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Do I Need an Employer to Sponsor Me for an Employment Visa?
An employment visa allows an eligible person to live and work in the United States on a temporary basis. In most cases, an employer will need to sponsor a worker for the visa. Indeed, with limited exceptions, you generally cannot self petition for an employment visa. You will generally need an employer to sponsor… Read More »
Can You Appeal a Judge’s Removal Order?
If you or your loved one is now subject to a judge’s removal order, you may be wondering: Are there any options available to appeal? The short answer is “yes.” You do have the right to appeal an immigration judge’s removal order. An appeal is initiated by the filing of a Notice of Appeal… Read More »
Lesser Known Questions You Might Get During a Spousal Visa Interview
A spousal visa is one of the most straightforward paths to immigrate to the United States. Still, it will not be automatically approved. If you are applying for a spousal visa (or a K-1 fiance visa), you and your partner must sit for an interview. You are probably ready for some of the questions… Read More »
Dispelling Four Common Family Immigration Myths
Family immigration makes up much of the basis of the American immigration system. Indeed, more than two-thirds of the people who immigrate to the United States do so through a family connection. There are many myths about how family immigration actually works. At Escobar Law Offices, we are proud to be leaders in family… Read More »
Trump Administration Grants TPS Reprieve to Approximately 11,000 Lebanese Citizens
On May 29th, 2026, The Washington Post reported that the Trump Administration has granted a short-term reprieve, the form of Temporary Protected Status (TPS), to approximately 11,000 people from Lebanon. It is notable as the Trump Administration has mostly reduced the availability of TPS as a protection. The recent action is promising for some… Read More »
What We Know About the Trump Administration’s Changes to Green Cards (2026)
Recently, the Trump Administration announced significant changes to the green card process. Many people will potentially see an impact from the new policy. On May 22nd, 2026, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that adjustment of status for green cards will only be granted in extraordinary circumstances. However, the scope of this… Read More »
Should You Sign an Agreement to Mediate a Divorce in Virginia?
Are you and your spouse preparing for a divorce? Mediation can be an effective tool to resolve your divorce in a collaborative, low conflict manner. You may be wondering: Do you need to sign an agreement to initiate divorce mediation? The short answer is that it is not required by statute in the Commonwealth,… Read More »
When Can the Government Strip a Green Card?
A green card is lawful permanent residency in the United States. When an immigrant is issued a green card, they will have lawful permanent status. Further, they will be on a path to citizenship through naturalization. You may be wondering: Can the government strip a person of their green card? The answer is “yes.”… Read More »
What are First Preference Employment Visas?
Employment visas are divided into several different preference categories. First preference employment visas are reserved exclusively for “priority workers” who have extraordinary abilities and are highly desired in the United States. At Escobar Law Offices, we have the skills and experience to navigate first preference employment visas. Here, our Virginia employment immigration attorney explains… Read More »
Supreme Court Decision on Birthright Citizenship Expected Later this Year
At the start of his second term, President Donald Trump issued an executive order to end birthright citizenship. A lawsuit was filed and an injunction was put in place. Recently, the Supreme Court of the United States heard oral arguments in the birthright citizenship case. A decision is expected in the coming months. The… Read More »
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