Green Card

Could receiving public benefits affect your green card application? In his September 12, 2026 video, immigration attorney James Martin discusses the public charge changes scheduled to take effect on September 18, 2026, and explains why applicants should understand their circumstances before making decisions. His central message is straightforward: receiving public assistance does not automatically mean

Many lawful permanent residents believe that once they obtain a Green Card, their immigration status is completely secure. While a Green Card provides significant protections, it does not offer the same legal protections as U.S. citizenship. One of the questions immigration attorneys are hearing more frequently in 2026 is: Can a Green Card holders be

A new USCIS policy memo is sending shockwaves through the immigration community. According to immigration attorney James Martin, the Trump administration has announced a significant shift in how Adjustment of Status applications may be handled moving forward. If implemented as written, the policy could make it substantially more difficult for many immigrants already living in

In 2026, applying for a marriage-based green card is no longer a simple paperwork exercise. Cases are being reviewed more carefully. Interviews are more detailed. Requests for Evidence (RFEs) are more common. Yet one fact remains unchanged: real marriages with properly prepared applications continue to be approved every day. If you are planning to apply for

Immigration policy in the United States continues to evolve under the Trump administration. While many are calling them “new” Green Card rules, the truth is that these are long-standing laws being re-emphasized and enforced with much greater intensity. If you are in the process of applying for permanent residence or sponsoring someone for a Green Card,

If you’re looking to secure a Green Card and stay in the United States permanently, 2025 might be the year to make that dream a reality. As James Martin, an experienced immigration attorney, explains in his latest video, there are four primary ways to become a legal permanent resident and live and work in the U.S. without worrying about