EB5 Processing Times
The USCIS published current processing times for EB5 applications. Currently, this is how long it is taking for the following petitions: 13.2 months to process I-526 petitions 7.9 months for[…]
Author: Tahmina Watson
August 2014 Visa Bulletin Commentary
The August 2014 visa bulletin was released today. Here is what my readers are looking for: For all countries except India, China, Philippines, and Mexico: No movement in F2A category leaving priority date at 1 May[…]
The August 2014 Visa Bulletin Is Out
Today, the Dept. of State released the August 2014 visa bulletin. Here is a link. Our usual commentary to follow shortly. Stay tuned!
AILA Annual Conference in Boston a Great Success
The American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) helds its annual conference in Boston, MA from June 18-21. The event was a great success. As mentioned in a previous post, Tahmina was[…]
Obama will act alone on immigration
Today, President Obama said in a speech that the US cannot wait any longer without immigration reform. Given that Congress will not act, he has no choice but to take[…]
Obama to Discuss Executive Action on Immigration Law Today
The White House issued the following press release today. Given that we are unlikely to have immigration reform, President Obama is going to hold a discussion on taking executive action.[…]
Leon Rodriguez – New USCIS Director
This week, the Senate confirmed that Leon Rodriguez will be the new USCIS Director. Watson Immigration Law congratulates Director Rodriguez on his new appointment. While this is a challenging role,[…]
Tahmina Speaks At AILA Annual Conference
It was a great honor to have been invited to speak at the American Immigration Lawyers Association annual conference held in Boston, MA from June 18-21. Almost 3500 immigration lawyers[…]
KCWWL Judicial Appreciation Luncheon Huge Success
The King County Chapter of Washington Women Lawyers holds a dear place in my heart. I was on the board from 2006 to 2010 ending my term as the President.[…]
July 2014 Visa Bulletin Commentary- EB2 India Sees Significant Advancement!
The July 2014 visa bulletin was released this morning. Headline: EB2 India sees a jump forward of 3 years, 9 months and 18 days. Here is what my readers[…]