Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) visits to workplaces can be stressful, disruptive, and confusing. Whether you operate a law firm, a corporate office, a healthcare practice, a manufacturing facility, or a small business, knowing how to respond properly is critical.
A calm, informed response protects your organization, your employees,...
Federal prosecutors in New Jersey have charged several individuals accused of operating a fake immigration law firm and staging sham court proceedings to defraud immigrants.
According to the U.S. Department of Justice, the group allegedly posed as attorneys and government officials, created fraudulent documents using official-looking logos, and charged...
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has begun taking a closer look at how forms and supporting documents are signed. In recent cases, USCIS has issued Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs) when signatures appear inconsistent with agency requirements.
These issues are avoidable, but...
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced the creation of a new Vetting Center aimed at strengthening immigration screening. USCIS says the center will centralize and strengthen vetting resources and support enhanced review efforts focused on identifying potential fraud, criminal activity, and other public safety or national security concerns.
Many Canadians who spend time in Florida eventually want to bring close family members with them — whether for short visits, extended stays, or potential long-term plans. Understanding how U.S. immigration rules apply to spouses, children, and other relatives is important, especially for snowbirds who travel frequently between Canada and the United...
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is expanding its use of artificial intelligence and data analytics to strengthen immigration monitoring and enforcement. In April 2025, a major federal contract was awarded to deploy ImmigrationOS, a new AI-powered system developed by Palantir Technologies. This platform allows immigration authorities to cross-reference data from multiple...
On this Election Day, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced new enhancements to its Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program — an important step toward safeguarding the integrity of America’s elections.
The upgrades allow states to verify citizenship using the last four digits of a...
With the possibility of a federal government shutdown, many immigrants, employers, and families are left wondering how immigration processes may be disrupted. While some immigration agencies operate on fee-based funding and continue functioning, others may scale back or suspend services until Congress passes a new appropriations bill.
Here is...
In a major policy shift, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced that temporary immigration judges will no longer be required to have prior experience in immigration law. According to ABC News, this change follows the firing, resignation, or transfer of more than 100 immigration judges, raising concerns about the future...
For Immediate Release
Ridgewood, N.J. — August 27, 2025 — The American Bar Association (ABA) has issued an alert to the public regarding a sharp increase in the number of individuals fraudulently posing as immigration attorneys. In many cases, these individuals falsely claim affiliation with reputable legal services organizations, including...
