Immigration and Firm News

Big Immigration Shift: DHS Proposes Fixed Admission Periods for F, J, and I Visa Holders

On August 28, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a major proposed rule that would fundamentally change how…

11 months ago

Important Update: U.S. Visa Validity and Entry Limits Have Changed

The U.S. Department of State has made changes to the Visa Reciprocity Schedule, which determines how long a visa stamp…

12 months ago

H-1B Cap Reached for Fiscal Year 2026

On July 18, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) announced it had received enough H-1B Cap-Subject applications to…

12 months ago

Honoring the Fourth of July: A Reflection on Our Nation’s Values

  As we celebrate the Fourth of July, a day that marks the birth of our nation and the principles…

1 year ago

What is the Status of Trump Order on Birthright Citizenship?

On January 20, 2025, President Trump issued his Birthright Citizenship Order, eliminating birthright citizenship for people born AFTER the effective…

1 year ago

J-1, F-1, M-1 Visa interviews resume at U.S. Embassies abroad

The State Department will resume scheduling of visa interviews for applicants seeking F-1 student, M-1 student and J-1 exchange visitor…

1 year ago

Understanding the Latest Travel Bans

On June 4, 2025, President Trump signed a proclamation titled "Restricting the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the United…

1 year ago

Department of State Pauses Scheduling of all F, M, & J Student & Exchange Visitor Visa Interviews

The U.S. Department of State has paused the scheduling of all F, M, & J Student & Exchange Visitor visa…

1 year ago

DHS Terminates TPS for Afghanistan

On May 13, 2025, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Kristi Noem announced the termination of Temporary Protected…

1 year ago

Welcome Associate Attorney Emilie Mahoney to Kolko and Casey, P.C.!

Kolko and Casey, P.C. is so pleased to announce that Emilie Mahoney is joining our firm as an Associate Attorney.…

1 year ago