A federal judge for the United States District Court for the District of Columbia ordered the Trump Administration to fully restore the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. The judge ruled that the Administration's decision to rescind the DACA program was "unlawful and must...
On August 20, 2018, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) provided a status update to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, confirming that the agency is working to finalize a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM), which is expected to...
Congratulations to Murthy Law Firm Founder and President Sheela Murthy and Assistant Managing Attorney / Firm Member Adam Rosen! Each has been recognized as an outstanding attorney by Best Lawyers®, a peer reviewed survey that ranks lawyers in a variety of fields throughout the country....
The Fourth Circuit Federal Court of Appeals recently ruled in Levya Martinez v. Sessions, that a theft conviction under Maryland law is not a "crime involving moral turpitude" (CIMT). A conviction of a CIMT can have a serious impact on a foreign national's eligibility for...
Answer Yes, international travel generally would have no impact on a pending (or approved) I-140. (20.Aug.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law in real time. For details on chat participation, click here.Access more FAQs here. Copyright...
Answer In order to change from H-4 to F-1, one would need to obtain an I-20 from the university's designated school official (DSO), then apply for a change of status (form I-539) with the USCIS. Keep in mind that one must be in valid status both...
Answer If one has an approved I-140 that is current valid and is maintaining valid H1B status, then the H-4 spouse in this situation should be able to apply for an H-4 EAD immediately. (20.Aug.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys...
Answer An individual in F-1 status without an EAD typically can only engage in passive investments in the U.S. If you are uncertain whether an investment would be treated as active vs. passive you should consult with an attorney. (20.Aug.2018)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela...
This afternoon, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) updated its STEM OPT webpage to clarify that STEM OPT workers can be placed offsite if certain requirements are met. The update also alters certain reporting requirements for F-1 students working pursuant to STEM OPT and...
As the Trump Administration continues to implement anti-immigration policies steeped in fear and xenophobia, communities across the nation are joining forces to rally in support of immigrants and to keep the American dream alive. Since Trump took office just a year and a half ago,...
