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Immigration Law Update – TN Visa
Immigration Law Update – TN Visa [post_date] Effective 2/25/22, U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico resumed limited nonimmigrant visa processing and reported changes to NIV processing at specific posts. TN Appointments Are Now Only Available In Mexico City, Ciudad Juarez, And Guadalajara. Previously Scheduled TN Appointments In Tijuana Will Be Honored, But Expedited Appointments Cannot…
Employee Spotlight – Helen Medina
Employee Spotlight – Helen Medina [post_date] Farmer Law PC Would Like To Introduce One Of Our Newest Team Members, Helen Medina. While Helen Is New, She Has Already Made A Huge Impact On The Team. Helen Is A Joy To Be Around. She Is Always Making Everyone Laugh And Is Quick To Help When Needed….
Is It Worth Hiring an Immigration Lawyer?
Blog [post_date] Immigration processes and proceedings are legally binding matters that hold people’s lives in the balance. Still, the federal government does not require all immigration procedures to be overseen by immigration lawyers, nor is an individual seeking legal status in the U.S. entitled by the federal government to legal representation. In some cases, individuals…
What Are the Requirements for an EB-3 Visa?
What Are the Requirements for an EB-3 Visa? [post_date] Companies looking to hire employees for their organization face many challenges. One of which could include a lack of qualified and eligible professionals or workers for a specific position. The EB-3 visa program can help, by allowing employers to attract foreign workers permanently. Since the EB-3…
How To Appeal an H-1B Visa Rejection
How To Appeal an H-1B Visa Rejection [post_date] In the first two quarters of 2020, denial rates for H-1B visas were 28.6%. Although that number dropped to 7.1% in the first two quarters of 2021, the overall trend since 2018 has been a rising number of H-1B visa rejection rates. This is a concern for…
H-2 Visa Workers Hiring Business Qualifications
H-2 Visa Workers Hiring Business Qualifications [post_date] For many businesses in the United States, labor shortages are a concern. Employers may have a hard time finding enough local workers for open positions, especially in demanding sectors like agriculture, meat processing, or forestry. In some industries, there are peak times when extra workers are needed, even…
Landscaping Companies Take Advantage of H-2B Visas
Landscaping Companies Take Advantage of H-2B Visas [post_date] In Austin, Grass Works Lawn Care is a commercial and landscaping firm offering everything from tree trimming to irrigation systems to core aeration as well as other services to homeowners and businesses. Ferris MyCue and the rest of the team are dedicated to helping keep outdoor spaces…
Which EB Visa Do I Qualify For?
Which EB Visa Do I Qualify For? [post_date] For individuals who want to move to the United States permanently but don’t have a family to sponsor them, employment-based immigration provides a path to citizenship. These visas can also help U.S.-based employers hire the right talent in situations where local workers are not available. Specifically, there…
COVID Travel Requirements
COVID Travel Requirements [post_date] For those traveling in and out of the United States, COVID-19 may be a concern. You may be wondering how this will affect travel for everyone. The CDC has released new information regarding air and land travel requirements that may be helpful for you.All non-US citizens traveling to the United States…
H-2A Visa for Meat Producers to Fill Positions
H-2A Visa for Meat Producers to Fill Positions [post_date] Meat producers are facing labor shortages, with the number of online job ads for meat processing positions increasing by 66% between 2020 and 2021 alone, a factor driving up the price of meat. The labor shortage means there aren’t always enough local candidates available and willing…
