Ensuring that you and everyone else employed in Miami, Florida, are legally authorized to work is important to the U.S. government. To verify eligibility, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services requires every employer to have new workers fill out Section 1 of...
Miami Immigration & Naturalization Law Blog
When do you need a P-1B visa?
If you are in an entertainment group and you are planning to come to Florida from another country to perform, you may need a P-1B visa. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services states that this visa is for people who are part of an entertainment group but the...
Understanding how association control is transferred
When developers in the Miami-Dade area build a condominium complex, there comes a time when they have to transfer over the control of the association to the members. The Florida Legislature states that there are several guidelines that apply to what the developers...
Can I stop foreclosure once the process has begun?
Getting a notice that your home in Miami-Dade is going to be foreclosed on can be frightening. You may think there is nothing you can do because of your current financial situation but that may not be entirely true.According to RealtyTrac, you still have some options...
What you should know about filing the adjustment of status
The U.S. government provides immigrants in certain situations the ability to file what is known as an adjustment of status. A previous blog post gives a brief explanation of how this can help people become permanent residents. However, there are things that people...
How do I get a P-2 visa?
In order to get a P-2 visa, which is for performing artists who are participating in a reciprocal exchange program, you must gather certain documentation together and then have your American employer or the labor organization that is sponsoring you, fill out the...
Inventory rates for foreclosures still high in Florida
A home is a big investment and many people in the Miami-Dade area often put everything they have into buying one. However, unexpected medical bills, maintenance costs or a job loss could put that dream in jeopardy. If people are unable to make their mortgage, the bank...
Understanding nonimmigrant P visas for athletes
There are many reasons why people desire to come to the United States for a short period of time, but they will need a nonimmigrant visa. A previous blog post provides a brief description of what nonimmigrant visas are. For people in the athletic world, they will need...
What should homeowners know about condominium ownership?
Florida has a high retiree population; as such, there are many condominium complexes available for rent or purchase, which can be a more attractive option to senior citizens than larger homes. For example, if you are looking to downsize and want a smaller residence to...
What is a B-2 visa?
In our recent discussions on nonimmigrant visas, we mentioned that there are different reasons you might temporarily visit Miami, as well as different types of visas for each reason.One common reason you might have for entering the United States without the intent to...

