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Readers’ questions
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - February 18, 2024 - 12:00am
This week I received a few questions from readers and clients regarding their immigration situation. Let’s discuss them here:
Should immigrants have a will?
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - December 10, 2023 - 12:00am
This week I had a meeting with a couple who has long been living in New York but have still maintained close ties in the Philippines.
Transferring your case to another US Consulate
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - November 12, 2023 - 12:00am
Ramon works as an architect at a construction company in Qatar.
Biden builds border wall
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - October 8, 2023 - 12:00am
In a stunning turnaround of his administration's official policy.
Power of Attorney
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - September 24, 2023 - 12:00am
I am often asked to draft and notarize documents such as contracts, memorandum of agreements, and most commonly, powers of attorney.
Making corrections in previously submitted forms
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - September 3, 2023 - 12:00am
Jane submitted a greencard application based upon an approved spousal petition filed by her husband, Joe. In her Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, she answered all pertinent...
Telephonic conference during USCIS interviews
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - August 27, 2023 - 12:00am
As you may know, immigration laws in the US are enacted by the federal legislative branch --the US Congress, and as such its power and reach impacts all over the country executed and exercised by the administrative...
Requesting a fee waiver
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - August 13, 2023 - 12:00am
Majority of the operations of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is funded largely by application and petition fees submitted to it. So anytime you file an application for naturalization,...
Deportation order in absentia
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - August 6, 2023 - 12:00am
Nida, a native from the Philippines met and married John, a US citizen, while she was in New York.
USCIS now accepts online rescheduling of biometrics appointments
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - July 9, 2023 - 12:00am
As many of you know, there are certain applications filed at USCIS that require the applicant to appear before a designated local district office for biometrics appointment.
Latest US SC decision on immigration
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - July 2, 2023 - 12:00am
Last week, the US Supreme Court issued a decision on immigration that upholds the Biden's administration policy on setting guidelines on whom immigration authorities can enforce arrest and deportation.
USCIS updates (Part 2)
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - June 23, 2023 - 12:00am
This is continued from last week’s article about a few important updates from USCIS which should be of interest to readers.
USCIS updates (Part 1)
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - June 18, 2023 - 12:00am
This week we feature a few important updates from USCIS that should be of interest to our readers.
Never bite the hand that feeds you
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - June 4, 2023 - 12:00am
What happens when you are on a student visa then your sponsor decides to discontinue supporting your education?
Things to consider before relocating  to the Philippines
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - May 28, 2023 - 12:00am
John sought me out the other day in order to help him in his dilemma.
Tourist visa for a family member’s death
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - May 21, 2023 - 12:00am
I got a phone call the other day from Rico who wanted to come to the US because his sister unexpectedly passed away.
Chaos at the US southern border
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - May 14, 2023 - 12:00am
This week, the US southern border was in chaos after a Trump-era policy, Title 42, expired.
USCIS updates
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - April 23, 2023 - 12:00am
This week, let us keep abreast of the latest policies issued by USCIS that would affect most of our immigrants and those who intend to come.
Returning Resident Visa
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - April 16, 2023 - 12:00am
Around December 2019, Raul and Jean, both in their seventies went to the Philippines from the US in order to take a long and well-deserved break.
Holy Week in America
by Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin - April 9, 2023 - 12:00am
Happy Easter to each and every one of the loyal readers of this column. May the risen Lord bring you hope and peace amidst any hardships and tribulations you find yourself in.
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