by Frank Alvarado | Jan 29, 2025 | Immigration Updates
Federal Workforce Buyouts and Immigration Impact Executive Order on Immigration Enforcement Birthright Citizenship Policy Change Deportation Actions and Increased Enforcement USCIS Waives COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for Green Card Applicants CBP Removes...
by Frank Alvarado | Jan 24, 2025 | Investor Visas
The February Visa Bulletin continues to show no backlogs for EB-5 set-aside categories. However, experts are closely monitoring potential changes as demand grows. Bernie Wolfsdorf, a leading EB-5 attorney, highlighted the processing delays at USCIS and DOS, stating,...
by Frank Alvarado | Jan 23, 2025 | Immigration Updates
The transcript version of our weekly Q&A livestream for corporate immigration professionals. Join our Immigration News Digest Newsletter for more immigration updates. By Kimberley (Best) Robidoux & Miki Kawashima Matrician 🔥 Question: What is the significance...
by Frank Alvarado | Jan 22, 2025 | Immigration Updates
Recent Executive Orders (EOs) have significant implications for immigration, creating critical priorities for employers and employees alike. Below is an overview of the key areas affected and actionable recommendations to navigate these changes. 1. Maintaining Proof...
by Frank Alvarado | Jan 18, 2025 | Immigration Updates
The transcript version of our weekly Q&A livestream for corporate immigration professionals. Join our Immigration News Digest Newsletter for more immigration updates. By Kimberley (Best) Robidoux & Miki Kawashima Matrician 🔥 Question: What changes did the U.S....
by Frank Alvarado | Jan 15, 2025 | Announcements
WR Immigration has been ranked in the 2025 edition of Best Law Firms® in Immigration Law, with 17 of our firm’s attorneys. The rankings list the top 4% of the industry. In addition to the firm’s National Tier 1 ranking, six of the firm’s offices in Boston, Los...
by Frank Alvarado | Jan 13, 2025 | Announcements, Community
During the holiday season, our Boston office ran a gift card drive in support of Kids in Need of Defense (KIND), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing legal services to immigrant children. WR staff gave generously donated throughout the month, with the firm...
by Frank Alvarado | Jan 10, 2025 | Immigration Updates
Top News DHS Final Rule Revamps H-1B Program DHS Final Rule Updates H-2A, H-2B Programs Nonimmigrants are urged to return to the U.S. prior to January 20, 2025 DHS Permanently Extends Certain Work Authorization Renewal Periods USCIS Reduces EAD Processing Times and...
by Frank Alvarado | Jan 7, 2025 | Announcements
Los Angeles, CA WR Immigration proudly announces its achievement of ISO 27001:2022 certification, the internationally recognized standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). This rare achievement in immigration law positions WR Immigration among an...
by Frank Alvarado | Jan 3, 2025 | Announcements
On December 17th, 2024, EB5 Investors Magazine released the 2024 Edition of their EB-5 All Stars and Top 25 Immigration Attorneys. WR Immigration Managing Partner Bernie Wolfsdorf was recognized as an EB-5 All Stars Attorney. This accolade is reserved for only the top...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 30, 2024 | Investor Visas
Dear President-Elect Trump and Senator Grassley, Thank you, Senator Grassley, for successfully introducing and piloting the bipartisan EB-5 Immigrant Investor Reform and Integrity Act, signed into law in March 2022. In a few months, we will approach the...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 30, 2024 | Immigration Updates
The State of Global Mobility in 2024 – Q&A with Stephen Chiew By Ceridwen “Ceri” Koski Disclaimer: These are individual comments/points of view from experts in the field based on their professional experiences which do not necessarily reflect...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 20, 2024 | Immigration Updates
On December 17, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released significant updates to the H-1B visa program, aimed at modernizing the system, clarifying procedure, and codifying longstanding policy. These updates refine key aspects of the...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 18, 2024 | Announcements
WR Immigration is proud to announce official ISO 27001:2022 certification, the globally recognized standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). This certification demonstrates our unwavering commitment to the protection of sensitive client data,...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 16, 2024 | Consular Services & Travel
This travel advisory summarizes the main issues and requirements for foreign nationals to ensure reentry to the U.S as seamless as possible. If there are new specific issues and you need to schedule a consultation, please reach out to your WR attorney directly, and if...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 13, 2024 | Immigration Updates
The transcript version of our monthly Chatting with Charlie Visa Bulletin Reaction By Charina Garcia Each month, Charles Oppenheim and I bring clarity to the complexities of the Visa Bulletin. Here’s a breakdown of the highlights, insights, and predictions shared from...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 13, 2024 | Immigration Updates
The transcript version of our weekly podcast By Laura Bloniarz In this week’s episode of my podcast, I had the pleasure of wrapping up the year with Audrey Lustgarten, Managing Partner for WR Global. Audrey joined me on The Business Immigration Benchmark to...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 12, 2024 | Immigration Updates
The transcript version of our weekly Q&A livestream for corporate immigration professionals By Kimberley (Best) Robidoux & Miki Kawashima Matrician 🔥 Question: What are the key trends in green card sponsorship policies under the potential impact of a Trump 2.0...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 12, 2024 | Immigration Updates
Top News Removal of China, India, and Others From the Exchange Visitors Skills List Permanent 540-Day Automatic Extension for Work Permits FY 2025 H-1B Cap Reached Expiration of Settlement Agreement on Bundled H-4/L-2 Processing DHS to Supplement H-2B Cap With Nearly...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 10, 2024 | Immigration Updates
QuestionRevised Exchange Visitor Skills List1. What is the Exchange Visitor Skills List?The Exchange Visitor Skills List (“Skills List”) is a list of countries identified by the Secretary of State as having a clear need for individuals with expertise in specific...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 10, 2024 | Global
WR Immigration’s 2024 Holiday Global Immigration Update includes the latest developments on the UK’s Electronic Travel Authorization applications, Canada’s ICT work permits, Australia’s Subclass 400 short-term work visas, and much more! UK Important...
by Frank Alvarado | Dec 9, 2024 | Announcements
WR Immigration is pleased to announce that Josune Aguirre Gamez has been promoted to Partner at the firm. Josune has over eight years of experience as an attorney at WR Immigration, assisting companies, universities, research institutions, and families. Josune...
by Frank Alvarado | Nov 22, 2024 | Immigration Updates
The transcript version of our weekly Q&A livestream for corporate immigration professionals By Kimberley (Best) Robidoux & Miki Kawashima Matrician 🔥Question: What are the main concerns for foreign nationals planning international travel during the holidays?...
by Frank Alvarado | Nov 19, 2024 | Immigration Updates
Former President Donald Trump’s election to a second term will reshape immigration law. What should employers expect, and how can they prepare? Top News Expansion of “Buy American, Hire American” Policies Stricter Limits on Visa-Sponsored Petitions...
by Frank Alvarado | Nov 8, 2024 | Immigration Updates
The transcript version of our weekly Q&A livestream for corporate immigration professionals By Kimberley (Best) Robidoux & Miki Kawashima Matrician 🔥 Question: What were the policies from the prior Trump administration on employment-based immigration?...
