3 Levels of Immigrant Worker Preference Categories

On behalf of Mark Jacobs, P.C. on Thursday, May 4, 2023.

If you're an immigrant in the United States, you might be interested in getting a green card. If that's the case, there are eight different categories of eligibility for obtaining a green card. A few notable green card options are through family ...

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When Nonimmigrant Workers Lose Their Employment

On behalf of Mark Jacobs, P.C. on Thursday, January 12, 2023.

Losing your job is stressful for anyone. For nonimmigrant workers, the situation is made worse by fears of deportation and possible damage to their chances of gaining legal permission to live or work in the United States in the future. If you’re a...

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Will Temporary Protected Status Grow?

On behalf of Mark Jacobs, P.C. on Wednesday, November 10, 2021.

It is often impossible for people to return to the country of their birth safely. Wars, natural disasters, political upheaval and other events can make returning a dangerous undertaking. Temporary Protected Status (TPS) exists to help nati...

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The Return of the Visa Lottery

On behalf of Mark Jacobs, P.C. on Wednesday, October 13, 2021.

The Diversity Immigrant Visa Program begins taking applications this month. The program, sometimes referred to as the visa lottery, has operated for more than 30 years.  The program’s goal is to diversify the group of immigrants...

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4 Reasons You May Receive a Green Card Application Denial

On behalf of Mark Jacobs, P.C. on Wednesday, April 7, 2021.

Applying for a green card (lawful permanent residence) is an important step in remaining in the United States. Yet, the green card process can also be overwhelming, especially if your application gets denied. Here we discuss the most common reasons...

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What Is Adjustment of Status?

On behalf of Mark Jacobs, P.C. on Friday, September 18, 2020.

It’s the goal of many to live and work within the US permanently. To do so, you must obtain your green card, which requires you to complete the adjustment of status process. What Is an Adjustment of Status? An adjustment of status is the pro...

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Will Filing for Unemployment Affect My Immigration Status?

On behalf of Mark Jacobs, P.C. on Thursday, June 18, 2020.

More than 40 million people in the US have lost their jobs since the coronavirus pandemic began, a staggering figure that shows just how devastating COVID-19 has been. While unemployment benefits are available and have even been increased, many immi...

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Immediate Relative Visas Are Unlimited, but Still Not Easy to Get

On behalf of Mark Jacobs, P.C. on Friday, August 16, 2019.

Family-based immigration is a tool to help people live full, productive lives in the United States. Parents separated from their children and spouses separated from one another are paying a terrible price. Immigration laws exist to help families reun...

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