The BIA released a very interesting decision recently that can have potential immigration ramifications for anybody convicted in our state's municipal courts. The case is Matter of Roberto Cuellar-Gomez, 25 I&N 850 (BIA 2012). There were several issues before the...
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Month: July 2012
Can a DWI disqualify a person for DREAM Deferred Action?
We are still awaiting clarification and guidelines from USCIS as to how the DREAMER deferred action program will be implemented. We are also awaiting more guidance as to who will be disqualified from applying. USCIS has made it clear that those with felony convictions...
Immigration Opinion in the Asbury Park Press of New Jersey
Here's an op-ed of mine that recently appeared in the Asbury Park Press Sunday Edition in the Opinions Section (July 8, 2012)."Is there a middle ground?" by Paris Lee, Esq.Is there a middle ground for addressing the problem of the millions of people who are here...
Foreign Students need to be vigilant
Just a few weeks ago, a school in Iselin, New Jersey, was "busted" by DHS for allegedly running a scam involving foreign students. This only underscores again how important it is for prospective foreign students to be aware of what schools are and are not allowed to...