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REAL ID for Non-U.S. Citizens: Who Is Eligible and How to Apply
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters Direct Answer: Can Non-U.S. Citizens Get a REAL ID? Yes, non-U.S. citizens are eligible for a REAL ID, provided they can furnish proof of lawful presence in the United States. Under federal law, REAL ID-compliant driver’s licenses and identification cards […]
Read MoreHow to Select an EB-5 Regional Center Offering: Key Red Flags to Watch Out For
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters Selecting the right EB-5 Regional Center project is one of the most critical decisions a foreign investor will ever make. While the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act of 2022 (RIA) brought enhanced transparency and security to the program, the […]
Read MoreUrgent Alert: USCIS Launches New Form I-864 Edition with ZERO Grace Period & Mandatory Credit Check Authorization
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters On August 31, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a new edition of Form I-864, Affidavit of Support Under Section 213A of the INA (edition date: 08/24/26). Unlike typical form updates where USCIS grants a multi-week transition […]
Read MoreNavigating Potential DHS Changes: What the Proposed Elimination of the H-4 EAD and 60-Day Grace Period Means for Foreign Professionals
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters Key Takeaways The Proposal: DHS has submitted proposed rules aimed at eliminating the discretionary 60-day grace period following employment termination and ending employment authorization for H-4 dependent spouses. Current Status: These regulations are proposals under federal review. They are […]
Read MoreStuck in Immigration Limbo? How a Writ of Mandamus Forces Action on Delayed Applications
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters Is your green card, visa application, or naturalization petition stuck in an endless processing queue? If you have waited months or years past normal processing times without a clear answer from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or the […]
Read MoreUSCIS Premium Processing Guide: Timelines, Eligibility, and Strategic Timing
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters Waiting months for a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) decision can freeze career moves, delay business expansions, and create unnecessary stress. USCIS Premium Processing offers an expedited review path for select immigration petitions, accelerating processing times down to 15 […]
Read MoreNavigating the 2026 USCIS Slowdown: Rising Backlogs, Climbing Denials, and How to Protect Your Case
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters If it feels like your immigration petition is taking longer to process—or facing far stiffer scrutiny—you are not imagining it. The latest data from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) paints a challenging picture for applicants. Despite a sharp […]
Read MoreFederal Court Strikes Down 75-Country Visa Ban: What It Means for Immigrants and Families
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters In a major legal victory for immigrant rights and family reunification, a U.S. District Court in New York has ruled that the administration’s policy pausing immigrant visa issuance across 75 countries is illegal. The court found that the blanket, […]
Read MoreBIA Decision Alert: Can You File More Than One Motion to Reopen? (Matter of M-M-L-J-)
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters Does equitable tolling apply to the number bar on motions to reopen in immigration court? No. Under the landmark Board of Immigration Appeals decision Matter of M-M-L-J-, 29 I&N Dec. 843 (BIA 2026), an individual facing removal is strictly […]
Read MoreNavigating Recent EB-1A Visa Trends: Approval Rates, Rising RFEs, and Key USCIS Shifts
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters The EB-1A Visa (Extraordinary Ability) remains one of the most coveted routes to U.S. permanent residency. Offering a direct path to a Green Card without needing a specific job offer or labor certification, it empowers top-tier professionals across sciences, arts, […]
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