O-1 Visa Consultation Pitfalls for Filmmakers: Why Experienced Counsel Matters More Than Ever
For filmmakers navigating the U.S. immigration system, the O-1 visa offers a powerful pathway – but one with traps that even the most accomplished applicants can fall into. At Buda Law Group, we frequently work with emerging filmmakers on the festival circuit-including recent film school graduates seeking to transition to a work visa from Optional […]
Your Extraordinary Ability Can Open More Doors, thanks to New O-1 Policy
Recent updates clarify that extraordinary ability spans related occupations—good news for coaches, producers, and first-time directors alike.
USCIS Is Now Screening Social Media for “Antisemitic Activity”: What Immigrants Need to Know
In a major policy shift announced last week, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has begun screening social media accounts for antisemitic content
Navigating EB-5 Changes and the Proposed “Gold Card” Program: Why You Need Experienced Immigration Counsel
On February 25,2025 President Trump revealed a strong new immigration policy known as the “Gold Card” visa program. This new policy could modify the U.S. investment immigration environment.
Understanding the Laken Riley Act: What Immigrants Need to Know
As an immigration attorney, I have spent years helping individuals and families navigate the complex U.S. immigration system.
ICE Arrests Palestinian Activist
Federal immigration authorities arrested Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and former Columbia University graduate student, on Saturday night in his university-owned apartment in New York
DOJ Memo Updates H1B Enforcement
A Department of Justice (DOJ) memo dated February 5, 2025, from Attorney General Pam Bondi directs federal prosecutors to prioritize immigration-related cases, signaling a tougher stance on enforcement. This shift could significantly impact employers, who may now face criminal charges—rather than just administrative penalties—for employing undocumented immigrants or even mishandling cases involving H-1B visa holders. […]