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Richards and Jurusik: The U.S. Immigration Lawyers Canadians Trust.

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NEW IMMIGRATION RULE

Alien registration via Form G-325R is now required after 30 days in the U.S. without a Visa or I-94.

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VISA BULLETIN

Check out the May 2025 trends and projections.

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Our Featured Practice Areas

The immigration lawyers at Richards and Jurusik Immigration Law have decades of combined experience in immigration law. We offer several consultation options, affordable flat fees, and excellent client service.

TN Visas for NAFTA Professionals

We have a particular expertise with the preparation, filing, and successful adjudication of TN Visa applications (particularly on behalf of Canadians), including new applications, renewals, extensions, denials, and all other TN Visa related matters.

Green Cards

We provide comprehensive immigration support to individuals looking to work and live in the US, assisting with US permanent residency (Green Cards) through employment sponsorship, family sponsorship, spouses, and K-1 Visas for fiancés or fiancées.

L-1 Visas for Business Expansion into the United States

Our specialized practice has more than 20 years of experience with L-1 Visas and assisting foreign employers seeking to expand business operations through the addition of new offices within the United States, from providing an assessment of your case to determining your eligibility and assisting you with the application process.

E-2 Visas for Treaty Investors

Foreign citizens and businesses from treaty countries with substantial investments in the United States are able to obtain an E-2 registration for their business that enables them to send qualifying employees to the United States on E-2 Visas.

H-1B Visas for Specialty Occupations

Foreign nationals who wish to perform services in a specialty occupation, services of exceptional merit and ability relating to a Department of Defense (DOD) cooperative research and development project, or services as a fashion model of distinguished merit or ability, can apply for the H-1B Visa.

Canadian Inadmissibility for US Citizens

There are very few immigration law firms that can match the specific experience we have handling immigration matters for those denied entry to Canada. The immigration lawyers at Richards and Jurusik know how to help US citizens with Canadian inadmissibility.

US Citizenship & Naturalization

At Richards and Jurusik Immigration Law, we routinely help US permanent residents with their US citizenship needs, including completing and filing Form N-400 and attending interviews with our clients.

Temporary Work Visas

The immigration Lawyers at Richards and Jurusik Immigration Law have decades of combined experience helping foreign nationals obtain work authorization in the US through temporary work visas, including TN Visas, E Visas, H-1B Visas, L-1 Visas, O-1 Visas, and more.

Deportation & Removal Defense

We represent people in removal proceedings who are non-detained and detained. In the detained context, we also represent people in bond hearings to request their release from custody pending the completion of their removal proceedings.

Immigrant & Non-Immigrant Visa Waivers

We regularly assist persons with applying for non-immigrant (NIV) waivers for persons dealing with inadmissibility issues which do not require a showing of hardship to any qualifying relatives, as well as immigrant waivers for persons in situations where a qualifying relative will suffer extreme hardship.

Affirmative Asylum

We have assisted many clients from various countries with their asylum applications. We can help you understand the strengths and weaknesses of your case in order to help you make a decision about whether or not to apply for asylum.

Board of Immigration Appeals

we have assisted many clients with their Board of Immigration Appeals cases. Our lawyers appear regularly before the Board of Immigration Appeals and have had success with appealing decisions of Immigration judges and reopening cases of people facing imminent removal.

Immigration Delay Litigation

Our lawyers are admitted to federal court and have experience resolving delay cases and Mandamus Petitions in the best way possible for our clients.

Our Immigration Resources

Our Latest US Immigration Video

The Arrive Podcast

With 1 to 2 new episodes each month, the Arrive Podcast can help you stay updated on the immigration law issues that matter the most to you.

Our US Immigration Videos

Richards and Jurusik Immigration Law regularly creates video content about the current state of a certain aspect of immigration law, and how it applies to Canadians living and working in the United States today.

Immigration Law FAQs

We are continually growing a comprehensive set of answers to frequently asked questions about immigration law. Find your answer, ask us a question, and sign up to stay updated.

Canadian Social Worker Secures TN Visa for U.S. Consulting
Canadian Social Worker Secures TN Visa for U.S. Consulting
With a strong consulting background and expert legal guidance, a Canadian professional achieved quick TN visa approval to lead impactful U.S. workshops focused on poverty reduction. “I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking support with what can seem like a rather daunting process! They were truly wonderful to work with." —Suzie Johnson-Smith
June 2025 Visa Bulletin: Updates, Progress, and Stagnation
June 2025 Visa Bulletin: Updates, Progress, and Stagnation
The June 2025 Visa Bulletin offers minor forward movement in select family-based and employment-based categories. However, EB-4 remains unavailable, and EB-2 and EB-3 backlogs persist for India. Applicants should stay informed and strategize accordingly as we near the end of the fiscal year.
Understanding Dual Nationality Under U.S. Immigration Law
Understanding Dual Nationality Under U.S. Immigration Law
Dual nationality is permitted under U.S. law and allows individuals to hold citizenship in more than one country. Learn what this means for travel, legal obligations, and consular protections.
Do Children Accrue Unlawful Presence in the U.S.?
Do Children Accrue Unlawful Presence in the U.S.?
Find out why children under 18 generally do not accrue unlawful presence in the U.S. and how this may affect future immigration applications.
The Six-Month Passport Validity Rule for U.S. Immigration
The Six-Month Passport Validity Rule for U.S. Immigration
Traveling to the United States? Most foreign nationals must have a passport valid for at least six months beyond their intended stay. This article explains the rule, its exemptions, and key travel tips.
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