by James Pinedo | May 24, 2021 | Immigration Updates
The role of human resources is more complex than meets the eye. On the surface, it’s about ensuring that a company is appropriately staffed and the workforce has the support it needs to be effective. But the impact of HR is substantially deeper — it’s a lynchpin...
by James Pinedo | May 24, 2021 | Immigration Updates
TPS is back for Haitians! There is a new 18-month designation period for Haitians interested in Temporary Protected Status (TPS). This new TPS designation enables Haitian nationals currently residing in the United States as of May 21, 2021to file initial applications...
by James Pinedo | May 21, 2021 | Announcements
Announced May 20, 2021: WR Immigration has garnered several prestigious rankings in Chambers USA 2021. Firm Awards Include: WR Managing Partner Bernard Wolfsdorf – Eminent PractitionerWR Boston Office – Band 1 Ranking MassachusettsBoston Office Managing...
by James Pinedo | May 18, 2021 | Human Resources Services, Nonimmigrant Visas
With the reduction in available U.S. jobs due to the pandemic and a slowdown in hiring, ways to create “good-paying jobs that can’t be outsourced” are a high priority, as President Joe Biden told Congress in April. It is often said that H-1B workers...
by James Pinedo | May 17, 2021 | Immigration Updates
With the first 100 Days of the Biden Administration behind us, we can confidently say that there is a clear effort underway to improve opportunities for foreign born workers in the U.S. While we may not see comprehensive immigration reform — a highly...
by James Pinedo | May 17, 2021 | Immigration Updates
DHS Announces Continuation of International Entrepreneur Program In another turnaround by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), it was announced on May 10, 2021, that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is withdrawing a 2018 proposed rule that...
by James Pinedo | May 12, 2021 | Announcements
Breaking: On May 11, 2021, EB5 Investors Magazine released the 2021 Edition of their awards issue, and in it is listed WR Immigration Managing Partner Bernie Wolfsdorf and Partner Vivian Zhu. Managing Partner Bernard Wolfsdorf Partner Vivian Zhu Congratulations to...
by James Pinedo | May 10, 2021 | Immigration Updates
In the news this issue you’ll read about the refugee cap being raised, withdrawal of a Trump administration proposed rule regarding biometrics use, and relief for asylum applicants waiting for work authorization. President Biden Raises Refugee Cap to 62,500 in FY...
by James Pinedo | May 7, 2021 | Investor Visas
There have been reports that U.S. Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) will soon be withdrawing the Trump Administration’s plan to remove the International Entrepreneur Parole Program. This would be part of President Biden’s and DHS’ Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas’...
by James Pinedo | May 3, 2021 | Immigration Updates
In this edition, read about the limits on visa services for India, NIE expansion, USCIS deference, and more! President Biden Suspends Entry of Noncitizens/Non-LPRs Traveling From India; U.S. Mission in India Announces Limits on Visa Services President Biden has issued...
by James Pinedo | Apr 29, 2021 | Investor Visas
By Bernard Wolfsdorf When I first started filing EB-5 petitions many years ago, my clients were frustrated if their EB-5 petitions took 6 months to process. Today, USCIS’ published processing time for an I-526 petition is between 30 and 48.5 months, and if from China,...
by James Pinedo | Apr 28, 2021 | Global
It has been quite a year for the entire world, but it has been a defining year for life sciences companies. Under incredible pressure and a global microscope, the industry has come out more resilient and stronger than ever, thanks in large part to incredible talent....
by James Pinedo | Apr 26, 2021 | Immigration Updates
Please see below for updates and changes from SSA, DHS, ICE and CBP! SSA Ends “No-Match” Letters Good news! The Social Security Administration (SSA) has ended the practice of sending employers “no-match” letters, called Employer Correction Request Notices. SSA...
by James Pinedo | Apr 22, 2021 | Announcements
BREAKING: On May 24th at 2:45 p.m. EST, WR Immigration will be presenting at the WERC Spring Virtual Conference! Here are the details on the panel: Reinventing Global Mobility Through Tech: Solutions for a Post-Pandemic World After a year of crisis, disruption, and...
by James Pinedo | Apr 22, 2021 | Announcements
WR Immigration is proud to announce that on May 11 at 7 p.m. PST, Managing Partner, Bernie Wolfsdorf, will present at the EB-5 Annual Conference for the Asia-Pacific Chapter (APAC) of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). EB-5 practice has been impacted...
by James Pinedo | Apr 22, 2021 | Investor Visas
On April 14, 2021, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) approved our former client, Mr. Zhang’s, Form I-526 – Immigrant Petition by Alien Entrepreneur. His case had been pending since December 2013. This is a special Form I-526...
by James Pinedo | Apr 21, 2021 | Announcements
On April 14th, WR Immigration partnered with the Association of Physicians of Pakistani Descent of North America (APPNA) Young Physicians Committee (YPC) to present to a group of recently graduated medical school students. Presented by WR Immigration Partners Naveen...
by James Pinedo | Apr 19, 2021 | Immigration Updates
More news this month about visa processing backlogs as well as news from Washington DC about the refugee cap, and more. State Dept. Releases FAQ on Immigrant Visa Backlog and Consular Processing The Department of State has recently issued an FAQ on the immigrant visa...
by kbogucki@longviewstrategies.com | Apr 15, 2021 | Global
A digital platform, “Working in Belgium,” intended to facilitate the filing and processing of applications, will be launched soon after a test phase. The Brexit Trade and Cooperation Agreement has an impact on UK business visitors: some activities are work...
by kbogucki@longviewstrategies.com | Apr 15, 2021 | Global
There are new pandemic-related rules for travel across the land border and by air. Travel Across the Land Border Non-essential travelers (such as returning “snowbirds”) must show proof of a negative COVID-19 test taken no longer than 72 hours earlier. In addition to...
by kbogucki@longviewstrategies.com | Apr 13, 2021 | Consular Services & Travel
Corporate executives who travel internationally and return to the United States frequently may want to qualify for a “Trusted Traveler” program like Global Entry. It is advisable to avoid pitfalls that would hamper the ability to come and go easily. As we inch toward...
by kbogucki@longviewstrategies.com | Apr 12, 2021 | Immigration Updates
In this issue, you will find updates from the DOS regarding visa services guidance and slightly expanded national interest exceptions for the regional COVID travel bans. Both are good news. CBP reminds us what documents a resident will need to board a plane returning...
by kbogucki@longviewstrategies.com | Apr 12, 2021 | Community
To support the Black Lives Matter movement, the Firm provided four hours of civic engagement paid time off to encourage staff to participate in one of the many protests and rallies held across the country. Staff also donated money, matched by the Firm, to non-profits...
by kbogucki@longviewstrategies.com | Apr 12, 2021 | Community
In collaboration with the Victim Rights Law Center, we adopted approximately 30 immigrant families and donated gifts from their wish list in December 2018 and December 2019. Wishes ranging from bed sheets to Primark gift cards were fulfilled by the Firm’s employees....
by Frank Alvarado | Apr 6, 2021 | Human Resources Services
Employees have plenty to worry about under routine circumstances. The work ahead of them, relationships, family… we all have common threads that create anxiety. Add immigration to the mix, and the emotional burden can increase significantly. Employees and the global...
