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USCIS Issues Major Reminder: Adjustment of Status is “Extraordinary Relief,” Not an Automatic Right
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters A newly released policy memorandum from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) serves as a critical reminder to immigrants, practitioners, and adjudicators alike: Adjustment of Status (AOS) is a matter of administrative grace and discretion, not an entitlement. The memorandum […]
Read MoreThe Artist’s Guide to the EB-1A: Securing a Green Card in the Creative Industries
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters TL;DR: The EB-1A for Creatives Fine artists, actors, musicians, and filmmakers do not need academic research citations or standard corporate tech salaries to secure an EB-1A Green Card. Instead, USCIS measures creative extraordinary ability through exhibitions, critical acclaim, commercial performance […]
Read MoreFrom Startup to Green Card: How Executives and Founders Qualify for the EB-1A
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters TL;DR: The EB-1A for Business Innovators You do not need to be a published academic scientist to win an EB-1A. For startup founders, C-suite executives, and corporate innovators, success is measured in market disruption, venture capital funding, proprietary growth models, […]
Read MoreHow to Meet the EB-1A Criteria: Turning Your Achievements into an Ironclad Case
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters TL;DR: The Strategy for Winning an EB-1A To qualify for an EB-1A Green Card without a major international award (like a Nobel Prize), you must objectively satisfy at least 3 out of 10 USCIS criteria. However, a historic January 2026 […]
Read MoreNo Sponsor, No Problem: How to Qualify for an EB-1A Green Card
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters TL;DR: What is the EB-1A Visa? The EB-1A is an employment-based, first-preference permanent residency (Green Card) pathway for individuals who have reached the absolute top of their profession in science, business, arts, education, or athletics. Its primary advantages are that […]
Read MoreWhat to Do If Your Immigration Attorney Stops Practicing Law: Protect Your Status
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters Discovering that your immigration attorney is no longer practicing law can be a terrifying experience. Unlike other areas of law where a delay simply stalls a business deal or a lawsuit, a sudden disruption in an immigration case can […]
Read MoreNavigating BIA Appeals: Purpose, Process, Deadlines, and Fees
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters Navigating the complexities of United States immigration law can be overwhelming, especially if you or a loved one has received an unfavorable decision from an Immigration Judge. Fortunately, an adverse ruling is not always the end of the road. At […]
Read MoreBeyond the Green Card — The Path to U.S. Citizenship
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters When can an EB-5 investor apply for citizenship? From Investor to Citizen: Navigating the EB-5 Lifecycle and the 5-Year Naturalization Path I. The EB-5 Timeline How long does it take to become a U.S. Citizen via EB-5? Typically, the journey […]
Read MoreThe 2026 OPT Crackdown: How to Navigate ICE’s New Fraud Investigation
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters TL;DR: What happened with ICE and OPT? On May 12, 2026, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) launched a nationwide investigation into the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program. Authorities have flagged over 10,000 international students […]
Read MoreThe Source of Funds Challenge — Tracing Your Path to Residency
By Wendy R. Barlow, Esq. | Partner at Cohen, Tucker + Ades Specializing in Complex Immigration Matters Navigating the Source of Funds: How to Secure Your EB-5 Petition in 2026 How do I prove my EB-5 funds are legal? I. What is “Source of Funds” (SOF)? Source of Funds is the process of proving to USCIS that […]
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