The immigration lawyers at Romben Law, APC prepare hundreds of visa applications annually. We handle visa applicants from the UK, France, Spain, Switzerland, China, Japan, Canada, México, El Salvador, Argentina, Australia, Nigeria, Ghana, South Afrika, and dozens of other countries. Under some circumstances, our clients, whether they are here in…
The USA naturalizes about 680,000 new citizens per year, at ceremonies across the USA and around the world. For many immigration law clients of Romben Law, APC, US citizenship is their goal. For many, US citizenship is the culmination of a life-long dream. In 2009, just under 75% of all…
So the H-1B cap for FY 2011 was finally reached on January 26, 2011. Petitions delivered to a USCIS service center on the 26th, will undergo the H-1B lottery, and if you “win” a slot for the coveted last day to submit an H-1B for FY 2011, your case will…
The most important initial concern for any visitor to the USA is being able to enter the USA. at Romben Law, APC, our immigration law clients want to be able to clear customs and immigration — here in Los Angeles, or at any other port of entry — as quickly…
In recent years, the immigration attorneys at Romben Law, APC in Los Angeles have heard an increasing number of horror stories of people who have sought legal advice or assistance from consultants, non-lawyers, and notaries public. In many of these cases, the advice given or the work done has been…
As an immigration law firm, Romben Law, APC in Los Angeles receives questions about “what does immigration know about me” or “what does the computer at the airport show.” As a matter of national security, this information is not officially made available; however, a recent discussion with a client has…
I’ve been fielding a lot of calls for PERM lately. I’m not sure if it’s related to the fact that indications for the private sector and employment numbers are on the rise or if it’s the beginning of a new year and everyone wants to start their permanent residency applications,…
Happy New Year, everyone! Although we were disappointed by the defeat with the DREAM Act, we are still here to update you on H-1B quota numbers as of December 31, 2010: Advanced degree cap has received 20,000 applications. Regular H-1B quota cases: approximately 57,800 have been receipted. Advanced degree applicants…
Just last night, Majority Leader Reid (D-NV) filed a new version of the DREAM Act in an effort to get the 60 required votes to pass the Senate where a vote may occur as early as Monday. This new version of the DREAM Act includes the following provisions: Excludes from…
Fiscal year 2011 has been a relatively slow year for H-1B usage. Whether it’s the economy or increased scrutiny of H-1B petitions or increased H-1B filing fees, I thought you might want to know that the quota is still open. As of November 22, USCIS informed the public that approximately…