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DOL Suspends Microsoft, Adobe, and Major IT Firms from PERM: What Employers and Foreign Professionals Need to Know
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters In an unprecedented enforcement action on October 8, 2026, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced the immediate suspension of eight major corporations—including tech giants Microsoft and Adobe, alongside IT service leaders Cognizant, Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Wipro, […]
Read MoreDHS Proposed OPT Fees: What F-1 Students, Universities, and Employers Need to Know
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters 📌 Executive Summary (TL;DR) The Proposal: On October 8, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a Notice of Proposed Rule-making (NPRM) that would require a $70,000 fee for initial Optional Practical Training (OPT) recommendations and a $30,000 […]
Read MoreVictory in SDNY: Why the Courthouse ICE Arrest Ban is Huge News (And Why You Still Need to Prepare for Court)
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) rendered a landmark ruling striking down civil ICE courthouse arrest policies. For immigrant communities, attorneys, and advocates across New York and nationwide, this decision marks a huge, hard-fought […]
Read MoreWhy Filing for an EB-5 Visa Right Now Is Still Your Best Option
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters Wondering if an EB-5 visa is still worth it? Learn why filing now protects you from upcoming fee hikes, inflation-adjusted investment increases, and long visa backlogs. When evaluating paths to U.S. permanent residency, high-net-worth individuals and investors often ask: Is […]
Read MoreREAL 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 […]
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