February 03, 2011
Attorney Ricky Malik argued and tried a case of a woman who was seeking asylum based on the severe abuse endured at the hands of her husband. Ricky Malik, Esq. Immigration Attorney
February 01, 2011
USCIS issued a draft memo, open for comment until February 10, 2001 addressing which grounds of inadmissibility do NOT apply to Temporary Protected Status (TPS applicants). The memo also briefly addresses situations where a TPS applicant may seek adjustment of status (a greencard). Unfortunately, the draft memo seems to limit circumstances where adjustment of status may be sought. Ricky Malik, […]
January 14, 2011
What action should you take in light of INA 204(l): If you or a family member had their cases denied due to the death of a petitioner, you need to file an untimely motion to reopen your case, or if you have not yet filed, file now. USCIS has for years denied cases when the petitioner (USC Spouse or other relative) died while […]
January 13, 2011
The Department of State has released the Visa Bulletin for February 2011. Immigration and sponsorship are far more complicated than thought. If you have family members you would like to invite to the United States or if you wish to petition for employees, contact the Law Offices of Ricky Malik, P.C. and schedule a consultation with one of our experienced […]
January 06, 2011
December 01, 2010
The Administrative Appeals Office published a postive case that addressed burden of proof. Hopefully, USCIS adjudicators will use this case as their guide when deciding cases. In Matter of Chawathe, 25 I&N Dec. 369 (AAO 2010) it was held that: “In most administrative immigration proceedings, the applicant must prove by a preponderance of evidence that he or she is eligible for the […]
November 20, 2010
The State Department has released the Visa Bulletin for November 2010. Click Here to View. Ricky Malik, Esq. www.rmlegal.com
November 15, 2010
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October 20, 2010
The Visa Bulletin for November 2010 has been released. Click here. Ricky Malik, Esq.
