Ibrahim & Rao, LLP

WE HAVE MOVED!! Come see us at our new office located at: 3339 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd Atlanta, GA. 30341 ¡NOS HEMOS MUDADO!! Ven a vernos a nuestra nueva oficina ubicada en:... 3339 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd Atlanta, GA. 30341 404-446-4700

On June 18, 2020, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that the Trump Administration’s termination of the DACA program violated Federal Law and the reasoning behind the termination was inadequate. So, what does this mean for those who already have DACA and those who could not apply for it because of its termination on September 5, 2017? For those who have already been granted DACA and have been renewing it can continue to do so. The Supreme Court’s decision will n...ot change anything. Time will tell what the Administration will do from this point on, but for now DACA RENEWALS CAN CONTINUE. For those who qualified for DACA, but did not have the chance to apply for it before it was terminated in 2017, the answer is not as clear. Many interpret the Supreme Court’s decision to restore DACA fully to the way it was before it was terminated in 2017, which means new applications can be filed. However, we have not received full guidance from DHS whether they will actually accept (and not reject) first time DACA applications. If you think you qualify for an INITIAL DACA APPLICATION, you should talk to an immigration attorney. Please give us a call at 404-446-4700 (Atlanta) , 470-407-9620 (Gainesville), 864-326-4833 (Greenville). El 18 de junio de 2020, la Corte Suprema de los Estados Unidos dictaminó que la terminación del programa DACA por parte de la Administración Trump violó la ley federal y el razonamiento detrás de la terminación era inadecuado. Entonces, ¿qué significa esto para aquellos que ya tienen DACA y aquellos que no pudieron solicitarlo debido a su terminación el 5 de septiembre de 2017? Para aquellos que ya han recibido DACA y han estado renovando puede seguir haciéndolo. La decisión de la Corte Suprema no cambiará nada. El tiempo dirá lo que la Administración hará a partir de este momento, pero por ahora RENOVACIONES DE DACA PUEDEN CONTINUAR. Para aquellos que calificaron para DACA, pero no tuvieron la oportunidad de solicitarlo antes de que se terminara en 2017, la respuesta no fue tan clara. Muchos interpretan la decisión de la Corte Suprema de restaurar plenamente DACA de la forma en que estaba antes de que fuera terminada en 2017, lo que significa que se pueden presentar nuevas solicitudes. Sin embargo, no hemos recibido la orientación completa del DHS si realmente si aceptarán (y no rechazarán) las solicitudes DACA por primera vez. Si usted piensa que califica para una SOLICITUD DE DACA INICIAL, debe hablar con un abogado de inmigración. Por favor, de llamarnos al 404-446-4700 (Atlanta) , 470-407-9620 (Gainesville), 864-326-4833 (Greenville).

It is a GREAT DAY! Supreme Court rules DACA continues. We love OUR DREAMERS!

Ibrahim & Rao is happy to announce we are reopening our doors for in-person client appointments! While safety is still our biggest concern, we ask that you follow these CDC guidelines when coming to our office: 1. Face masks/covering are required. If you do not have one, we will provide one for you. 2. Please enter the office alone, and if necessary, with only one additional person. ... 3. Please remain the recommended six-foot distance from others around you. 4. Please make use of hand sanitizers located in the reception desk and meeting areas. Most importantly, If you feel you have any COVID-19 symptoms, have tested positive for COVID-19, or have been in close contact with someone who has been diagnosed with COVID-19, please do not come to into the office. Please call to let us know and we will be happy to make accommodations (telephonic, zoom etc) or reschedule your appointment. Please call us to schedule your initial consult or return appointment. We are excited to be able to serve you in-person again, and can’t wait to see you!

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USCIS is scheduled to open tomorrow, June 4, 2020, and will resume appointments/interviews/oath ceremonies. If your appointment was cancelled between March 18th and June 4th, you will receive a rescheduled notice in the mail. Please follow these guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19 upon reopening. (most importantly, bring your own face mask or your interview might be rescheduled). Visitors may not enter a USCIS facility if they:... -Have any symptoms of COVID-19, including cough, fever or difficulty breathing; -Have been in close contact with anyone known or suspected to have COVID-19 in the last 14 days; or -Have been individually directed to self-quarantine or self-isolate by a health care provider or public health official within the last 14 days. **Visitors may not enter the facility more than 15 minutes prior to their appointment (30 minutes for naturalization ceremonies)** Hand sanitizer will be provided for visitors at entry points. **Members of the public must wear facial coverings that cover both the mouth and nose when entering facilities. If they do not have one, USCIS may provide one or the visitor will be asked to reschedule their appointment** There will be markings and physical barriers in the facility; visitors should pay close attention to these signs to ensure they follow social distancing guidelines. Individuals may also have to answer health screening questions before entering a facility. Individuals are encouraged to bring their own black or blue ink pens.

HERE IS A SIMPLE BREAKDOWN OF WHAT TRUMP’S NEW 60 DAY BAN MEANS. It applies only to *NEW* Immigrants who do not already have Lawful Permanent Residence (Green Card) as of April 23, 2020. Who IS included:... 1. People OUTSIDE of the US who are applying for an Immigrant Visa (Green Card) Who IS NOT included - Those who are already INSIDE the US as of April 23, 2020 1. Green Card holders or Lawful Permanent Residents 2. Spouses and Children under 21 of US Citizens 3. Green Card Applicants already INSIDE of the US 4. US Military Members and their Spouses and Children 5. Medical Professionals and Scientists working on CV-19 6. EB-5 Investors and National Interest Waiver applicants 7. SI or SQ Special Immigrant categories 8. Asylum and Refugee Seekers

WHAT DOES TRUMP’S "PROCLAMATION SUSPENDING ENTRY OF IMMIGRANTS" MEAN? President Trump issued an Executive Proclamation today suspending the entry of immigrants into the United States for 60 days. Here is a breakdown of what this means: The 60 day ban to entry applies to those who are CURRENTLY OUTSIDE of the United States as of midnight on April 23, 2020 and are:... 1. Individuals who do not have a valid Immigrant Visa (Green Card) as of April 23, 2020; and 2. Do not have an official travel document other than a visa (such as a transportation letter, an appropriate boarding foil, or an advance parole document) that is valid on the effective date of this proclamation or issued on any date thereafter that permits him or her to travel to the United States and seek entry or admission. THERE ARE EXCEPTIONS to the ban if you are an Alien who is: 1. Currently INSIDE the US and is applying for LPR (green card) status; 2. Outside of the US and have already been granted Immigrant Visa Status on or before April 23, 2020 ; 3. The Spouse of a United States Citizen; 4. Under 21 years old and is the child of a United States citizen, or who is a prospective adoptee seeking to enter the United States pursuant to the IR-4 or IH-4 visa classifications; 5. Any member of the United States Armed Forces and any spouse and children of a member of the United States Armed Forces 6. Seeking to enter the United States on an immigrant visa as a physician, nurse, or other healthcare professional; to perform medical research or other research intended to combat the spread of COVID-19; or to perform work essential to combating, recovering from, or otherwise alleviating the effects of the COVID-19 outbreak, as determined by the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Homeland Security, or their respective designees; and any spouse and unmarried children under 21 years old of any such alien who are accompanying or following to join the alien 7. Applying for a visa to enter the United States pursuant to the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program; 8. Whose entry would further important United States law enforcement objectives, as determined by the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Homeland Security, or their respective designees, based on a recommendation of the Attorney General or his designee; 9. Seeking to enter the United States pursuant to a Special Immigrant Visa in the SI or SQ classification, subject to such conditions as the Secretary of State may impose, and any spouse and children of any such individual; or 10. Whose entry would be in the national interest, as determined by the Secretary of State, the Secretary of Homeland Security, or their respective designees; 11. Seeking asylum or refugee status.

https://www.cbsnews.com//citing-coronavirus-pandemic-judg/

Effective March 16, 2020, and through April 10, all non-detained master calendar hearings are postponed. As a result of EOIR’s ongoing evaluation of the information available regarding the spread of coronavirus across the Nation, all other hearings will proceed as scheduled. Those whose hearings are postponed can expect a new hearing notice by mail at least 10 days before their new hearing day. Filings will occur under typical process, except in Seattle. All other hearings (e.g., individuals (merits) hearings) are proceeding as scheduled. Operational updates here and at https://www.justice.gov//eoir-operational-status-during-co. Individual case status info at https://portal.eoir.justice.gov/InfoSystem/Form and 800-898-7180.