Tahmina Watson
Posts by Tahmina Watson
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The H-1B Visa Program Needs Thoughtful And Urgent Reform
Reforming the H-1B program is urgently necessary for America because it has the potential to affect our economic growth.
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Experiencing An Active Shooter Situation
One officer yelled, ‘Hands up.’ It didn’t register, so we looked at them blankly. We were so confused.
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2019 Millennial Attorney Report Is Here!
2019 Millennial Attorney Report Is Here!
The report explores changing law firm dynamics and highlights any generational differences between younger lawyers and their more experienced counterparts. Download here for full findings.
The report explores changing law firm dynamics and highlights any generational differences between younger lawyers and their more experienced counterparts. Download here for full findings.
Above the Law
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USCIS-Proposed Fee Increase With New Additional Asylum Costs Will Hurt Businesses
USCIS is underfunded and has called for significant fee increases across almost all immigration forms.
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This was one of my most significant victories to date because of its unprecedented nature.
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The 60-day clock starts running on the day someone gets their final paycheck.
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How Harnessing International Talent Can Help Drive Economic Growth
As we enter another, possibly worse recession, immigrant talent can bring economic growth to American cities everywhere.
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The Case For Paying Stipends To Immigration Lawyers Doing Pro Bono Work
It has become necessary to revive the conversation around paying immigration lawyers to freely give of their knowledge, time, and compassion.
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The Triple Whammy Of Delays Affecting International Travel For New U.S. Citizens
The processing of citizenship cases has been severely backlogged. Now, it’s anywhere between 18 and 24 months.
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Recapturing Of Unused Visas Is An Economic Necessity For America
Our broken immigration law for skilled professionals must be reformed.
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Becoming a Data-Driven Law Firm
Becoming a Data-Driven Law Firm
Learn how to use digital tools to offer unique data insights, and be better equipped to meet your firm’s goals
Learn how to use digital tools to offer unique data insights, and be better equipped to meet your firm’s goals
Clio
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Through Tears And Laughter, Celebrating America With My Clients
Over the years, I have had the true privilege of hearing screeches, screams, laughter, happy sobbing, happy crying, laughter while crying, and ugly crying when I have had the pleasure of telling my clients their immigration case had been approved.
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DACA Entrepreneurs Must Have A Path To Citizenship
Entrepreneurs who are DACA recipients, specifically, are a category of people who can help boost the U.S. economy
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The E-2 Visa And Its Potential To Boost The US Economy
The E-2 visa can be used in any business and in any industry.
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Policy Alert: EAD Extension For Immigrants
Five hundred forty days of automatic work authorization extensions will benefit all.
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An Immigration Blueprint For Businesses To Hire Skilled Professional Ukrainian Refugees
U.S. business leaders can form a coalition to create an immigration-friendly ecosystem to provide employment for this population, while also helping each other.
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USCIS Promises To Clear Backlogs
This backlog is unprecedented. It is life-hindering for applicants.
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Work Visa Options To Consider For Ukrainian Nationals
On March 24, the Biden administration unveiled plans to expedite the refugee program that would enable 100,000 Ukrainian nationals into the United States.
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Ukraine: Why TPS Alone Is Not Enough
The United States swiftly granted Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Ukraine and that is commendable. Yet, it is not enough.
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3 Ways US Immigration Laws Can Help During Ukrainian Crisis
While world leaders struggle to find diplomatic solutions, lives are being lost in Ukraine.
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New USCIS Mission Statement Gives Hope
For USCIS to perform its mission with respect is an action of love and demonstrates how organizations can show love.
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The Immigration Journey Of An Entrepreneur
From Initial U.S. work visa to sweet exit deal and why we need a startup visa.
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MLK Day, Advocacy, And The Power Of Love
If we want to change society, if we want to see changes big or small, we need to have more love.
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How Birding Made Me A Better Lawyer
Find something outside of your daily practice of the law to feed your soul.
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Desperate Afghan Nationals Face Humanitarian Parole Denials
The Biden administration should consider compassionate policies for such a desperate and vulnerable group of people.
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Work Authorization Victory For Spouses Of Visa Holders
The settlement is a welcome reprieve, but more is still needed.
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How Secure Is Your Technology?
How Secure Is Your Technology?
Discover how Locks Law used cloud technology to increase data security (better than ever before), stay organized, save on operational costs, and more. Case Study, download here.
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