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E-2 Small Business Visa: Three Steps to U.S. Entrepreneurship
E-2 Small Business Visa: Three Steps to U.S. Entrepreneurship Are you an ambitious entrepreneur with dreams of expanding your business to the United States? The E-2 small business visa might be [...]
7 Reasons Why Summer is the Best Time to Start Your Immigration Case
7 Reasons Why Summer is the Best Time to Start Your Immigration Case As the sun shines brightly and the days grow longer, the summer season brings about a sense of [...]
Work Visa Opportunities in the United States
Work Visa Opportunities in the United States The United States has long been a land of opportunity, attracting talented individuals worldwide who seek to further their careers and contribute their skills [...]
The Legal Framework in Immigration Cases
The Legal Framework in Immigration Cases When handling immigration cases, it is crucial to navigate the complex web of laws and regulations governing immigration in the United States. I.S. Law Firm [...]
J-1 Exchange Visitor Program for Knowledge and Skill Exchange
J-1 Exchange Visitor Program for Knowledge and Skill Exchange Are you interested in teaching, studying, conducting research, or receiving specialized training in the United States? If so, the J-1 visa classification, [...]
The Difference Between Visa, Status, and Lawful Presence
The Difference Between Visa, Status, and Lawful Presence Immigration can be a complicated process, especially when it comes to understanding the differences between visa, status, and lawful presence. Therefore, in this [...]
What Really Affects Your Visa Approval Chances?
Demystifying Consular Approval Ratings: What Really Affects Your Visa Approval Chances? Welcome to our blog, where we aim to address some common misconceptions about the consular interview process and approval [...]
What documents must I take with me when moving to the USA?
Documents What documents must I take with me when moving to the USA? If you are planning to move to the United States, it is essential to be [...]
O-1 for Fencing Coach
Within a short span of time, I.S. Law Firm secured approvals of O-1 visa for 5 professional fencing coaches, including a professional fencing coaches (maestro) from Italy, Ukraine, UK, China, and [...]
List of President Biden’s immigration actions so far (as of February 3, 2021)
List of President Biden's immigration actions so far (as of February 3, 2021): Submitted a comprehensive immigration reform bill to Congress on Day 1. The contents are not formally disclosed yet, [...]
USCIS Filing Fees Will Change Effective October 2, 2020
Effective October 2, 2020, the USCIS will change filing fees for most forms as shown below. The most notable changes include: Twice increased fee for naturalization application; $50 Filing Fee for [...]
Q&As on New Presidential Proclamation Restricting Issuance of Visas
Q&As with attorney Ismail Shahtakhtinski on New Presidential Proclamation Restricting Issuance of Visas: Who is affected by Trump’s new proclamation? The new ban applies to visa applicants currently outside of the [...]
The Three Entrepreneurial Qualities
The Three Entrepreneurial Qualities Over the years of my law practice working with business people of every kind, I observed that successful entrepreneurs have three fundamental qualities. Undoubtedly, [...]
Opening a Business with an F-1 Visa
Opening a Business with an F-1 Visa Many international students who are studying in the United States would like to start their own business or open [...]
H-1B Overview
NOTICE: The information contained on this page site is intended to educate the general public and is not intended to provide legal advice. To ensure proper handling of your individual situation, [...]
Court Rules for I.S. Law Firm Clients Against a Fraudulent Bankruptcy Petitioner
Court Rules for I.S. Law Firm Clients Against a Fraudulent Bankruptcy Petitioner On May 16, 2013, J. Andrew Baxter, Senior Associate at I.S. Law [...]
H-1B Visa for Employee of Home Business
H-1B Visa for Employee of Home Business I.S. Law Firm secured approval of H-1B work visa for an employee of a small home-based business. In securing this approval, [...]
Employers Must Use Revised Form I-9
Starting May 7, 2013, all United States employers must use the revised Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification (Revision 03/08/13) for all new hires and re-verifications. The use of previous versions of the [...]
November 24 is Small Business Saturday
November 24 is Small Business Saturday Saturday, November 24, 2012, is Small Business Saturday, a day dedicated to supporting small businesses and all they do for their communities. [...]
Summary Judgment Victory in Case Involving Breach of Fiduciary Duty by a Foreign LLC Owner
Summary Judgment Victory in Case Involving Breach of Fiduciary Duty by a Foreign LLC Owner I.S. Law Firm is proud to announce that in a recent Memorandum [...]