CNN: States take the lead in immigration game

This CNN opinion piece points out that in the midst of the immigration reform standstill in Washington, D.C, states are taking the lead in immigration reform efforts.

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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.

H-1B visas for FY 2015

The FY 2015 H-1B cycle is upon us.  Employers interested in employing a foreign worker should make their hiring decisions and commence processing H-1B cases within the next 30 days. 

U.S. businesses use the H-1B benefit to employ foreign workers in specialty occupations that require theoretical or technical expertise in specialized fields, including but not limited to teachers, architects, scientists, engineers, and computer programmers.  The annual cap on new H-1B workers for FY 2015 is 65,000.  The petition prudently must be filed with UU/CIS on April 1, 2014 to have a chance of obtaining a number. 

Please contact Julie Hoomany, Sr. Legal Assistant, at 386-274-0044 or by email: Juliana.Hoomany@TheImmigrationFirm.us, to schedule a consultation with David F. Vedder, Esq. to discuss your case. 

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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.

Latinos Post: California's "Trust Act" Now in Effect

Latinos Post reports that California's "Trust Act," which limits those who will be handed over to ICE by police in California to those with serious criminal records, went into effect on January 1, 2014.

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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.

California Supreme Court Finds Undocumented Immigrant Can Be Admitted to State Bar

The court concluded that there is no state law or state public policy that would justify precluding undocumented immigrants, as a class, from obtaining a law license in California, and held that the applicant possesses the requisite good moral character. AILA also filed an amicus brief in this case, along with several other organizations

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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: Boehner Is Said to Back Change on Immigration

The New York Times reports that House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) has signaled he may embrace a series of limited changes to the nation's immigration laws in the coming months, giving advocates new hope for 2014.

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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.

House Bi-Partisan Budget Deal Gives Hope to Immigration Activists Description:

One day before Congress left town for the holiday recess, the House of Representatives approved a two-year budget deal by a wide margin. Despite some GOP opposition to the plan, House Speaker John Boehner allowed a vote on the plan, which passed with a majority of Democratic and Republican votes. The budget outline now heads to the Senate for a vote. Before the vote on Thursday, Boehner attacked extremely conservative factions within his party who he said were standing in the way of progress.------
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.

As Congress Looks to Next Year, Activists Keep Immigration Reform Alive Description:

Congress takes a holiday break at the end of this week and won’t return from recess until January. This pause in the legislative calendar, however, has little meaning for immigration activists who are continuing to push Congress to act on immigration reform. While the timetable may be changing, the commitment to work for reform has not, as evidenced by the tremendous support garnered by the Fast for Families campaign.

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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.