When foreign nationals in Louisiana face the threat of deportation or are seeking asylum in the U.S., they must go through the immigration courts. Immigration courts are different from criminal and civil courts in the U.S., and only those judges appointed by the...
For many who come to the United States for temporary reasons, such as education or travel, the desire to remain here and make the U.S. their home is strong. Even those who have not visited the U.S. may hear from family and friends about the many benefits of life in...
A U.S. business owner may choose to hire foreign workers for a number of reasons. For example, some industries are facing critical shortages of skilled workers, and hiring foreign nationals is a reasonable way to fill the void. Other employers seek workers who can...
Anyone who has investigated the process of entering Louisiana or other parts of the U.S. with a green card or visa probably already knows how complicated and time-consuming it can be. The number of people seeking entry seems to grow each year, and certain programs...
In most cases, any foreign national who wants to come to the United States for a temporary stay must take the appropriate steps for obtaining a visa. A visa informs authorities that the holder meets eligibility requirements and has the government’s permission to be in...
Through various visa programs, foreign nationals can come to the United States to pursue a path to citizenship. This often involves seeking naturalization through a family visa program, but certain employment programs also provide this opportunity. In fact, the United...
Louisiana couples who join in marriage may have many plans for a joyful future together, including learning more about each other, joining their households and assets, and potentially raising a family. Obtaining lawful residency may be an added benefit for a foreign...
Those who have immigrated to the U.S. outside the lawful programs afforded by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services may be eagerly awaiting the outcome of two bills currently in Congress. The House has already passed these bills, which may provide...
For many who live outside the United States, coming to this country to work means taking advantage of unique opportunities. For some, this means seeking permanent residence in this country, but for others, a business visitor visa is sufficient for their needs. In the...
You have positions to fill in your Louisiana business, and your hiring process has produced the most qualified applicants for the job. However, one of them is not a citizen of the U.S. Does this make a difference? Actually, it can be a very serious violation of the...