In this segment, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discusses common reasons for green card denials. To read more about family-based green cards please click here. For information about employment-based green cards click here. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-68-what-are-the-reasons-for-green-card-denials Overview: There are generally two ways to apply for a permanent resident green card 1. through a…
In this segment, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discusses the key to filing a successful self-employed H-1B petition. For more information please contact us for a consultation. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/what-are-the-requirements-to-have-a-successful-self-employed-h1b-case One of the most important factors in filing a successful self employed H-1B petition is to demonstrate that there is an existing board of…
In this segment, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discusses one of our most frequently asked questions: Do I qualify for the H-1B visa? For more information about the H-1B visa please click here. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-33-what-specialty-occupations-are-accepted-for-the-h-1b-visa Overview: –Educational or Equivalent Component In order to qualify the applicant must meet certain educational and/or work related…
Thinking of applying for the H-1B visa? Not sure what qualifies as a specialty occupation? In this segment attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick answers your questions regarding what specialty occupations are permissible for H-1B visa. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-34-what-specialty-occupations-are-accepted-for-the-h-1b-visa The H-1B visa is for professionals who possess either a U.S. master’s or bachelor’s degree,…
Want to know what’s new on the November Visa Bulletin? In this segment attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discusses the new changes including the dual chart system, family-based preference categories, and EB visa updates for China, India, Mexico, Philippines. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-63-november-visa-bulletin For more information on the Visa Bulletin click here. Remember to follow…
In this episode, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick Esq. answers one of our most frequently asked questions: What are the differences between the L and E visas? https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep47-what-is-the-difference-between-the-l-and-e-visas The L visa is a known immigrant visa, which means that L visa holders can apply for a permanent resident card without losing…
Want to hear how the new changes to the October visa bulletin can affect you? Keeping watching. https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-59-october-visa-bulletin-and-changes-allows-much-earlier-i-485-aos-filings-how-does-it-work – Starting with the October 2015 visa bulletin there will be a new separate cut-off date chart for filing of adjustment of status applications – The dual chart serves several purposes –…
In this post attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick discusses the new changes to the October visa bulletin and how these changes can affect your family based or employment based petition. The October 2015 Visa Bulletin from the U.S. Department of State shows a newly revised system of dual cutoff dates. As…
In this episode, attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick, discusses one of our most frequently asked questions: What is the importance of Business Plans for E-visas and how can they improve an E-visa application? https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-53-what-is-the-importance-of-business-plans For further questions please call our office. Remember to follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram. For more information please visit…
https://soundcloud.com/askanimmigrationlawyer/ep-50-how-to-apply-for-green-card-from-student-visa In this series, Attorney Jacob J. Sapochnick, Esq. discusses the process of applying for permanent residence for individuals on a valid student visa. Notes to keep in mind when applying for permanent residence: – F visa holders must know that when they apply for a green card they may…