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DMCA Partner Paul Hunker at his panel at the 48th annual UT Conference on Immigration and Nationality Law in Austin, Texas.

Howdy Austin! DMCA Partner Paul Hunker is currently in Austin, Texas, attending the 48th annual UT Conference on Immigration and Nationality Law. Tomorrow, he will discuss how deferred action statuses such as parole, TPS, and DACA can serve as pathways to lawful permanent residence.

With extensive experience and a devoted team of attorneys like Mary O’Rourke based out of Houston, Texas, we are dedicated to assisting other legal professionals at every stage of the immigration process. DMCA is equipped to support other attorneys in navigating the complexities of immigration law, providing expert guidance and resources tailored to their needs. Our collaborative approach ensures that each case is handled with the utmost care and precision, fostering a supportive environment where both clients and legal professionals feel confident and informed. Together, we strive to achieve successful outcomes and make the immigration journey smoother for everyone involved.

DMCA Partners Lance Curtright and Marisol Pérez recently spoke at the annual conference of The Organization of Bar Investigators (OBI), focusing on Immigration and the Regulation of the Immigration Legal Profession. The OBI planning committee sent them a thank you letter, expressing their appreciation. The letter emphasized the thoughtful contributions made by Lance and Marisol, acknowledging how their expertise fostered valuable insights and sparked meaningful discussions among legal professionals. Their engagement at the conference underscored DMCA's dedication to fostering a collaborative environment where legal practitioners can share knowledge to better serve clients. As the immigration landscape continues to change, DMCA looks forward to contributing to future dialogues that promote understanding and progress within the profession.

Next week at the UT Conference on Immigration and Nationality Law (Oct 24-25), DMCA Partner, Paul Hunker, will discuss how “quasi-status” like parole, TPS, and DACA can become pathways to lawful permanent residence.

UPDATE: Due to to ongoing armed conflict and extraordinary and temporary conditions in Lebanon that prevent nationals of Lebanon from returning in safety, the Department of Homeland Security is announcing a new TPS designation for Lebanon for 18 months. The designation of Lebanon for TPS will allow Lebanese nationals who have been continuously residing in the United States since October 16, 2024 to file initial applications for TPS, if they are otherwise eligible. Lebanese nationals who entered the United States after October 16, 2024 will not be eligible for TPS. Read DHS Release for full information: https://lnkd.in/eQ9r2Zv9 DMCA is a comprehensive law firm that specializes in immigration law and is ready to assist. Our team of expert attorneys, who are board certified, are ready to provide all the necessary guidance and support throughout the entire process. Contact DMCA: 1-866-690-1844 info@dmcausa.com www.dmcausa.com

DMCA Partners Lance Curtright and Marisol Pérez are speaking today at the annual conference of The Organization of Bar Investigators (OBI), where they will present on Immigration and the Regulation of the Immigration Legal Profession. OBI is a professional organization dedicated to investigators and paralegals involved in regulating the legal profession. DMCA is proud to be the voice of innovation and expertise in these crucial conversations, emphasizing the importance of ethical practices and upholding the integrity of the immigration legal system.

¿Esta usted considerano ser empresarios en EEUU? En DMCA contamos con un equipo de abogados expertos que le guiarán en cada paso del proceso. Entendemos que cada emprendimiento es único, por lo que ofrecemos asesoramiento personalizado. Con DMCA a su lado, podrá concentrarse en lo que realmente importa: hacer crecer su negocio y alcanzar sus objetivos empresariales. ¡Contáctenos hoy mismo y dé el primer paso hacia un futuro exitoso! #E1Visa #E2Visa #Empresario #InmigracionEEUU

It was once again a pleasure to spend time with Lucine Aghajanyan and Scott talking about Looper Bright, federal litigation, and parole!   I look forward to speaking about parole at UT’s Conference on Immigration and Nationality Law on October 25. Parole is the great “forgiver” in immigration law! “Parole is used precisely as a means of removing bars that would otherwise stand between an alien and government benefits.”  Texas v. Biden, 20 F. 4th 928, 988 (5th Cir. 2021), rev'd and remanded on other grounds, 597 U.S. 785 (2022). One of DMCA’s outstanding lawyers, Kathrine Russell, recently shared with me a legacy INS AAO decision finding that an SIJ recipient deemed paroled who illegally re-entered after removal is not subject to the INA § 241(a)(5) reinstatement bar to relief for having illegally re-entered the United States. Similarly, we have some good arguments that a parole would cure or remove the unlawful entry component of INA § 212(a)(9)(C) for purposes of adjustment. It will be important to develop this argument and identify the right cases in which to raise it. Likely, if we prevail, it will be in a petition for review in a circuit court. Happily, DHS’s position will no longer be accorded Chevron deference.

DMCA Managing Partner, Lance Curtright, is currently at DMCA's Austin office, working alongside DMCA Partner Claudia Baellow, who heads the business immigration section, and Austin's lead attorney, Alejandra Martinez. Whether navigating complex visa applications or advocating for clients in immigration court, the DMCA team in Austin exemplifies the ideal combination of passion, expertise, and client-centered advocacy.