Entries by Jacob Sapochnick

Ep. 74 H1B cap and filing tips

Hello everybody. Welcome to Ask an Immigration Lawyer Podcast. This is Jacob Sapochnick, your host. You ask. We answer. In today’s episode we want to talk about the H1B cap and some last minute filing tips for those who are getting ready to file for their H1B visas. We are now in March 2018. We Read More

Ep. 70 Proposed Parole for Entrepreneurs

Proposed Parole for Entrepreneur Rule the proposed rule RIN 1615-AC04 was published in the Federal Register and the comment period is currently open until October 17, 2016. Following the comment period, the Department of Homeland Security will review all of the comments and decide whether any changes to the rule are needed. The final rule Read More

Ep. 69 Tips When Applying for H-1B Visa

H1B nonimmigrant visa petition may be filed starting April 1st 2016. LCA cannot be submitted earlier than six months and therefore you must put the starting date on the LCA before October 1st, 2016. Regarding US degrees, one must submit proof by way of an official of the school: dean, registrar, etc. There are regulations Read More

Ep. 68 What are the Reasons for Green Card Denials?

Applying for green card can be family-base or employment-based Reasons for the denial can be health-related, criminal-related, security-related, public charge, immigration crimes, not able to meet requirements, and not showing up to immigration appointments. Raw Transcript: Jacob: Hello everybody. Well, welcome to another episode of Ask an Immigration Lawyer. You ask, we answer, simple. Today, Read More

Ep. 67 How To Pass A Marriage Interview

Green card marriage interview usually takes place three to four months after the green card application is filed. Some things you need to know/prepare for the interview. Common questions asked. Raw Trascript: Jacob: Hello everybody, this is Jacob Sapochnick, the host of Ask an Immigration Lawyer podcast. Welcome to the show. Today I’m going to Read More

Ep. 66 Executive Action December Update

SCOTUS granted a request that secures timely consideration for the Executive Action raising the likelihood the case will be heard in the spring and a decision by the end of June; just a few months before the Presidential election . When the Executive Action changes was announced last year, several states filed an injunction against Read More