02 Mar

Effects of sequestration on immigration

By: Shah Peerally Esq. On the 25 th of last month, Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano said at a press briefing, that ICE “will be forced” under sequestration to reduce detention and removal of undocumented immigrants. She added, “All I can say is, look, we’re doing our very best to minimize the impacts of sequester,”…

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28 Feb

Finally the much awaited re-authorization of VAWA passed and going to the President for signature.

VAWA – Violence Against Women Act, one of the most powerful laws protecting individuals (women, men & children) from domestic violence including thousands of immigrants, has finally passed the house.  Our law firm has long fought for its re-authorization and this victory is a great victory for Americans but also for immigrants who are victims…

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26 Feb

March for Innovation – A virtual March for immigration for the Tech Industry.

According to ABC News: “A coalition of business and tech leaders that includes New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and AOL co-founder Steve Case is backing the“March for Innovation,” a virtual march on Washington that will likely take place sometime later this spring. The best part of the march? You can do it from where you’re…

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24 Feb

In the News – Shah Peerally Law Group PC featured for its pro bono work, Advocacy and Community Outreach

Our law firm has long dedicated its time to helping the immigrant community. We are very proud to be featured on India Express for this article. >> Read More on our work

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20 Feb

New USCIS flyer on 601 A provisional waiver

The Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has created a new process that will allow certain spouses, children, and parents of a U.S. citizen (immediate relatives) to apply for a provisional unlawful presence waiver while they are still in the United States and before departing for their immigrant visa interviews abroad. Why did…

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14 Feb

EB 5 Fraud – SEC Halts $150 Million Investment Scheme to Dupe Foreign Investors and Exploit Immigration Program

The EB-5 program allows foreign investors to obtain permanent residence through an investment of either $500,000 or 1million dollars.  The $500,000 are usually associated with approved projects. Unfortunately many have taken advantage of this program to defraud immigrants. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 2013-20 Washington, D.C., Feb. 8, 2013 — The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced…

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