DC, Virginia and Maryland Immigration Lawyer Blog

Each month the Department of State publishes a Visa Bulletin that lets you know what immigrant visas are currently being processed. In order to determine if there is a visa number currently available for you, you should check the Visa Bulletin each month. To read this month’s bulletin, simply locate the preference class for your... [more]

USCIS immigration forms are available for free. You should never pay someone for a copy of a USCIS immigration form. You can obtain USCIS immigration forms for free from several sources: (1) USCIS website (2) USCIS field office locations (3) By mail (if you are in the United States) (4) By visiting the US embassy... [more]

Each month the Department of State publishes a Visa Bulletin that lets you know what immigrant visas are currently being processed. In order to determine if there is a visa number currently available for you, you should check the Visa Bulletin each month. To read this month’s bulletin, simply locate the preference class for your... [more]

Infopass appointments are appointments that allow you to inquire about your immigration case or request information at your local USCIS office. Anyone can schedule an Infopass appointment and they are free to make. You do not need to be a lawyer to schedule an Infopass appointment. But, if you have an immigration lawyer you should... [more]

Getting arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement is a frightening experience for many people. Not only is your life suddenly interrupted, but you will likely be facing removal proceedings in immigration court. Depending on your situation, this means that you may be facing deportation and may be separated from your family for a long time.... [more]

Each month the Department of State publishes a Visa Bulletin that lets you know what immigrant visas are currently being processed. In order to determine if there is a visa number currently available for you, you should check the Visa Bulletin each month. To read this month’s bulletin, simply locate the preference class for your... [more]

Each month the Department of State publishes a Visa Bulletin that lets you know what immigrant visas are currently being processed. In order to determine if there is a visa number currently available for you, you should check the Visa Bulletin each month. To read this month’s bulletin, simply locate the preference class for your... [more]

My first book, Immigration Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make, is now available. The back cover text of the book reads: United States immigration law is complex. Trying to sort through all the rules and regulations can be a complicated and frustrating experience. Because of this, many people make mistakes when trying to navigate immigration... [more]

Each month the Department of State publishes a Visa Bulletin that lets you know what immigrant visas are currently being processed. In order to determine if there is a visa number currently available for you, you should check the Visa Bulletin each month. To read this month’s bulletin, simply locate the preference class for your... [more]

Please note that information related to immigration detention at the Farmville detention center may change with little to no notice. You should always confirm immigration detention visitation information before going to visit a detainee. The below information is based on the information published by ICE. Generally speaking, you can visit a family member who is... [more]