Congratulations to GT’s Immigration Practice for being recognized by The Legal 500 United States 2026 Edition!
DOS Expands B-1 Business Visitor Eligibility: What the New ‘Specialized Trainer’ Category Means for Employers
The U.S. Department of State has added a new “Specialized Trainer” subcategory to the B-1 business visitor classification, offering multinational companies a clearer framework for bringing foreign experts to the United States to transfer proprietary knowledge to U.S. workers.
What Recent USCIS Data Means for EB-2 NIW, EB-1A Petitioners
Recent data does not foreclose NIW or EB-1A petitions; it reinforces the importance of selecting the appropriate category, presenting a clear and credible record of achievement, and documenting the U.S. benefit with specificity.
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Immigration Insights Episode 26 | I-9 Enforcement Intensifies: What Employers Need to Fix Now
A recent ICE guidance memo has fundamentally changed the I-9 compliance landscape, exposing employers to immediate fines for errors once considered minor. Greenberg Traurig attorneys outline the key risks and steps employers should take to get ahead of enforcement.
Department of State Establishes $750 Fee for Expedited B1/B2 Visa Interview Appointments
The DOS published a temporary final rule amending the Schedule of Fees for Consular Services to establish a new fee for expedited nonimmigrant visa interview appointments.
Court Strikes Down $100,000 H-1B Payment as Unlawful Tax
A Massachusetts federal court has invalidated the $100,000 fee imposed on H‑1B petitions, holding that the measure constituted an unauthorized tax and exceeded executive authority.
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GT’s Immigration & Compliance Practice recognized by Chambers USA 2026 Guide
Greenberg Traurig’s Immigration Practice and seven attorneys are recognized in the Chambers USA 2026 Guide for outstanding legal excellence.
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Immigration Insights Episode 25 | A Discussion of the May 21 USCIS Policy Memorandum on Adjustment of Status
A new USCIS Policy Memorandum signals a major shift in adjustment of status policy, potentially redirecting applicants toward consular processing abroad. GT immigration lawyers break down the implications and offer practical guidance.
Recent Trends in N-400 Applications for U.S. Citizenship: Increased Scrutiny, Longer Adjudications
Recent adjudication trends in N-400 Applications for Naturalization indicate U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services is applying increased scrutiny to applications involving extended travel abroad, tax compliance issues, and criminal history concerns.
New USCIS Policy Memorandum Addresses Adjustment of Status Adjudications
On May 21, 2026, USCIS issued Policy Memorandum PM-602-0199, outlining a change to the adjustment of status process under Form I-485.
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