Immigration articles and legal analysis from The Messersmith Law Firm, P.A., addressing employment visas, permanent residence, inadmissibility, and other complex questions.
EXPLORE RECENT ARTICLES ↗Getting a Request for Evidence (RFE) on your EB-1A Extraordinary Ability petition can feel stressful but it is not a denial. In fact, many EB-1A cases are…
Many E-2 treaty investors believe that they can never apply for a green card because the E-2 is a nonimmigrant visa that requires an intent to depart.…
Being stopped at a US airport or land border and denied entry by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) can be frightening and confusing. In many cases, travelers…
If your Form I-539 (Application to Extend or Change Nonimmigrant Status) was denied by USCIS, you may be wondering what happens next and whether you can stay…
If you’ve been told you’re barred from entering the United States for 3 or 10 years because of unlawful presence, you’re not alone and there is hope.…
Entrepreneurship is the backbone of US innovation. If you’re a Startup Founder, CEO, or CTO driving technological, economic, or social impact, you may already qualify for the…
On September 19, 2025, the President issued Proclamation 10973 restricting entry in certain H-1B cases. A September 18, 2026 proclamation extended the restrictions through September 21, 2027.…
If you’re an immigrant or green card holder who has been charged with shoplifting, you are not alone and you’re right to be concerned. While many see…
The E-2 treaty investor category requires a real operating business, substantial investment, and an enterprise that is not marginal. Under longstanding rules, a business can meet the…
A DUI (Driving Under the Influence) arrest can be terrifying, especially if you’re a green card holder, visa holder, or immigrant applying for permanent residence. The good…
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