August 18, 2012
We are receiving many questions about the “school” requirement for DACA: “Can I enroll in a GED program now?”, “What if I completed High School in my country, can I enroll in school now?”, “Do I still need to be in school?”, “Do I need to go back to school?”, The DACA program is flexible. To meet the “currently in […]
August 17, 2012
USCIS is now accepting applications for Deferred Action for Childhood Entrants (DACA) as of August 15, 2012. In order to apply, you need to consider and/or submit the following: Strongly consider hiring or discussing your eligibility with a qualified immigration attorney; Submit a check or money order payable to “U.S. Department of Homeland Security” for $465; Two (2) Passport Photos; […]
August 05, 2012
The Department of Homeland announced the procedure for young persons to file for deferred action as announced by the Obama administration on June 15, 2012. Filing will begin on August 15, 2012. Young persons who are in removal (deportation) proceedings, as well as those who already have deportation (removal) orders, and those who have never been in removal proceedings will […]
June 15, 2012
On Monday, June 11, 2012 and the following day, the Washington Post ran a story about one of the Law Offices of Ricky Malik’s clients. Today, June 15, 2012, after many years of advocating by thousands, the Obama administration announced that it will offer Deferred Action to those who know only the United States as home, for those who were brought […]
June 10, 2012
One of the law firm’s clients was featured on the front page of the Washington Post on June 11 and 12, 2012. Calls of support have been pouring in all day and we want to thank everyone. Story below (click on ‘Download’ or ‘Full Screen’ for easier reading): Ricky Malik, Esq. www.rmlegal.com
February 16, 2012
Yes, in certain circumstances per 8 CFR 204.2(a)(1)(iii)(F)(4), 204.2(I)(3) and 204.2(a)(4) for derivative beneficiaries of marriage based petitions. Recapture is complicated and it is highly advisable to discuss your matter with a qualified Immigration Attorney before filing a recapture 485 and checking box H “Other Basis” with an explanation. Ricy Malik, Esq.
February 15, 2012
Yes! According to USCIS-NBC in meeting held in October 2011 with AILA, even if your case has been denied by USCIS, and then subsequently denied by an Immigration Judge, you can still apply and get your work permit while your case is on appeal before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) or later if your case is with the Cirucit […]
January 11, 2012
Many Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applicants and especially their employers are concerned that their work permits expire while they are waiting for their new card. However, as in previous years, all TPS applicants work permits are automatically renewed as long as they file for their renewal timely. This means that even if a TPS work permit (employment authorization document – […]
January 08, 2012
USCIS Office of Public Engagement: I-601 Notice of Intent U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services sent this bulletin at 01/06/2012 10:32 AM EST Dear Stakeholders- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) posted a Notice of Intent in the Federal Register outlining a proposed change to its current process for the filing and adjudication of waivers of inadmissibility relating to unlawful presence. The proposed process would […]
January 07, 2012
In the Federal Register on Monday, January 9, 2011 a new proposed provision will be published allowing many undocumented immigrants to process their waivers while inside the United States. For many years, certain immigrants were afraid to leave the United States to process their “greencards” because they feared their waivers (pardons) would be denied thereby barring re-entry into the United […]
