that...

10 Dec 2020

Serious Immigration Consequences for Drug Use Despite State Law Changes

Legalization or decriminalization of marijuana or other narcotics at the state level can mislead noncitizens into thinking using such drugs in accordance with state law is legal. Marijuana, hallucinogenic mushrooms, and many other drugs are controlled substance under federal law. Therefore, the use, sale, purchase,...

07 Nov 2020

NewsFlash! Joe Biden Elected 46th President of the United States

This morning, Joseph R. Biden, Jr. secured enough electoral votes to win the 2020 presidential election. While President Trump is disputing the results, his claims of election fraud appear to be without merit, and have little chance of overturning the election. President-Elect Biden is expected...