Introduction
Relocation to Ecuador from the USA
Fran Metz has always had a restless spirit. Born in Hawaii and raised in California, she moved around the U.S. before arriving in Durango, Colorado, in 1990 to attend Fort Lewis College, where she fell in love with the state and made it home. Over the years, her
It’s completely normal to feel anxious and scared right now, especially with all the talk in the media about mass deportations under the new administration. For many of you, this fear goes beyond just your own situation—it’s about your family, friends, and your entire community.
But here’s the important thing to remember: You are not
As the transition of Federal Executive power takes place, the first 100 days of a Presidential administration often sets the tone for the policies and direction of the upcoming four years. With former President Donald Trump returning to office in 2024, his immigration policies are expected to take center stage once again, just as they
The Presidential election of 2024 is behind us. Inauguration Day will bring a new Administration to Washington which has vowed to bring significant change “from Day One.” For Americans who voted for the new Administration, the promised change offers welcome solutions. To others, the rhetoric of our next President combined with his post-election nominations, triggers concern about how
In January 2004, the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement (FTA) became law, marking the beginning of a dynamic partnership between the two nations. Over the past two decades, this agreement has not only boosted trade between the U.S. and Chile but has also opened the door to significant employment opportunities for Chileans in the U.S.
Let’s
On October 2, 2024, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) rolled out important updates to its Policy Manual, providing greater clarity on the eligibility criteria for the EB-1 (E11) visa category for individuals with extraordinary ability. This visa, often regarded as the pinnacle for highly accomplished individuals seeking Employment Based U.S. permanent residency, just
Exciting News: The Law Office of Matthew I. Hirsch and Solow, Hartnett and Galvan are merging. Effective July 1, 2024, Matthew I. Hirsch will be joining Solow, Hartnett and Galvan (“SHG Immigration Law”) as a Partner. Attorney Lindsay Eury and the dedicated team of paraprofessionals at the Law Office of Matthew I. Hirsch are also
As we all know, Immigration law is a complex field, often laden with bureaucratic hurdles and legal intricacies. For the LGBTQ+ community, these challenges can be even more daunting due to unique social, cultural, and legal issues. Despite significant progress in recent years, there are still substantial obstacles and considerations for LGBTQ+ immigrants seeking a
USCIS delays in the processing of immigration applications continue to be a major headache for many immigrants and their families – and for their lawyers, who often have to tell understandably frustrated clients that their application is still pending after months or years of waiting. An action under the Administrative Procedures Act (APA) can seek
The Law Office of Matthew I. Hirsch is pleased to announce that its principal, Matthew I. Hirsch, has been invited to speak at the upcoming Annual Conference of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). The event will take place in Chicago on June 12-15.
Matt is excited to be on a panel alongside noted immigration
