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...
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...
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...
Although the Murthy Law Firm obtains many case approvals each day, a few immigration stories are selected to share with our readers. In this particular client's case, an unusual legal issue is involved, stemming from a domestic relationship that is not uncommon. Another Murthy Law...
The USCIS has just released a memo dated December 5, 2006, that makes significant positive changes to the counting of time for H1Bs, H-4s, L-1s, and L-2s. This Memo addresses three separate issues. It decouples time spent in H-4 or L-2 status from the time...
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a proposed rule in the Federal Register on May 9, 2008, entitled, Period of Admission and Stay for Canadian and Mexican Citizens Engaged in Professional Business Activities - TN Nonimmigrants (PDF 65KB). This rule proposes to extend...
The following questions and answers are based on those frequently posed to the attorneys at the Murthy Law Firm. We are sharing these to clarify information of concern to our clients and the entire immigrant community. MurthyDotCom and MurthyBulletin readers are reminded that these responses...
We receive many questions that come into the Murthy Law Firm from visitors to our website and readers of our bulletin, as well as our clients and others who know us by reputation. The issuance of a December 5, 2006 USCIS memo affecting persons in...
This further update on the December 5, 2006 Guidance Memo issued by Michael Aytes, Associate Director, Domestic Operations of the USCIS, is for the benefit of MurthyDotCom and MurthyBulletin readers. In addition to the topics raised in NewsFlash! USCIS Memo on H and L Timing...
We at the Murthy Law Firm have previously reported on waivers of the two-year home residency requirement that applies to some individuals who hold or have held J-1 status. One of the avenues toward a potential waiver is known as the hardship waiver. This waiver...
