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What are Your Family and Marriage Green Card Options

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Each step and milestone in the immigration process has its own requirements and possible pitfalls, and knowing what to expect will greatly increase the chances of a successful visa or green card. There are a number of paths to take for the visa process, and taking one wrong step along the way can lead a petitioner to have to start the whole process over again. 

This week host Kaushik Ranchod continues his discussion on the next steps immigrants take after the visa process, possible changes to the Public Charge, and will also cover some of the visa options for couples who are married or engaged. 

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: 

  • [1:54] Options immigrants have after finishing the visa process
  • [4:12] Example case for the visa process
  • [5:26] Public Charge and the Affidavit of Support
  • [6:43] The Public Charge criteria may become more strict soon
  • [7:30] The Adjustment of Status Marriage-Based Green Card
  • [9:21] The K1 Fiance Visa option

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They also help immigrants navigate the complicated immigration process today. Ranchod Law Group has been in business for nearly 20 years in Northern California and serves clients nationwide. Contact Ranchod Law Group today for details on how the firm can help you to solve your immigration challenges. You can visit Ranchod Law Group or call 916-613-3553 or email info@ranchodlaw.com.

 

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What you need to know after you get Your J1 Waiver approved

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Getting the J1 Waiver approved is a big milestone. The process does not end there, however, and some people are not sure what comes next.

This week Kaushik talks about the next steps for those who have had the J1 Exceptional Hardship Waiver approved and need to know what to do following their approval. There are a number of mistakes that some people make, and most of them come down to planning. The issues can be even greater when there are children under the age of 21.

In this episode, Kaushik Ranchod talks about the options that are available after getting a J1, as well as how to apply when your job has not been finalized.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: 

  • [2:51] Your options after you get a J1 Waiver
  • [3:34] Can you apply while your job is pending?
  • [4:45] Options for those under the age of 21
  • [7:31] Cap exemptions

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They also help immigrants navigate the complicated immigration process today. Ranchod Law Group has been in business for nearly 20 years in Northern California and serves clients nationwide. Contact Ranchod Law Group today for details on how the firm can help you to solve your immigration challenges. You can visit Ranchod Law Group or call 916-613-3553 or email info@ranchodlaw.com.

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J1 Conrad 30 Waiver for Physicians

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There are areas of the United States that are known to be “medically underserved”, meaning there is a shortage of talent to fill needed roles in the medical profession. The United States has created a process for immigrants to fill those positions in much-needed areas. Having a lawyer assist in the process can be very important to make sure the process goes as smoothly as possible.  

This week host Kaushik Ranchod is going solo as he goes over the process for filing and complying with the J1 Conrad 30 Waiver for Physicians. 

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: 

  • [2:05] What is a J1 Conrad 30 Waiver, and are there different rules in different states?
  • [4:58] Making sure the contract will be compliant with the J1 waiver
  • [6:32] Requirements for the employing physician
  • [7:22] What to do if you are not in an area that is medically underserved

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They also help immigrants navigate the complicated immigration process today. Ranchod Law Group has been in business for nearly 20 years in Northern California and serves clients nationwide. Contact Ranchod Law Group today for details on how the firm can help you to solve your immigration challenges. You can visit Ranchod Law Group or call 916-613-3553 or email info@ranchodlaw.com.

 

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J-1 Exceptional Hardship Waiver and Why the Visa Process is Taking Longer Now

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Overcoming the challenges inherent to the immigration process is difficult, but the process can be made a lot less stressful through the services of a talented immigration attorney. While the current political climate makes the process a little more complicated, the process can still be completed, especially with professional help.

Melissa Oklan is admitted to the Florida Bar and is an Associate Attorney at the Ranchod Law Group. Melissa exclusively practices immigration and nationality law and has built a successful career assisting immigrants. In fact, Melissa went to Law School precisely to become an immigration attorney, and that passion has fueled her success. Melissa earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Criminal Justice from Florida International University and her Juris Doctor from the University of Miami School of Law. 

In this episode, host Kaushik Ranchod sits down with Melissa to talk about her story and why she became an immigration attorney, what exceptional hardship is, and why the immigration process is taking longer than is used to.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: 

  • [2:06] Melissa’ background and why she became an immigration attorney
  • [6:07] What is a J-1 Waiver, and how to get one
  • [8:00] The latest changes to immigration in the Trump Administration
  • [11:31] What is “exceptional hardship”?
  • [17:22] The J-1 Hardship Waiver is taking longer than it used to
  • [19:10] What Melissa likes most about taking these cases

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They also help immigrants navigate the complicated immigration process today. Ranchod Law Group has been in business for nearly 20 years in Northern California and serves clients nationwide. Contact Ranchod Law Group today for details on how the firm can help you to solve your immigration challenges. You can visit Ranchod Law Group or call 916-613-3553 or email info@ranchodlaw.com.

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The contents of this post and podcast episode are intended to convey general information only and not to provide legal advice or opinions. The contents of this podcast and show notes, and the posting and listening of the information in this podcast and in these show notes, should not be construed as, and should not be relied upon for, legal or tax advice in any particular circumstance or fact situation.  The information presented on this podcast may not reflect the most current legal developments. No action should be taken in reliance on the information contained in this podcast and we disclaim all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this site to the fullest extent permitted by law. An attorney should be contacted for advice on specific legal issues.

 

Discovering Talent in Immigration with Scott Orn

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There are many things that contribute to the success of a company. The element most common across differing industries is people. This week’s guest knows that as well as anyone.

Scott Orn is in control of Operations at Kruze Consulting, an emerging Startup CFO Consulting company in the San Francisco area. Kruze works with over 160 startup clients. Scott also runs the Venture Debt Consulting practice at the company. He is also the publisher of the Founders & Friends Podcast, the show that interviews Startup CEOs and investors. 

This week host Kaushik Ranchod sits down with Scott Orn to talk about finding success with immigrant talent, the importance of people in the success of an organization, and how to balance home and work life when you work with your partner.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • [1:44] How Scott joined Kruze Consulting and the reason for their rapid growth
  • [6:56] The success of using immigrant workforce at Kruze Consulting
  • [9:38] Scott’s early career
  • [14:40] The value of using immigrant talent
  • [17:39] Sponsoring immigrants who are going through the visa process
  • [20:20] People are one of the most important parts of a successful business
  • [22:18] Scott’s strategies for the highest success when hiring immigrant talent
  • [26:00] Challenges that Scott has had to overcome
  • [28:35] How to separate work life from home life when working with your partner
  • [34:14] Final thoughts from Scott

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They also help immigrants navigate the complicated immigration process today. Ranchod Law Group has been in business for nearly 20 years in Northern California and serves clients nationwide. Contact Ranchod Law Group today for details on how the firm can help you to solve your immigration challenges. You can visit Ranchod Law Group or call 916-613-3553 or email info@ranchodlaw.com.

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How an Iranian Immigrant Found Success in The United States

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The visa process for coming to the United States can be challenging, but that doesn’t mean success stories aren’t plentiful. It would be hard to find a better example than this week’s guest, Reza Rofougaran. 

Reza Rofougaran is the Co-Chief Executive Officer, Founder, and Chief Technology Officer for Movandi, a privately held company that has set out to revolutionize 5G around the world. Reza is also a Board Member for the company. Reza founded Innovent Systems, Inc in 1998, where he was instrumental in a host of innovations in wireless connectivity. 

This week host Kaushik Ranchod welcomes Reza Rofougaran to talk about Reza’s experiences in the visa process, the difficulties of obtaining an H-1 visa, and how Reza came to have 859 patents. 

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn: 

  • [2:41] Background on Reza Rofougaran and how he came to America, and the Visa process he went through
  • [9:20] Reza’s experience hiring immigrants through the Visa process
  • [14:29] Smaller businesses have trouble paying the wage rates that large companies can 
  • [15:35] Reza’s biggest success in his company
  • [17:44] The 859 patents Reza has
  • [19:16] Challenges Reza has overcome
  • [22: 10] People come to the United States come to be successful and contribute to the greatness of the company

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They also help immigrants navigate the complicated immigration process today. Ranchod Law Group has been in business for nearly 20 years in Northern California and serves clients nationwide. Contact Ranchod Law Group today for details on how the firm can help you to solve your immigration challenges. You can visit Ranchod Law Group or call 916-613-3553 or email info@ranchodlaw.com.

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The contents of this post and podcast episode are intended to convey general information only and not to provide legal advice or opinions. The contents of this podcast and show notes, and the posting and listening of the information in this podcast and in these show notes, should not be construed as, and should not be relied upon for, legal or tax advice in any particular circumstance or fact situation.  The information presented on this podcast may not reflect the most current legal developments. No action should be taken in reliance on the information contained in this podcast and we disclaim all liability in respect to actions taken or not taken based on any or all of the contents of this site to the fullest extent permitted by law. An attorney should be contacted for advice on specific legal issues.