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What the New H-1B Proclamation Really Means

September 24th, 2025 | immigrationattorney
Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Worker

What the New H-1B Proclamation Really Means On September 21, 2025, the USCIS issued a news release (here) regarding the new Presidential Proclamation which introduces a $100,000 “add-on” payment for all new H-1B petitions filed after 12:01 a.m. EDT on September 21, 2025. But here’s what’s most important: it does not affect any H-1B petition already […]

Get Ready for the 2025 Civics Test: What You Need to Know & How to Act Fast

September 19th, 2025 | immigrationattorney
2025 Civics Test

Get Ready for the 2025 Civics Test: What You Need to Know & How to Act Fast By: Emily Williams* The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is updating the Naturalization Civics Test. People who file Form N-400, Application for Naturalization before Oct. 20, 2025 will be administered the 2008 naturalization civics test. People who […]

Who is a Preference Relative?

September 12th, 2025 | immigrationattorney

Preference relatives include the unmarried adult children of United States citizens, spouses and children of permanent residents, and brothers and sisters of adult United States citizens.

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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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USCIS Marriage-Based Green Card Requirements

July 9th, 2025 | immigrationattorney

The USCIS does not have a timeline for how long you must be married before you file.
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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R1-Visas

July 7th, 2025 | immigrationattorney

R-1 visas are nonimmigrant visas which permit foreign nationals to come to the United States temporarily to be employed at least part-time (average of at least twenty hours per week) by a bona fide nonprofit religious organization in the United States (or a bona fide organization that is affiliated with the religious denomination in the United States) to work as a minister or other religious worker.
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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H-1B Petition Filing Fee

June 26th, 2025 | immigrationattorney

Lally Immigration Services charges a flat fee of $2,550 to prepare and submit an H-1B petition.

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This flat fee includes the following services:

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Preparation and Review of Forms and Documents: All necessary forms and supporting documents will be prepared and reviewed.

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Filing with USCIS: The petition will be submitted to USCIS on your behalf.

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Tracking the Petition: You will be updated on the progress and any status changes related to your petition.

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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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What is Conditional Permanent Residency?

May 27th, 2025 | immigrationattorney

TRUE! Two-year green cards are given to individuals who were married less than two years at the time they obtained their green card. This is known as “conditional permanent residency.”
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In order to remain a permanent resident, a conditional permanent resident must file a petition to remove the conditions of their residency during the ninety days before their two-year green card expires.
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Can I check my UCSIS Case Processing Time

May 27th, 2025 | immigrationattorney

Yes, you can check case processing times online at: https://egov.uscis.gov/processing-times/!
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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DHS to Begin Screening Aliens’ Social Media Activity for Antisemitism: What This Means for Your Immigration Application

April 9th, 2025 | immigrationattorney
Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Worker

DHS to Begin Screening Aliens’ Social Media Activity for Antisemitism: What This Means for Your Immigration Application In a significant move, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it will now be screening the social media activity of aliens applying for immigration benefits, focusing specifically on antisemitic content and harassment. This new policy […]

Visa Denial Immigrant Intent

February 12th, 2025 | immigrationattorney

Visa denied for immigrant intent. A denial under INA section 214(b) means that the applicant did not:
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-Sufficiently demonstrate that they qualify for the nonimmigrant visa category requested; and/or
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-Overcome the presumption of immigrant intent by demonstrating that they have strong ties to their home country that will compel them to leave the United States at the end of their temporary stay.
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Visa denial under 214(b) is not permanent. Although there is no appeal process for a refusal or ineligibility under 214(b), an individual may reapply if significant changes occur since their last application.
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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