Happy Memorial Day!

The Law Offices of Jacob J Sapochnick would like to wish you and your families a very safe and relaxing Memorial Day. We thank our soldiers and veterans for their courage, service, and their patriotism. Whether you spend your day at the beach or catching up on work, please take some time out of the day to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day.

“Four things support the world: the learning of the wise, the justice of the great, the prayers of the good, and the valor of the brave”

-Muhammad

Trivia: Memorial Day was formerly known as ‘Decoration Day’ and was meant to honor fallen soldiers who died during the Civil War

USCIS Adopts NEW National Interest Waiver Eligibility Standard in Matter of Dhanasar

On December 27, 2016 in Matter of Dhanasar, 26 I&N Dec. 884 (AAO 2016) the USCIS Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) handed down a groundbreaking decision which has changed the analytical framework for determining eligibility of national interest waivers. This new decision will affect foreign nationals who are pursuing a green card based on employment in […]

Tourist Visa Applicants: Common Pitfalls to Avoid During the Application Process

Do’s and Don’ts If you are considering applying for a temporary visitor visa to travel to the United States for purposes of leisure or to receive temporary medical treatment, there are several things you should be aware of. First, you should understand what you can do while on a temporary visitor visa and what […]

Happy Labor Day!

From our family to yours, Happy Labor Day!

Staff Spotlight: Associate Attorney Nadia Galash, Esq.

It is a pleasure for our law office to introduce associate attorney Nadia Galash to our readers Bio: Nadia Galash has been a California licensed attorney since 2009 and has been practicing immigration law since 2011. Nadia Galash specializes in adjustment of status/permanent resident processing; citizenship; deportation and removal proceedings before Immigration Court; law and motion […]