House Speaker Boehner draws criticism from both sides over immigration comments

WASHINGTON >> House Speaker John Boehner drew criticism from left and right Friday over comments mocking his own Republican lawmakers for their reluctance to take up immigration legislation, rekindling election-year debate on the contentious issue even as President Barack Obama weighs acting on his own.

Boehner said at a Rotary Club lunch at home in Ohio Thursday that House Republicans don’t have the appetite to deal with immigration because it’s too tough. He imitated them whining in protest, “‘Ohh don’t make me do this, ohh this is too hard.”

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Living in a Car Culture Without a License: The Ripple Effects of Withholding Driver's Licenses from Unauthorized Immigrants

Washington D.C. - Today, the Council's Immigration Policy Center releases Living in a Car Culture Without a License: The Ripple Effects of Withholding Driver's Licenses from Unauthorized Immigrants by Sarah E. Hendricks, Ph.D.

In recognition of the many contributions immigrants make to our society and economy, states and cities across the country are creating welcoming initiatives that seek to integrate and maximize the contributions of immigrant workers and entrepreneurs of all backgrounds. On a parallel track, some states currently offer driver’s licenses to unauthorized immigrants and many more states have begun considering it. This makes sense given that the United States is among the top motor-vehicle dependent countries in the world.This paper argues that states that do not offer driver’s licenses to unauthorized immigrants will limit the contributions that immigrant communities as a whole can make, are likely to face negative economic and public safety consequences and risk creating a climate that impedes the adaptation of immigrants.

To view the paper in its entirety, see:
Living in a Car Culture Without a License: The Ripple Effects of Withholding Driver's Licenses from Unauthorized Immigrants by Sarah E. Hendricks, Ph.D. (IPC Perspectives, April 2014)

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USCIS Extends Comment Period on DACA Form I-821D

USCIS issued a 30-day extension for public comments on Form I-821D, Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. Comments are now due on May 5, 2014. USCIS also provided revised forms and instructions based on the first round of comments.

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Based in Volusia County, Florida, immigration attorneys at the firm of David Vedder, P.A. have global reach and the proven ability to handle matters at all levels of complexity. We welcome inquiries from clients of all cultural backgrounds and referrals from other lawyers. To request an initial consultation or more information on our firm's range of services, call 386-274-0044.

NY Times: Oregon Sheriffs Limit Detention of Immigrants

The New York Times reports that last week, after a U.S. magistrate judge in Portland, Oregon ruled that an immigrant's rights had been violated when she was held in a county jail based on a federal immigration detainer, sheriffs in nine Oregon counties announced that they would no longer hold people in jail based on detainers.
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Based in Volusia County, Florida, immigration attorneys at the firm of David Vedder, P.A. have global reach and the proven ability to handle matters at all levels of complexity. We welcome inquiries from clients of all cultural backgrounds and referrals from other lawyers. To request an initial consultation or more information on our firm's range of services, call 386-274-0044.

Silvia Manzanero Quoted in Citizenship Day Article

Silvia attended Citizenship Day in Jacksonville and was quoted on a Spanish article.

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Based in Volusia County, Florida, immigration attorneys at the firm of David Vedder, P.A. have global reach and the proven ability to handle matters at all levels of complexity. We welcome inquiries from clients of all cultural backgrounds and referrals from other lawyers. To request an initial consultation or more information on our firm's range of services, call 386-274-0044.

USCIS H-1B Premium Processing to Begin April 28, 2014

On April 28, 2014, USCIS will begin premium processing for H-1B petitions subject to the FY2015 cap, including H-1B petitions for individuals who have earned a U.S. master's degree or higher.

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Based in Volusia County, Florida, immigration attorneys at the firm of David Vedder, P.A. have global reach and the proven ability to handle matters at all levels of complexity. We welcome inquiries from clients of all cultural backgrounds and referrals from other lawyers. To request an initial consultation or more information on our firm's range of services, call 386-274-0044.

NY Times: Records Show More Deportation Numbers Follow Minor Crimes

A New York Times analysis of internal government records reveals that since President Obama took office, two-thirds of the nearly two million deportation cases involve individuals who had committed minor infractions, including traffic violations, or had no criminal record at all.

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Based in Volusia County, Florida, immigration attorneys at the firm of David Vedder, P.A. have global reach and the proven ability to handle matters at all levels of complexity. We welcome inquiries from clients of all cultural backgrounds and referrals from other lawyers. To request an initial consultation or more information on our firm's range of services, call 386-274-0044.

'Day Of Action' Rallies Unite Cities On Deportations Issue

Immigration advocates and supporters rallied Saturday in cities across the country in a renewed effort to push President Barack Obama to put a freeze on deportations.

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AAO Processing Times

This chart shows the average amount of time it takes to receive a decision in a particular type of case after the case file is received by the AAO. Processing times are directly related to the volume of cases received.
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Based in Volusia County, Florida, immigration attorneys at the firm of David Vedder, P.A. have global reach and the proven ability to handle matters at all levels of complexity. We welcome inquiries from clients of all cultural backgrounds and referrals from other lawyers. To request an initial consultation or more information on our firm's range of services, call 386-274-0044.

Adam Warren for Circuit Judge Campaign Kickoff

On April 3, David Vedder PA hosted a campaign kickoff for Adam Warren, who is running for circuit judge at our offices.

L to R: Associate Attorney for David F. Vedder, P.A., Daniel C. Ross, Adam Warren,
Associate Attorney for David F. Vedder, P.A., Silvia Manzanero and David Vedder, PA

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Based in Volusia County, Florida, immigration attorneys at the firm of David Vedder, P.A. have global reach and the proven ability to handle matters at all levels of complexity. We welcome inquiries from clients of all cultural backgrounds and referrals from other lawyers. To request an initial consultation or more information on our firm's range of services, call 386-274-0044.

David Vedder, PA Sponsors Citizenship Day

Every April, at sites across the country, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) attorneys and other stakeholders provide assistance to lawful permanent residents eligible for naturalization. This year CLSMF has partnered with the Law Office of David Vedder to participate in this national event.

During the workshop, legal permanent residents will be able to obtain assistance in completing their application for naturalization and have the opportunity to meet onsite with an experienced immigration attorney to review their documents.

Registration is required to attend this event and must be completed by April 21st.
To register and to get information on what documents to take to the workshop call 800-984-2919 ext. 2117.

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Based in Volusia County, Florida, immigration attorneys at the firm of David Vedder, P.A. have global reach and the proven ability to handle matters at all levels of complexity. We welcome inquiries from clients of all cultural backgrounds and referrals from other lawyers. To request an initial consultation or more information on our firm's range of services, call 386-274-0044.

Huffington Post: Republicans Block Ploy to Get Immigration Reform Into Budget

The Huffington Post reports that yesterday, House Republicans blocked a Democratic effort to add funding for a comprehensive immigration reform measure to the GOP budget. Read this story and more in AILA's daily immigration news clips. Follow AILA's Immigration Politics 2014 for updates on reform.
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Based in Volusia County, Florida, immigration attorneys at the firm of David Vedder, P.A. have global reach and the proven ability to handle matters at all levels of complexity. We welcome inquiries from clients of all cultural backgrounds and referrals from other lawyers. To request an initial consultation or more information on our firm's range of services, call 386-274-0044.

FL Bar Social Media Post

The Communications Committee of the board received approval to expand the Bar’s social media use to include LinkedIn, Google+, YouTube and Pinterest. In addition to posting timely announcements and the weekly tech tips, The Florida Bar’s current Facebook page – which now has almost 1,800 likes – will include a daily summary of news articles from around the state, section/division and voluntary bar information and court system, law school and national news. All Facebook posts will be tweeted. Communications also reported that a best practices manual for effective electronic communication is being developed to address e-etiquette issues. The Standing Committee on Professionalism is being asked to review all current professionalism guidelines and to amend them as necessary to include electronic communications.


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Based in Volusia County, Florida, immigration attorneys at the firm of David Vedder, P.A. have global reach and the proven ability to handle matters at all levels of complexity. We welcome inquiries from clients of all cultural backgrounds and referrals from other lawyers. To request an initial consultation or more information on our firm's range of services, call 386-274-0044.

Catholic Bishops Call For Border Justice

Border justice is more than simply a legal issue; for some It is a moral, ethical and even spiritual cause.

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------ Based in Volusia County, Florida, immigration attorneys at the firm of David Vedder, P.A. have global reach and the proven ability to handle matters at all levels of complexity. We welcome inquiries from clients of all cultural backgrounds and referrals from other lawyers. To request an initial consultation or more information on our firm's range of services, call 386-274-0044.