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NAFSA 2017: Programming for International Students In and After F-1

Presented by Lisa Scott at the 2017 NAFSA  Annual Conference.

Do I Need to Renew My Permanent Residence Card?

8 CFR §264.5(b)(2) states that “A permanent resident shall apply for a replacement Permanent Resident Card when the existing card will be expiring within six months…” Failure to carry a certificate of alien registration or alien registration receipt card at all times is a misdemeanor offense under INA Section 264 (e).   © Scott Global…
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ICE Arrests Up

Arrests of undocumented migrants by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have increased almost 40% since the release of the Executive Order in January.   © Scott Global Migration Law Group 2017

Proposed Bill to Legalize Undocumented Farm Workers

This week a new bill, the “Agricultural Worker Program Act of 2017”, was introduced to the U.S. Senate by Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) and four co-sponsors. This bill address the need for food security and a more stable agricultural labor force, which is predominantly undocumented farm workers.

Lisa Scott on Chicago Women!

In their continuing series on successful local businesses, Chicago Woman recently recognized Lisa Scott for her accomplishments in the field of immigration law. “It’s so important to me that I help encourage a diverse community and level playing field for immigrants and U.S.-born individuals alike, and being able to increase the size of my business…
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