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The biggest mistake in CSPA eligibility

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | November 3, 2024 - 12:00am

The Child Status Protection Act provides “aged-out” protection for children who turn 21 years of age.

Opinion

New hope for CSPA age out children

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | March 21, 2021 - 12:00am

The Child Status Protection Act is complex, confusing and can be extremely frustrating.

Opinion

How come the consul said my child ‘aged out’?

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | July 7, 2019 - 12:00am

My sister petitioned me back in 1997, when my child was still a baby. Recently, the priority date became current. We paid all the fees and submitted all the forms on behalf of my family, including my child, who is...

Opinion

Mother’s eight-month delay in filing petition causes extra 12-year wait for daughter

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | June 30, 2019 - 12:00am

I recently had a consultation where a mother’s confusion and lack of understanding of immigration law resulted in her delaying filing a petition for her minor child for approximately eight months.

Opinion

A little knowledge can be dangerous

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | September 28, 2014 - 12:00am

Despite having only limited knowledge or understanding of immigration laws, some people attempt to strategize and handle their immigration case on their own. They follow the advice of friends or relatives or listen...

Opinion

Don’t wait for the govt to remind you about your rights, benefits, and deadlines

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | June 1, 2014 - 12:00am

Recently, a woman consulted with me about her brother’s immigration situation. Years ago, their father petitioned both of them while their father was still an immigrant. The father later naturalized, resulting...

Opinion

Relief and benefits available while waiting for immigration reform

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | February 2, 2014 - 12:00am

In a previous article, I discussed various forms of immigration relief and benefits that are available now, which you (or your children) could be eligible. Here are some more of the now — existing benefits...

Opinion

Is a new family petition faster than waiting for your pending case?

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | November 10, 2013 - 12:00am

I was able to receive my green card, but then the priority date on my petition retrogressed (went backwards) before I was able to bring my family from the Philippines. I have now been waiting several years, and the...

Opinion

Parent’s naturalization dooms child’s CSPA eligibility

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | September 8, 2013 - 12:00am

The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) has ruled that a parent who naturalized after his or her child’s 21st birthday destroyed that child’s eligibility for benefits under the Child Status Protection...

Opinion

Don’t take chances with your child’s immigration future

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | September 1, 2013 - 12:00am

Most people immigrate to the US in order to make a better life and future for their children. Therefore, it surprises me when some people take such risks and chances in connection with their children’s immigration...

Opinion