


Administrative Professionals' Day
Administrative Professionals' Day, formally known as Secretaries' Day, is a special day celebrated annually on the last Wednesday of April to recognize and appreciate the work of administrative professionals in the workplace.

PROVISIONAL UNLAWFUL PRESENCE WAIVER (I-601A)
Immigrants who would otherwise be denied green cards because they are "inadmissible" for having spent time in the U.S. illegally are eligible for a significant waiver.

Is Real Estate a Good Investment?
Like all investments, real estate investment is full of risk. The variables are many, the can't-miss propositions few. Where should the savvy money go? How does real estate fit into your overall portfolio?

How To Manage an Estate During Probate
Executors have a high level of responsibility for as long as the probate process drags on — which can even be years in some cases. Your main objective? Prevent estate assets from being damaged or depreciated.

The Importance of Building your Credit Score
Your credit matters. How you manage your money today will impact your credit history and financial future. In Real Estate transactions, a credit score is more than just a number. It enables the lender to determine your responsibility & credibility as a borrower. Additionally, it functions as a...

What Is Probate -- and How You Can Avoid It
Few things are as traumatic as dealing with the death of a loved one. Just as we're experiencing pain, legal issues hit us: Insurance companies, reading the will, investments — suddenly it's overwhelming. And perhaps the most difficult issue is probate.

What Is a 1031 Exchange?
The concept of a 1031 exchange is relatively simple: Reinvest the proceeds from the sale of a business or investment property into a like-kind investment in order to defer paying capital gains tax. It’s one of the most popular sections in the Federal tax code because it allows owners of rental, commercial or other business real property to save significantly.
Traveling outside the United States as a Green Card Holder
One of the many benefits of being a green card holder or a permanent resident is the opportunity to travel abroad and return to the U.S. without having to obtain a U.S. Visa. The trip, however, must be temporary, and individuals cannot remain outside the U.S. for more than one year. Leaving the U.S. permanently or taking a trip that exceeds the one-year mark will lead to the revoking of your status as a green card holder.

Advantages of Homeownership
"Home is where the heart is" is frequently used to express the sentimental attachment many people feel to their place of residence. It provides you with a feeling of stability. If you are financially prepared, homeownership can be not just one of the largest investments of your life, but also highly rewarding. Below are some of the benefits you will find in purchasing a home.

Protected Status (TPS) for Ethiopia
Temporary Protected Status is designated to a foreign country by the Secretary of Homeland Security if the conditions in that country are temporarily preventing individuals to return safely. TPS is designated to certain countries or parts of countries either due to ongoing armed conflict, environmental disasters, an epidemic, or any other extraordinary and temporary conditions.

Four Ways Transportation Affects Commercial Site Selection
The methods of and routes for transportation both make a tremendous difference when selecting new commercial real estate sites to lease for a range of business purposes. Because the properties chosen for industries like hotel, shopping, and wholesale should be accessible for employees and consumers alike, always invest in places in proximity to highways, public transportation, and other transportation opportunities.

Using LLCs in Real Estate
Investing in real estate can be a complicated process. That is why many people turn to establishing limited liability companies, or LLCs, to account for all of the complex legal and tax implications of owning multiple properties. Before you advise someone on their options or choose one for yourself, here are some things you may want to know about LLCs in real estate.

Changing your immigrant status from Lawful Permanent Resident to U.S Citizen and the effect it has on petitions filed for relatives.
The immigrant visa that your relative will receive will change when becoming a U.S. Citizen.

Comprehending a Request for Evidence (RFE)
Receiving a request for evidence (RFE) from the U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can be stressful especially after submitting a petition or application. Every lawyer and ordinary individual know that RFEs come without a warning and with a deadline. Not obeying the deadline could mean the denial of a petition or application. In this article, we will define RFEs and how to avoid getting denied by USCIS because of the Request for Evidence.
Humanitarian Programs for Venezuelans
The United States announced a new procedure on October 12, 2022, that will permit Venezuelan nationals and members of their immediate families to enter the country. With the use of this procedure, Venezuelan citizens who are outside the country and do not possess U.S. entry documents can be e...

Wills vs. Trusts: Which One Is Best?
You may be wondering whether to use a will or trust in passing along your assets. There's a common belief that using a trust can give you a break on estate taxes, but it's not necessarily the case. What are the significant differences between wills and trusts that can save you time, money and headaches? A trust is a pool of assets held for the benefit of a third party called a beneficiary. A trustee oversees the trust's disposition to the beneficiary. You can create a trust by establishing one in your will or while you are still alive — a living trust. The property in a trust remains in the trust until some specified event occurs — your death or the beneficiary reaching a certain age.

Office Update
Our office and services are open and operational. You can schedule an appointment with us by sending us an email or by calling the office. Our hours of operation are Monday-Thursday, 9am-5pm. We thank you for business and cooperation.
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE 2
Our office is temporarily closed but we are working remotely. You can send us an email or call the office and leave a voicemail message and someone will get back to you within the next 24 hours. Please note that while we are checking our emails throughout the day, we will be checking our voicemai...
CORONAVIRUS UPDATE
As we continue to see cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) become more widespread throughout the U.S., we would like to share with you the infection prevention protocols we currently have in place. We have taken the following measures to ensure the health and safety of our clients and colleagues...
THE TRUE STORY OF SHARIA IN AMERICAN COURTS
On May 21 Kansas Governor Sam Brownback signed legislation prohibiting judges in the state from considering foreign law in their rulings. The law declares that any court decision will be considered void if it relies “in whole or in part on any foreign law, legal code or system that would not gran...
Temporary Protected Status
TEMPORARY PROTECTED STATUS (TPS) FOR SYRIA (Temporary Protected Status for Syria has been extended for another 18 months) • If you currently hold TPS Status (your case has already been approved) you must re-register during the 60 day re-registration period from January 5, 2015, until March 6, 201...
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
INFORMATION ON DEFERRED ACTION FOR CHILDHOOD ARRIVALS, (A/K/A DREAM ACT) Consideration for childhood arrivals: You might be considered for deferred action for childhood arrivals and be eligible for Employment Authorization if you: Were under the age of 31 as of June 15, 2012; • Came to the United...
WHAT DOES PRESIDENT OBAMA’S EXECUTIVE ORDER ON IMMIGRATION MEAN TO YOU
On November 20, 2014, President Obama announced a number of Executive Orders that will impact the current immigration situation in the United States. These orders include a number of enforcement initiatives that will strengthen the country's boarders in an attempt to reduce illegal immigration an...
THE PULSE: SHOCK FOR CRITICS: MUSLIM JUDGE’S NON-SHARIA RULING
The facts of the case read like a first-year law school exam: “Plaintiff and defendant were never married. The parties entered into a relationship in late 2012 and defendant discovered she was pregnant in February 2013. Shortly after the parties discovered that defendant was pregnant, plaintiff p...