Performing Entertainers Visa What do the Beatles, Heidi Klum, and the National Acrobats of The People’s Republic of China have in common? In order to perform in the United States, they had to get approval from the government. All foreign artists and entertainers who want to work in America must go through the United States […]
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The U.S. has special treaties related to commerce with a number of countries. These treaties allow individuals from such countries who need to travel to the U.S. for substantial trade and business- related activities to obtain Treaty Trader (E-1) or Treaty Investor (E-2) visas. Requirements: E-1 Treaty TraderIndividuals from qualifying treaty countries who want to […]
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Certain foreign countries are designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). This can occur when conditions in that country temporarily prevent the country’s nationals from returning safely; for example, when a country is experiencing armed conflict, an environmental disaster or an epidemic, it might be designated for TPS. Sometimes, a […]
Continue reading…Isaacs, Devasia, Castro & Wien LLP – Family Law Attorneys
Family ties are thought to be the most private and enduring relationships in society. As most can attest, however, these relationships are rarely free from conflict. When domestic issues cannot be solved within the home, family law seeks to restore order and provide a fair solution for all parties involved. For many, family law is […]
Continue reading…Isaacs, Devasia, Castro & Wien LLP – Divorce Mediation Attorneys
For most people, going through a divorce is an absolutely terrible experience. The legal process of divorce can be emotionally, not to mention financially, draining. Divorce mediation is becoming an increasingly popular way to resolve issues in a divorce in a less adversarial manner which can reduce stress and yield more mutually beneficial results. In […]
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The goal of any firm is to make divorce (or ending other long-term relationships) as simple and painless as possible so clients can move on with their lives. The divorce process requires considering a number of factors including division of assets, spousal support and child custody and support. Division of Assets Dividing the property of […]
Continue reading…Isaacs, Devasia, Castro & Wien LLP – Domestic Violence Attorneys
Being convicted of a domestic violence charge can have long lasting negative effects on your ability to obtain employment, own a firearm or even see your children. If you have been charged with the crime of assault or battery against a family member, you must meet with a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible […]
Continue reading…Isaacs, Devasia, Castro & Wien LLP – Guardianship Attorneys
For some members of our society, legal protection may be necessary even after they have entered adulthood. These individuals may have been injured in an accident, continue to suffer from an incapacitating physical illness or psychological disorder, or have some other condition that prevents them from caring for themselves. In these cases, a guardianship may […]
Continue reading…Isaacs, Devasia, Castro & Wien LLP – Estate Planning Attorneys
While nobody wants to think about death or disability, establishing an estate plan is one of the most important steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones. Proper estate planning not only puts you in charge of your finances, it can also spare your loved ones of the expense, delay and frustration […]
Continue reading…Isaacs, Devasia, Castro & Wien LLP – Trusts & Estate Planning Attorneys
Many people have preconceived notions about trusts and believe that they are only for multi-millionaires who wish to leave large trust funds to their children. However, this is far from the truth; trusts can be invaluable tools in the estate plans of millions of individuals. Trusts are simply an arrangement where one party holds property […]
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