The Columbus Field Office approved an I-130/485 marriage-based case filed by Stacy Cozart Martin. The couple received the Green Card within the same week of the approval. We are so excited for them!
DACA Renewal for a Student in One Week
Although initial DACA applications are still on hold, Attorney Stacy Cozart Martin was able to secure a DACA renewal for a student in less than one week. This will allow them to continue their studies and work.
Motions to Reopen/Reconsider (I-290B) Approvals
Stacy Cozart Martin received two approvals on Motions to Reopen/Reconsider (I-290B) filed for I-140 Immigrant Visa Petitions. Both were reviewed and approved in less than 20 days. The petitions were based upon errors made by USCIS.
EAD Valid for Five Years
Attorney Daniel Natalie recently secured approval of an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) request for a Mexican national client of MJB Immigration residing in Columbus, Ohio. The Employment Authorization Document is valid for five (5) years, and will allow the client to work and obtain a driver’s license while awaiting a final decision on a pending …
Physician National Interest Waiver
MJB Immigration attorney Evan Hunt represented a corporate client who wished to secure a Physician National Interest Waiver (NIW) for a physician committed to practicing medicine in an underserved area. Attorney Hunt prepared and filed the NIW, which was approved. This NIW now allows the physician to be ready to obtain permanent residency upon completion …
Upgrade from L-1B to L-1A following promotion
Attorney Evan Hunt recently represented a company and their international transferee who had initially entered the United States as an L-1B holder under a Blanket L Petition. After some time, he was promoted to a managerial role. Given the fact that his new role was materially different from the initial role, a change of status …
EAD Extensions for Asylum Applicants
A family of Venezuelan nationals who are clients of MJB Immigration residing in Columbus, Ohio are recipients of new Employment Authorization Documents valid for five (5) years. MJB Immigration Attorney Daniel Natalie represented the clients in the applications for renewals. The applications were approved very quickly and will allow the family to continue working and …
H2B Filings for Landscaping Companies
It is time for 2025 H-2B cases to proceed. MJB Immigration’s attorney Stacy Cozart Martin is representing a number of landscaping organizations seeking temporary employees for this year. She recently filed H-2B cases for landscapers to be considered during the 2025 cap season. The H-2B is used for seasonal, one-time or peak load occupations employing …
PERM Approvals in Bulk
The Department of Labor (DOL) has been approving PERM applications filed in September of 2023. MJB Immigration’s lead Labor Certification / PERM attorney Stacy Cozart Martin recently received numerous PERM approvals for physicians, engineers as well as managers working throughout the United States. These cases are all moving forward to the I-140 Immigrant Visa Petition …
Combined I-751 and Naturalization in Columbus
Attorney Stacy Cozart Martin represented a same-sex couple at the Columbus USCIS for both their I-751 Removal of Conditions and the N-400 Naturalization Application. The USCIS Officer approved the I-751 on site and the Mexican national client is now in the process of being scheduled for their Oath Ceremony in the near future!
O-1 Visa Petition approval for a Synthetic Chemist
Attorney Evan Hunt secured an O-1 Visa Petition approval for a Synthetic Chemist this past month. The individual is now able to continue conducting their groundbreaking research and further the United States’ biomedical field!
Physician National Interest Waiver Approval
After securing a J-1 Waiver for a physician-client last cycle through the Southeast Crescent Regional Commission, Attorney Evan Hunt was able to successfully apply for a Physician National Interest Waiver (NIW), allowing our client to receive their lawful permanent residence upon completion of their time working in the underserved area. As an added bonus, the …
