Department of Labor Launches “Project Firewall”
Thinkstock from Photo Images Department of Labor Launches “Project Firewall”: What Employers Need to Know On September 19, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a new enforcement initiative called Project Firewall, targeting compliance in the H-1B program. The initiative aims to strengthen protections for U.S. workers while holding H-1B employers accountable for […]
Good Moral Character & Neighborhood Checks for Naturalization
AndreyPopov from Getty Images USCIS released new memos on Good Moral Character and neighborhood checks for naturalization applicants. Here’s a breakdown of the key updates. New Good Moral Character Evaluation USCIS is now using a more holistic approach when evaluating Good Moral Character — looking at community involvement, family responsibilities, work history, taxes, and overall contributions. Officers […]
The Law Office of Jacqueline Lentini is Hiring a Paralegal!
Job Description Position Identification Position Title: Paralegal Reports To: Jacqueline Lentini Work Hours: Full-time, Hybrid Work Days: Monday-Friday during business hours Purpose of Position To support attorney in all areas of a busy legal practice including, but not limited to: immigration case work, administrative and legal assistant work (see below for further detailed information). Responsibilities […]
Updated Guidance on the $100,000 H-1B Proclamation fee
Photo by Alexander Mils on Unsplash On September 21, 2025, it was announced that the entry into the United States of foreign nationals as nonimmigrants to perform services in an H-1B specialty occupation was restricted, except for those foreign nationals whose petitions are accompanied or supplemented by a payment of $100,000. No guidance was given […]
AILA Flyer: Presidential Proclamation Requires $100,000 Fee for New H-1B Workers
See below the AILA flyer regarding the Presidential Proclamation signed September 19, 2025: Click here to view the flyer in PDF format.
H-1B Modernization Rule Finalized
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a comprehensive update to the H-1B visa program, set to take effect on January 17, 2025. This modernization introduces new flexibilities, strengthens oversight, and provides stability for employers and employees alike. A new Form I-129 will be required for all filings as of the effective date, with […]
The Pros & Cons of Filing USCIS Forms Online
I recently moved to a new office space. Which meant moving boxes and boxes of paper files. Many of my immigration law clients are surprised to find out how many forms we still file via paper copy. We File Most USCIS Forms on Paper While we would love to file more forms electronically, and US […]
Understanding the Alien Registration Requirement (ARR) in 2025
ZekaG from Getty Images Signature USCIS Update: Understanding the Alien Registration Requirement (ARR) in 2025 The U.S. tightened immigration registration compliance following Executive Order 14159. On January 20, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14159, directing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to enforce long-standing federal laws that require certain noncitizens in the United States […]