Houston Immigration Law

In a significant improvement for Texas immigration coverage, the US Supreme Court has temporarily blocked the implementation of Senate Bill 4 (SB4). However, an administrative stay issued by Justice Samuel Alito has placed the brakes on what many recall to be one of the most stringent kingdom-level immigration legal guidelines...

Actions to promote unity in families with a noncitizen spouse, kid, or stepchild were recently announced by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This new move from the administration creates a case-by-case process to keep families together, but it is unclear how Congress will handle immigration issues. Noncitizens married to...

Spouses of H-1B visa holders and their employers have reason to celebrate following a United States Court of Appeals for a D.C. Circuit ruling on an issue sent to the court last April. The decision was announced affirming a district court’s grant of summary judgment in Save Jobs USA v. DHS. Save...

Immigrants arrested on criminal charges often face additional hurdles in securing pretrial release. Language barriers, financial limitations, and immigration status issues compound standard release considerations. Uncertainty and anxiety heighten when detained far from Family and friends. Gaining a bond while fighting your criminal case is critical. So, can immigrants reasonably expect bonds?...

Fearing that they may be harmed if they stay in another nation, thousands of immigrants arrive in the United States yearly. By proving that they have a legitimate fear that they or their family members will be persecuted due to their race, religion, nationality, political beliefs, or affiliation with a...

The United States is often seen as the land of opportunity, attracting thousands of foreign workers each year who hope to establish and advance their careers. Employment-based visas and Green Cards are among the most sought-after avenues to achieve this dream, offering permanent residency in the U.S. However, obtaining an...

For people and families navigating the US immigration system, the legal notion of waiver of inadmissibility can be complicated and often causes questions and concerns. Those facing inadmissibility barriers must understand what a waiver is and its advantages. A Texas lawyer can explain the legal reasons for not being allowed...

The 287(g) program, introduced in 1996, allows local law enforcement officers to collaborate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in enforcing immigration laws. This voluntary program allows local law enforcement agencies to assume some responsibilities, especially within local jails. The “Jail Model” has been in place for years. Still, the...

President Trump has issued a completely new executive order, “Protecting the US from Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats.”   This gov order increased the rigor of checking the individuals returning to the USA. This blog article addresses the most problematic aspects of this arrangement and discusses...

On January 20, 2025, President Trump issued the Protecting the American People Against Invasion executive order, which directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to ensure that all aliens comply with their legal duty to register with the U.S. government under Section 262 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)...