Immigration Guides
Since the start of the COVID-19 Pandemic, travel in and out of the United States has been restricted to varying degrees, and now it appears that it might get even more difficult to come back into the U.S. in the next few months. Because of this, our firm has been getting a lot of questions from U.S. lawful permanent residents (green card holders) about…
Congress has recently passed a new law which will expand USCIS’s optional premium processing service. These changes could make life considerably easier for those seeking all types of immigration benefits in the U.S. In this article, we give you a quick review of exactly what premium processing is, and then discuss the four major changes just enacted into law.
The purpose of the marriage green card interview is for the immigration officer to ensure that your marriage is legitimate, and that everything about the case checks out so that your application for a green card can be approved. In this article, we are going to try to calm those nerves a bit by going over 3 of the biggest mistakes to avoid during your…
There are many different ways that someone can get their green card to become a permanent resident of the United States (a green card holder). In this article, I will discuss 15 ways to get your green card. If, after reading this article, you have questions feel free to call us at +1-818-741-1117 or you may schedule a free consultation by clicking this link.
About two months ago, President Trump stated that he would sign an Executive Order that would transform our current immigration system in the United States to a “merit-based” system. Of course, it is hard to imagine that a single Executive Order would be able to alter the country’s entire immigration system, but the proposed…
The EB5 visa is a powerful option for investors to get a U.S. green card for themselves, their spouse, and their unmarried children under 21 years old. Each year, 10,000 EB5 visas are available to investors. It is also important to also note that the EB5 visa was…
Each year, the United States issues green cards to about 1.1 million people. Those who obtain green cards, considered “lawful permanent residents,” are then eligible to gain U.S. citizenship within three to five years. Interestingly, about half of those who…
If you are planning on operating your own business in the U.S. there is some important information you should know about work authorization. Starting a business in the U.S. and running that business in the U.S. requires…
It can always be a challenge to speed up your case with United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). In recent times, we are seeing longer wait times to process applications. At Ashoori Law, we want to make sure that our clients know how they…
In this article, we will talk about 5 documents in particular that are very persuasive in proving to USCIS that your marriage is legitimate and worthy of supporting a marriage-based green card application. To properly show that you are in a valid bona-fide marriage…
It has never been easy to obtain immigration status through the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS). Recently, however, it has gotten even a little bit harder. At Ashoori Law, we have noticed a recent, and concerning, new trend with immigration cases…
The H1B is a powerful visa that enables foreign nationals to work in “specialty occupations.” This is a good option for many foreign nationals. This post will discuss the H1B visa requirements and should help you determine if you are eligible for the H1B visa.
VAWA is a special law which allows the spouse and/or child of an abusive U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident to apply for a green card through self-petition. Through VAWA, someone can apply for a green card themselves, without the help of their…
The E1 visa is a great option for certain businesspeople. Through the E1 visa, someone can come to the United States and engage in international trade. In order to qualify for an E1 visa, you must be a national of a country that maintains a treaty of commerce and…
The EB2 visa and EB3 visa have many similarities. Both result in permanent residency (a green card) and are reserved for those who will contribute as future U.S. workers. However, they also have many differences. This guide will help explain some of the key…
Michael Ashoori, Esq.
President of Ashoori Law
I’m a U.S. immigration lawyer and I help families, professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs get visas, green cards, and citizenship to the United States.
Since starting my law firm, I’ve helped thousands of people from all over the world with their immigration needs. I’m very passionate, hard-working, and committed to my clients.
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