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Jonathan Wasden has successfully overturned critical H1B memos, such as the Itinerary and Employer-Employee relationship Neufeld Memos of 2010. Notably, the ITServe vs. USCIS/CISNNA Case resulted in a pivotal March 10, 2020, District Court opinion that repudiated key USCIS actions and a May 20, 2020, judge’s opinion in Georgia that ruled against USCIS policies. Forbes
Jon served with the US Department of Justice, Office of Immigration Litigation-District Court Section, where he defended immigration regulations & decisions under the Administrative Procedure Act, and worked with the DHS Administrative Appeals Office (AAO), focusing on employment-based legal issues and advising on litigation in these areas.
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Justin Rivera is currently serving as a Senior Immigration Attorney at Wasden Immigration Litigation. His passion lies in helping individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of immigration law, ensuring they achieve the best possible outcomes.
Proven Track Record: With years of experience at top law firms and the Texas Attorney General’s office, Justin brings a wealth of knowledge and a history of success in immigration law. Client-Centered Approach: Justin’s clients’ needs are his top priority. He provides personalized legal solutions tailored to each unique situation, ensuring the best possible outcomes.
Big win for H-1B visa holders Big win for H-1B visa holders: In their lawsuit, the aggrieved H-1B visa holders sought two things. Firstly, they wanted any finding of fraud or misrepresentation again...
A new lawsuit argues U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services was unfair to international students and H-1B applicants by declaring them inadmissible without the chance to respond t...
Big win for H-1B visa holders Big win for H-1B visa holders: In their lawsuit, the aggrieved H-1B visa holders sought two things. Firstly, they wanted any finding of fraud or misrepresentation again...
A US district court lifts sanctions on over 90 foreign nationals, many Indian, previously denied US re-entry due to OPT fraud by former employers. Victims can now live and work in the US, their...
Big win for H-1B visa holders Big win for H-1B visa holders: In their lawsuit, the aggrieved H-1B visa holders sought two things. Firstly, they wanted any finding of fraud or misrepresentation again...
A new lawsuit argues U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services was unfair to international students and H-1B applicants by declaring them inadmissible without the chance to respond t...
Big win for H-1B visa holders Big win for H-1B visa holders: In their lawsuit, the aggrieved H-1B visa holders sought two things. Firstly, they wanted any finding of fraud or misrepresentation again...
A US district court lifts sanctions on over 90 foreign nationals, many Indian, previously denied US re-entry due to OPT fraud by former employers. Victims can now live and work in the US, their...
Big win for H-1B visa holders Big win for H-1B visa holders: In their lawsuit, the aggrieved H-1B visa holders sought two things. Firstly, they wanted any finding of fraud or misrepresentation again...
A new lawsuit argues U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services was unfair to international students and H-1B applicants by declaring them inadmissible without the chance to respond t...
Facing a fraud finding by USCIS can be one of the most daunting challenges for immigrants. With the potential to jeopardize employment status, visa renewals, and future immigration processes, understanding your options is critical. This...
Immigration processes can be complex, especially when facing issues like fraud findings from the USCIS. If you’ve been impacted by such findings, you may be wondering what your next steps should be. In this article,...
Immigration challenges, especially with H-1B visa applications, can be overwhelming. For those facing issues with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), such as Requests for Evidence (RFEs) or even denials, understanding the legal...
Consular processing is a critical pathway for individuals seeking to obtain U.S. visas from abroad. However, applicants often encounter delays that can disrupt personal and professional plans. Understanding the causes of these delays and the...
Understanding U.S. immigration can be complex and stressful, especially when faced with secondary inspections at the port of entry. Proper preparation and understanding of the legal process can help you minimize risks and ensure a...
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has recently circulated a cable outlining stricter criteria for visa applicants, especially focusing on F, M, and J student visas. These new guidelines, which include enhanced social media vetting,...
In a crucial development for immigration and employment compliance, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has recently updated Section 7.4.2 of the Handbook for Employers (M-274) to align with a final rule published in...
Understanding the complexities of immigration law can be overwhelming, especially when facing an uncertain future in a foreign country. When legal challenges arise, having an experienced immigration attorney can be the difference between success and...
The Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) has announced that, starting March 20, 2025, it will begin deleting records from the Foreign Labor Application Gateway (FLAG) system that have a final determination date older than...
Facing a fraud finding by USCIS can be one of the most daunting challenges for immigrants. With the potential to jeopardize employment status, visa renewals, and future immigration processes, understanding your options is critical. This...
Immigration processes can be complex, especially when facing issues like fraud findings from the USCIS. If you’ve been impacted by such findings, you may be wondering what your next steps should be. In this article,...
Immigration challenges, especially with H-1B visa applications, can be overwhelming. For those facing issues with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), such as Requests for Evidence (RFEs) or even denials, understanding the legal...
Consular processing is a critical pathway for individuals seeking to obtain U.S. visas from abroad. However, applicants often encounter delays that can disrupt personal and professional plans. Understanding the causes of these delays and the...
Understanding U.S. immigration can be complex and stressful, especially when faced with secondary inspections at the port of entry. Proper preparation and understanding of the legal process can help you minimize risks and ensure a...
The U.S. Department of State (DOS) has recently circulated a cable outlining stricter criteria for visa applicants, especially focusing on F, M, and J student visas. These new guidelines, which include enhanced social media vetting,...
In a crucial development for immigration and employment compliance, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has recently updated Section 7.4.2 of the Handbook for Employers (M-274) to align with a final rule published in...
Understanding the complexities of immigration law can be overwhelming, especially when facing an uncertain future in a foreign country. When legal challenges arise, having an experienced immigration attorney can be the difference between success and...
The Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) has announced that, starting March 20, 2025, it will begin deleting records from the Foreign Labor Application Gateway (FLAG) system that have a final determination date older than...
Facing a fraud finding by USCIS can be one of the most daunting challenges for immigrants. With the potential to jeopardize employment status, visa renewals, and future immigration processes, understanding your options is critical. This...
In 2018 the Trump administration created a new mandatory requirement that H-1B employers engaged in third party placement to prove the existence of guaranteed specific work projects for the duration of the requested visa validity
in 2019 the Trump administration unsuccessfully attempted to use the legal process to remove the regulation allowing H-4 EADs. They then created a biometric requirement of all Form I-539 applicants. Processing times of H-4 and
As part of the fight for H-4 and L-2 employment authorization Wasden Law filed suit alleging USCIS violated the statute by not giving L-2s employment authorization “incident to status.” Wasden Law also argued that USCIS
In 2018 the Department of Homeland Security published a new rule prohibiting third party placement for F-1 students on OPT/CPT. However, they did not go through the required “notice and comment process.” Wasden Law filed
In 2018 the Trump administration created a new mandatory requirement that H-1B employers engaged in third party placement to prove the existence of guaranteed specific work projects for the duration of the requested visa validity
in 2019 the Trump administration unsuccessfully attempted to use the legal process to remove the regulation allowing H-4 EADs. They then created a biometric requirement of all Form I-539 applicants. Processing times of H-4 and
As part of the fight for H-4 and L-2 employment authorization Wasden Law filed suit alleging USCIS violated the statute by not giving L-2s employment authorization “incident to status.” Wasden Law also argued that USCIS
In 2018 the Department of Homeland Security published a new rule prohibiting third party placement for F-1 students on OPT/CPT. However, they did not go through the required “notice and comment process.” Wasden Law filed
In 2018 the Trump administration created a new mandatory requirement that H-1B employers engaged in third party placement to prove the existence of guaranteed specific work projects for the duration of the requested visa validity
in 2019 the Trump administration unsuccessfully attempted to use the legal process to remove the regulation allowing H-4 EADs. They then created a biometric requirement of all Form I-539 applicants. Processing times of H-4 and
Recognized across a broad range of transactional, disputes, regulatory, and industry categories, Latham earned 73 Band 1 practice rankings and the highest number of lawyers ranked in the guide.
Chambers USA 2024
Recognized across a broad range of transactional, disputes, regulatory, and industry categories, Latham earned 73 Band 1 practice rankings and the highest number of lawyers ranked in the guide.
Chambers USA 2024
Recognized across a broad range of transactional, disputes, regulatory, and industry categories, Latham earned 73 Band 1 practice rankings and the highest number of lawyers ranked in the guide.
Chambers USA 2024
Recognized across a broad range of transactional, disputes, regulatory, and industry categories, Latham earned 73 Band 1 practice rankings and the highest number of lawyers ranked in the guide.
Chambers USA 2024
Recognized across a broad range of transactional, disputes, regulatory, and industry categories, Latham earned 73 Band 1 practice rankings and the highest number of lawyers ranked in the guide.
Chambers USA 2024
Recognized across a broad range of transactional, disputes, regulatory, and industry categories, Latham earned 73 Band 1 practice rankings and the highest number of lawyers ranked in the guide.
Chambers USA 2024
Recognized across a broad range of transactional, disputes, regulatory, and industry categories, Latham earned 73 Band 1 practice rankings and the highest number of lawyers ranked in the guide.
Chambers USA 2024
Recognized across a broad range of transactional, disputes, regulatory, and industry categories, Latham earned 73 Band 1 practice rankings and the highest number of lawyers ranked in the guide.
Chambers USA 2024