Amid a controversy regarding tweets posted by President Donald Trump, the White House quietly released a 620-page immigration bill that already has support from several Republican senators.The bill, which was co-authored by Jared Kushner, supposedly outlines many...
Month: July 2019
Understanding U.S. immigration rules for temporary performers
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Jul 23, 2019 | Immigration
It's common for entertainers and artists from other countries to come to Illinois to perform. Given the current climate regarding immigration, there can be confusion as to how those who are entering the United States as performers will be treated. Adhering to the law...
Getting a green card as the child of a diplomat
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Jul 23, 2019 | Immigration
Those who are born in Illinois or any other state to a foreign diplomat may be entitled to receive a green card. A diplomat can be an ambassador, counselor or any other individual who has diplomatic status with the United Nations. Furthermore, children of diplomats...
Changes coming to religious worker visa program
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Jul 12, 2019 | Immigration
Religious workers in Illinois, including ministers, may be eligible to apply for a specific type of employment-based visa. Called an EB-4, or employment-based fourth-preference visa, this option can enable religious workers to immigrate to the U.S. or adjust their...
Illinois child support and extracurricular activities
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Jul 9, 2019 | Child Support
Even though your marriage did not succeed, you always put the interests of your children first. If you are going through a divorce, you likely want to be certain your kids continue to have the financial resources they need to thrive. You should not, however, pay more...
Green card processing times and status changes
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Jul 1, 2019 | Immigration
Getting married or divorced may change the wait time for a green card for some Illinois people. This was the case for one man whose mother, a U.S. citizen from the Philippines, had filed an immigrant petition for him in 2005 when he was unmarried. As the unmarried...
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