The U.S. immigration system is broken, and improvements are critical to relieve application backlogs, fill important job vacancies, reunite Louisiana families and more. One area that has been negatively impacted by problems within the immigration system is...
US Immigration Law
Green card facts you should know
You might be one of many people who arrive in Louisiana from other countries of origin to live or work, made possible by a temporary visa. At some point, however, you might be interested in learning more about the requirements you must fulfill in order to obtain a...
Visa options for those coming to the U.S. for religious work
Seeking to enter the United States for personal reasons, work purposes or to seek safety are all valid reasons to apply for a visa. There are different types of visas, and the right one for the individual depends on his or her long-term goals and intentions once...
Do you need to prepare for a Stokes Interview?
The day of your wedding in Louisiana may have been one of the happiest days of your life. Perhaps it took a long time for you to be able to come to the United States from your country of origin. By the time you were able to plan your wedding, you may have quite ready...
The U.S. tech industries need immigration to stay competitive
For many industries, immigrant workers play a key role as it provides the opportunity for qualified individuals to work in certain necessary jobs. This allows the tech industry in the United States to remain competitive, yet the country could be losing its standing as...
A master hearing and other removal issues
If you’re one of many Louisiana immigrants who have been given a “Notice to Appear,” you might be feeling worried and anxious about upcoming legal proceedings. In a perfect world, everyone who enters the United States from another country of origin would have all of...
African visa applicants facing extensive challenges
The pandemic affected many functions of the U.S. government, including immigration processes. Because of the shutdown and less staffing at many offices, including in Louisiana, there is an extensive backlog of visa applications in most categories. Reports indicate...
Entrance into the United States as an immigrant religious worker
While there are many who want to immigrate to the United States, there are strict requirements for those who are applying to do so. Those seeking entrance into the country must be eligible for a specific type of visa, but there are limits to the number of visas...
New visas may be available for business start-ups
A recent move from the House Rule Committee could provide new opportunities for those hoping to come to the United States for work purposes. The committee suggested a new type of visa that is specifically for individuals coming to the United States to produce...
New proposal offers hope for undocumented immigrants
Immigration continues to be one of the most complex and highly contested issues for U.S. lawmakers, and it often seems as if no meaningful change will ever happen. However, a recently proposed bill offers some hope for undocumented immigrants in Louisiana who need to...