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Ellen Freeman in the News – September 2026
Managing Partner Ellen Freeman regularly acts as an expert contributor for local and national news outlets. See below for recent articles featuring Ellen: Ukrainian family
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Ellen Freeman & Valerie Mahoney Recognized by Best Lawyers in America
Ellen Freeman Immigration Law Group is pleased to announce two distinguished honors in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers in America, recognizing the firm’s continued
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Trump Issues Further Executive Orders on Birthright Citizenship
Addressing birthright citizenship and birth tourism remains a priority for the Trump Administration. On June 30th, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in Trump
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ICE Issues Message that CPT Must be Integral to Curriculum
On August 12, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) issued a broadcast message to all Designated School Officials (“DSOs”) reminding them of their responsibilities and
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New Compliance Obligations for Students and Exchange Visitors
Beginning September 15, 2026, U.S. Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) will replace Duration of Status (“D/S”) with a fixed admitted until date for all F
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USCIS May Require Electronic Filing
The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) has introduced an interim final rule (“IFR” or “proposed rule”) that authorizes U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) to
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Realignment of US Visa Services in Africa to Regional Hubs
Effective August 1, 2026, the US Department of State (DOS) realigned routine US visa services across Africa to regional visa hubs. This change affects all
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USCIS Expands Online Filing Options
USCIS continues its push toward a more digital‑first system by expanding online filing options to additional forms, including several Form I‑129, I‑539, and I‑765 categories.
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USCIS Premium Processing Delays Summer 2026
For some beneficiaries and petitioners with premium processing cases filed from June 17, 2026, to June 19, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ (USCIS) premium
Changes to Student Visa Regulations – F-1, J-1 Visa Changes
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a final rule eliminating Duration of Status (D/S) for F visa students, J visa exchange visitors, and
Local Press
Ellen Freeman in the News – September 2026
Managing Partner Ellen Freeman regularly acts as an expert contributor for local and national news outlets. See below for recent articles featuring Ellen: Ukrainian family
Other Articles
Ellen Freeman & Valerie Mahoney Recognized by Best Lawyers in America
Ellen Freeman Immigration Law Group is pleased to announce two distinguished honors in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers in America, recognizing the firm’s continued
Other Articles
Trump Issues Further Executive Orders on Birthright Citizenship
Addressing birthright citizenship and birth tourism remains a priority for the Trump Administration. On June 30th, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision in Trump
Other Articles
ICE Issues Message that CPT Must be Integral to Curriculum
On August 12, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) issued a broadcast message to all Designated School Officials (“DSOs”) reminding them of their responsibilities and
Other Articles
New Compliance Obligations for Students and Exchange Visitors
Beginning September 15, 2026, U.S. Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) will replace Duration of Status (“D/S”) with a fixed admitted until date for all F
Other Articles
USCIS May Require Electronic Filing
The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) has introduced an interim final rule (“IFR” or “proposed rule”) that authorizes U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) to
Other Articles
Realignment of US Visa Services in Africa to Regional Hubs
Effective August 1, 2026, the US Department of State (DOS) realigned routine US visa services across Africa to regional visa hubs. This change affects all
Other Articles
USCIS Expands Online Filing Options
USCIS continues its push toward a more digital‑first system by expanding online filing options to additional forms, including several Form I‑129, I‑539, and I‑765 categories.
Other Articles
USCIS Premium Processing Delays Summer 2026
For some beneficiaries and petitioners with premium processing cases filed from June 17, 2026, to June 19, 2026, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ (USCIS) premium
Changes to Student Visa Regulations – F-1, J-1 Visa Changes
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a final rule eliminating Duration of Status (D/S) for F visa students, J visa exchange visitors, and
