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Michael J. Gurfinkel
Michael J. Gurfinkel
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Pinoy responsible for new adjustment memo?
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - May 31, 2026 - 12:00am
On May 21, 2026, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services issued a policy memorandum, sending shockwaves within the US and around the world, as it implies that people in the US should ordinarily leave and...
The June 2026 priority dates
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - May 24, 2026 - 12:00am
Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular month for the various family and employment-based categories.
Can I expedite my case?
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - May 17, 2026 - 12:00am
Many people have the same request or desire: to have their case expedited.
You can petition family members for an employment-based green card
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - May 10, 2026 - 12:00am
If you’re navigating the US immigration system and feeling confused about your options, you’re not alone.
Don’t throw it away: Why your immigration documents could save your case
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - May 3, 2026 - 12:00am
Many people overlook one of the most important items in the success of an immigration case: keeping their documents and evidence.
The May 2026 priority dates
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - April 26, 2026 - 12:00am
Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular month for the various family and employment-based categories.
Great news for spouses of immigrants: F2A is ‘current’ for filing
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - April 19, 2026 - 12:00am
The April and May 2026 Visa Bulletins provide hope and relief for many lawful permanent residents trying to reunite with their spouses and children.
Embassy to start screening your social media posts
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - April 12, 2026 - 12:00am
Starting March 30, 2026, the US embassy will screen and vet applicants’ “online presence” for many non-immigrant categories.
TSA providing passenger data to ICE for deportations
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - April 5, 2026 - 12:00am
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is now providing the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) with lists of people expected to travel through US airports on domestic flights (within the United...
Filipino fined $1.8 M for overstaying
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - March 29, 2026 - 12:00am
If you have an immigration case, or you’re worried about a deportation order, today’s topic is very important: civil fines under Section 274D of the Immigration and Nationality Act, which can be...
The April 2026 priority dates
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - March 22, 2026 - 12:00am
Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular month for the various family and employment-based categories.
Filipina’s naturalization denied because of fixed marriage accusation
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - March 15, 2026 - 12:00am
A Filipina recently consulted with me after receiving a denial on her naturalization application, with the US Citizenship and Immigration Services accusing her of having obtained her green card through a fixed...
Do pleas for mercy help your immigration case?
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - March 8, 2026 - 12:00am
Some people believe that if they beg and plead with immigration officers, pointing out their sacrifices, contributions and desire to remain in the US, the officer will be so overcome with mercy and compassion that...
The March 2026 priority dates
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - March 1, 2026 - 12:00am
Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular month for the various family and employment-based categories.
Can Trump denaturalize and deport Somali citizens?
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - February 22, 2026 - 12:00am
Recent news has been dominated by the alleged massive multibillion-dollar fraud in the Somali community in Minneapolis, where businesses were established and those businesses received millions of dollars in grants...
USCIS cracking down on VAWA filing abuse
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - February 15, 2026 - 12:00am
The Violence Against Women Act is a law (or program) designed to allow certain aliens to file a self-petition for a green card, where they have a qualifying relationship to a US citizen or lawful permanent...
USCIS checking visitor visa applications for fraud
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - February 8, 2026 - 12:00am
A Filipina mother and her US citizen daughter recently consulted with me after the mother’s adjustment of status was denied because the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) stated she...
Filipino’s tourist visa revoked while on vacation
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - February 1, 2026 - 12:00am
Imagine taking a vacation in the US on your tourist visa to visit family and friends.
Your social media postings could result in visa refusal
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - January 25, 2026 - 12:00am
The US Department of State announced that as of Dec. 15, 2025, US embassies will more intensely examine visa applicants’ “online presence” for H-1B, H4, F, M and J non-immigrants.
The February 2026 priority dates
by Michael J. Gurfinkel - January 18, 2026 - 12:00am
Each month, the Visa Office of the State Department publishes, in the Visa Bulletin, the priority dates for that particular month for the various family and employment-based categories.
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