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Dear Clients and Colleagues, We hope this newsletter finds you well. In this edition, we bring you important updates on various immigration matters. Please take a moment to review the following key highlights: H-1B CAP Gap Rule: Navigating the Transition One of the key considerations for F-1 students seeking employment in the United States is…

Dear Clients and Colleagues, We hope this newsletter finds you well. In this edition, we bring you important updates on various immigration matters. Please take a moment to review the following key highlights: Celebrating Excellence: Attorney Keshab Raj Seadie Honored for 25 Years of Service We are thrilled to announce that Attorney Keshab Raj Seadie…

Navigating the H-1B visa application process can be daunting, and the stakes are high given the competitive nature of the H-1B visa lottery. Ensuring that your application is robust and compliant is crucial to avoid potential denials. Below, we outline strategies to optimize your chances of success and how to choose the right law firm…

Posted by Keshab R. Seadie | Apr 12, 2024 | 1 Comment Dear Clients and Colleagues, We hope this newsletter finds you well. In this edition, we bring you important updates on various immigration matters. Please take a moment to review the following key highlights: Selected in the H-1B Lottery? Here’s How to Ensure Your…

As we navigate through the complexities of U.S. immigration law, the H-1B visa lottery stands out for its high demand and limited supply. Each fiscal year, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) allocates approximately 85,000 H-1B visas, divided between 65,000 for applicants with bachelor’s degrees and 20,000 for those with master’s degrees or…

Dear Clients and Colleagues, We hope this newsletter finds you well. In this edition, we bring you important updates on various immigration matters. Please take a moment to review the following key highlights: FY 2025 H-1B CAP Initial Registration Selection Process Completed On April 1, 2024, USCIS announced the completion of the initial registration selection…

Posted by Keshab R. Seadie | Mar 29, 2024 | 1 Comment Dear Clients and Colleagues, We hope this newsletter finds you well. In this edition, we bring you important updates on various immigration matters. Please take a moment to review the following key highlights: New Process for Social Security Updates for New Citizens Starting…

Cancellation of removal is a form of relief from deportation available to certain non-citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) in the United States who are in removal (deportation) proceedings before an immigration judge. This legal provision allows individuals who meet specific criteria to avoid deportation and, in some cases, to obtain lawful permanent resident status.…

Dear Clients and Colleagues, We hope this newsletter finds you well. In this edition, we bring you important updates on various immigration matters. Please take a moment to review the following key highlights: H-1B Registration Closing Imminently The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) reminds all that the initial registration period for the Fiscal…

Cap and Lottery System: Understand that there’s an annual cap on the number of H-1B visas issued (65,000 under the regular cap and an additional 20,000 for those with a U.S. master’s degree or higher). The USCIS uses a lottery system to select applicants when the cap is exceeded. Eligibility Criteria: The job must qualify…