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09/09/2025

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09/09/2025

See very important court decision below. If you or anyone you know, requires assistance, please contact us immediately: [email protected]
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09/09/2025

AILA: BIA’s Decision Ignores Decades of Precedent, Stripping Immigration Judges of Bond Authority
9/8/25 AILA Doc. No. 25090839.
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George Tzamaras
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WASHINGTON, DC – On September 5, 2025, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) issued a precedential decision in Matter of Yajure Hurtado affirming that immigration judges lack jurisdiction to conduct bond hearings or grant bond to individuals who are present without admission.

Jeff Joseph, President of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) stated, “Supposedly the BIA is basing this determination on a ‘plain language reading’ of the law, but that interpretation has already been rejected by numerous federal courts, and I am confident it will continue to be rejected. Removing immigration judges’ longstanding authority to decide whether someone should be detained while they await civil court hearings will simply force detained individuals to file habeas corpus petitions and clog up the already burdened federal courts. This is the latest step in the president’s campaign to turn immigration judges into rubber stamps rather than actual judges. This decision will put billions of taxpayer dollars in the pockets of private prison companies and irredeemably damage American families, businesses, and communities. Congress needs to stop the Trump Administration’s weaponization of the immigration courts and protect the integrity and fairness of America’s courts.”

AILA Executive Director Ben Johnson added, “Stripping immigration judges of their authority to conduct bond hearings or redetermine custody for potentially millions of people is a terrible plan. For no good reason, people who have been waiting patiently for years to get a fair day in court are now going to be scooped up and locked away. In practice, this will virtually eliminate bond for people no matter how long they’ve lived here and whether they have jobs and contribute to our nation. Subjecting huge numbers of people to detention without letting a judge review their situation, often in inhumane conditions, will cause irreparable harm. AILA members aren’t giving up and stand ready to advocate for their clients who may be eligible for parole, a power still in the hands of immigration judges, at least for now.”

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09/09/2025

Please contact us immediately for any assistance: [email protected]
AILA: BIA’s Decision Ignores Decades of Precedent, Stripping Immigration Judges of Bond Authority
9/8/25 AILA Doc. No. 25090839.
CONTACTS:
George Tzamaras
202-507-7649
[email protected] Belle Woods
202-507-7675
[email protected]


WASHINGTON, DC – On September 5, 2025, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) issued a precedential decision in Matter of Yajure Hurtado affirming that immigration judges lack jurisdiction to conduct bond hearings or grant bond to individuals who are present without admission.

Jeff Joseph, President of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) stated, “Supposedly the BIA is basing this determination on a ‘plain language reading’ of the law, but that interpretation has already been rejected by numerous federal courts, and I am confident it will continue to be rejected. Removing immigration judges’ longstanding authority to decide whether someone should be detained while they await civil court hearings will simply force detained individuals to file habeas corpus petitions and clog up the already burdened federal courts. This is the latest step in the president’s campaign to turn immigration judges into rubber stamps rather than actual judges. This decision will put billions of taxpayer dollars in the pockets of private prison companies and irredeemably damage American families, businesses, and communities. Congress needs to stop the Trump Administration’s weaponization of the immigration courts and protect the integrity and fairness of America’s courts.”

AILA Executive Director Ben Johnson added, “Stripping immigration judges of their authority to conduct bond hearings or redetermine custody for potentially millions of people is a terrible plan. For no good reason, people who have been waiting patiently for years to get a fair day in court are now going to be scooped up and locked away. In practice, this will virtually eliminate bond for people no matter how long they’ve lived here and whether they have jobs and contribute to our nation. Subjecting huge numbers of people to detention without letting a judge review their situation, often in inhumane conditions, will cause irreparable harm. AILA members aren’t giving up and stand ready to advocate for their clients who may be eligible for parole, a power still in the hands of immigration judges, at least for now.”

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08/27/2025

New Policy Memorandum- PLEASE TAKE NOTE
USCIS HAS JUST issued a Policy Memorandum , declaring that it will "resume personal neighborhood investigations for naturalization applicants". These investigations were common decades ago, in the last few years, USCIS has worked mostly with FBI background checks and biometrics.
The purpose of these investigations is to verify an applicant’s eligibility for U.S. citizenship, which includes:
✅ Residence history
✅ Good moral character
✅ Attachment to U.S. constitutional principles
USCIS officers will now decide individually whether to conduct or waive a neighborhood investigation after reviewing the applicant’s file. To support their case, applicants may provide evidence about the applicant including:
✅ Letters from neighbors
✅ Letters from employers
✅ Letters from co-workers
✅ Letters from business associates
This will help to ensure that ( if filed with the naturalization application), it could reduce the risk of delays or additional requests from USCIS. If not submitted, USCIS may ( on its own) launch a neighborhood investigation, which could affect the applicant’s ability to prove eligibility for naturalization.
If you need any assistance or advice in preparing your naturalization application or anything relating to this, or attending the interview with you, we can assist- nationwide!
Don’t wait until USCIS comes knocking on your neighbor’s door.
Contact us now.
We represent clients in all 50 states in the U.S.
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06/02/2025

Over the past several days, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents have conducted coordinated arrests at immigration courts across the country.

This appears to be part of a coordinated nationwide strategy. In these cases, DHS moves to dismiss your removal proceedings. Once the case is dismissed and you exit court, ICE arrests you and places you in expedited removal.

This operation will likely expand nationwide as the administration increases enforcement efforts.

If you need help or guidance with any U.S. immigration matters, especially with these major changes, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always ready to assist.

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Immigration attorney Grant Kaplan provides people in the Boca Raton, Florida, area with help on a variety of immigration issues.

02/28/2025

EXECUTIVE ORDER RELATING TO REGISTRATION

Anyone requiring any assistance with US immigration matters, as well as visas, Green Cards, overstays or any other issues- please contact us: [email protected]

The Trump administration has announced that illegal immigrants in the United States who fail to register with the federal government could face heavy fines, jail time, or both, according to a new directive from the Department of Homeland Security.

Details of the decision:
• All immigrants over the age of 14 who were not fingerprinted or registered when applying for a visa and who have been in the United States for 30 days or more are required to register and be fingerprinted.
• Once registered, the Department of Homeland Security will obtain the immigrants’ data and issue them a proof of registration document, which immigrants over the age of 18 must carry at all times.
• The administration is seeking to eliminate the CBP One program created under the Biden administration, which has allowed hundreds of thousands of immigrants to enter legally by appointment through an electronic application.
• Trump has called illegal immigration across the Mexican border a “national emergency” and ordered the Department of Homeland Security to implement strict measures to ensure that all illegal immigrants are registered.

🚨 Implications:
• The decision represents a new escalation in immigration policy, potentially leading to increased detentions and deportations.
• Immigrant rights advocates have criticized the measure, saying it could increase fear among immigrant communities.

Mandatory registration could be a step toward broader deportations in the coming period.

08/20/2024

Good evening everyone- the time has come for all eligible applicants to apply for Parole in Place. Please see below if you are eligible and if so, contact us immediately.
Telephone: 561 347 8440
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A noncitizen spouse or stepchild of a U.S. citizen may request parole in place under this process if they:

• Are present in the United States without admission or parole;
• Have been continuously physically present in the United States:
• Since June 17, 2014, if seeking parole in place as the spouse of a U.S. citizen; or
• Since June 17, 2024, if seeking parole in place as the stepchild of a U.S. citizen;

• Have:

• A legally valid marriage to a U.S. citizen as of June 17, 2024, if seeking parole in place as the spouse of a U.S. citizen; or
• A noncitizen parent who had a legally valid marriage to a U.S. citizen on or before June 17, 2024, and before the stepchild’s 18th birthday, if seeking parole in place as the stepchild of a U.S. citizen;
• Do not have any disqualifying criminal history;
• Do not pose a threat to national security and public safety.”

07/17/2024

Good morning everyone- there have been new developments in the everchanging world of US immigration. From parole in place, new opportunities for Green Card Adjustments, Temporary Protected status opportunities, enhanced EB-5 investor applications and designations of new countries for E-2 investor visa applications ( amongst other developments), as well as updates on Consular processing. We will be happy to discuss these or any other visa, Green Card, removal, overstay or waiver issues you would like to chat about. Contact us now: [email protected]

Immigration attorney Grant Kaplan provides people in the Boca Raton, Florida, area with help on a variety of immigration issues.

06/12/2024

Good afternoon everyone.
There are developments in progress for those of you ( or anyone you may know) who is undocumented. The Biden Administration has given an indication that there could be a major announcement in the next few days. This relates to something known as Parole in Place or Parole for Spouses.
Our understanding is that the potential beneficiaries will be people who are: 1) undocumented; 2) entered without inspection; and 3) married to a U.S. citizen or Legal Permanent Resident may be able to be “Paroled” into the United States without leaving. Parole is a old "tool" that has principally be used in other contexts and typically is granted on a case by case basis and may be substituted for an illegal entry or entry without inspection under current immigration law. This will greatly benefit potential beneficiaries who will hereafter possibly be able to adjust their status in the USA. There may be additional requirements such as proving the person is of good moral character, and a fee. DACA beneficiaries who have not traveled may qualify.
Please note- we represent clients from all over the USA. If you or someone you know may qualify please send refer them to us! E mail us at: [email protected] or call us: 561 347 8440.

04/13/2023

Every year, many foreign nationals file for the limited number of H-1B visas to work and live in the United States. Of course not everyone can be successful and therefore its important to look at other work visa options.
Some options include cap-exempt H-1B visas for those employed by higher education or research organizations, and professional specialty worker visas like TN, and E-3, designated for nationals of specific countries. Treaty Trader/Investor visas, E-1 and E-2, should also be looked at for those who may be eligible as investors.
There are other options for foreign graduates, and post-completion OPT or STEM OPT extensions can provide additional opportunities to secure an H-1B visa. The L-1 visa is an option for employees of companies which have an office or affiliated company outside the USA. the O-1 visa is available to those with extraordinary abilities or achievements.
Don't give up- there many be viable options for you! Please contact us. We can work with you and your employer to look at immigrant, and nonimmigrant work visa alternatives that may be beneficial under appropriate circumstances.
Please feel free to contact us: [email protected] or +1 561 347 8440.
We will be happy to assist you, your friends, colleagues, and family members with any complex immigration and nationality law matters.
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