• Green Card for Siblings and Adult Children of U.S. Citizens in Houston: Understanding the Family Preference Backlog

    September 28, 2026

    As a U.S. citizen, you can sponsor your brothers, sisters, and adult children for green cards. But unlike spouses and parents, these relatives fall into the family preference categories, which have annual limits and long waiting lists. For siblings, the wait is measured in decades, not months. Understanding how the line works, and how to protect your family’s place in it, is what this guide is about. Who Falls Into the Family Preference Categories? Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens (spouses,…

Ginna.G

June 13, 2018

This law firm is amazing. Through his valuable work and guidance, I received my green card. I will definitely use this firm for when I any future immigration need and for when my family needs…

Genesis.H

June 12, 2018

In my opinion, working with this firm has always been a good experience. Mr. Hess is a true professional providing competent service. He will review the case repeatedly to make certain everything is perfect for…

Israel.L

June 12, 2018

I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Luis F. Hess. My partner and I have worked with him on both immigration and corporate matters. Every time we have worked together on my matters, he has provided…

Hernan.R

June 12, 2018

He is a professional, responsible lawyer. He handled my immigration green card process for the past three years plus several other personal and business matters. All of these cases have resulted in a positive manner.…

Addy.R

June 5, 2018

Excelente servicios y exitos! 100% positivos resultados.

USCIS Fraud Alert Targeting L-1 Visa Companies

April 26, 2016

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) fraud unit, formally known as the Fraud Detection and National Security Directorate (FDNS), is expected to expand the number of site visits for this year. The U.S.…

Alerta De Fraude De USCIS Dirigida A Compañías Con Visas L-1

April 26, 2016

Se espera que la Unidad de Fraude de los Servicios de Ciudadanía e Inmigración de los Estados Unidos (USCIS), formalmenteconocidacomo la Dirección de Detección de Fraude y Seguridad Nacional (FDNS), amplíe el número de visitas…

What Does an Immigration Attorney Do?

March 8, 2016

U.S. immigration law is notoriously complex. Even minor errors in a visa application or evidence you provide can lead to a year-long delay, deportation, or denial of a visa. An immigration lawyer can help you…

H-1B Visa Alternatives: What are My Options?

March 3, 2016

Due to the expected high demand, employers should be planning now for a possible rejection of their H-1B petitions. Alternative visa options for affected employees include, but are limited to, the following: for Canadian and…