Immigration Law Blog | New Jersey Legal Updates

Apr 30, 2026

One arrest can turn into much more than a criminal case. If your loved one has been arrested in New Jersey, your first worries are usually immediate. Will they be released? Are the charges serious? What happens next? For some families, those questions are only the beginning. An arrest can also lead to ICE detention, removal proceedings, and, in some cases, a federal court challenge related to continued detention. What starts as one crisis can...

Habeas Corpus is an Essential Tool for Detained Immigrants

Apr 29, 2026

Immigration judges and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) are "tightening the noose" on non-citizens, making it harder for detained individuals to receive bond. The policy of the current administration is to use detention as a deterrent to encourage foreign nationals to leave the country. Now that BIA decisions have restricted immigration judges' jurisdiction to grant bond, a better approach is to shift to the district courts for habeas actions. Today a detained person...

What is “Crimmigration” and why you may need more than one lawyer?

Apr 29, 2026

“Crimmigration” is the intersection between criminal law and immigration law. Many criminal attorneys do not know enough about immigration matters to properly counsel their clients leading to a situation where the client accepts a plea from the government only to find himself facing deportation. If you have a pending criminal matter and a pending or potential immigration case it is recommended that you consult with an experienced immigration attorney, like Nita Kundanmal, before accepting a...

Marrying a U.S. Citizen After Overstaying a Visa: Can You Still Get a Green Card?

Mar 20, 2026

You fell in love. You got married. Now you want to build a future together in the United States. But there is one big worry hanging over everything: your visa expired, and you are afraid that mistake could stop you from getting a Green Card. This is a common concern. Many people stay longer than their visa allows and later marry a U.S. citizen. In some cases, they may still have a path to a...

The New Fingerprinting Requirement: What Every Noncitizen in New Jersey Needs to Know About Federal Registration Rules

Feb 3, 2026

As we move through 2026, many members of our community are noticing a significant shift in how the government tracks and monitors noncitizens. While the concept of alien registration has existed since the 1940s, the recent revival and modernization of these rules have created a new set of hurdles for families in Hackensack, Newark, and throughout New Jersey. At the Law Office of Nita Kundanmal, our team of dedicated NJ immigration lawyers is seeing a...

T Visa Help After Human Trafficking: What It Is, Who May Qualify, and What Happens Next

Jan 9, 2026

If you have survived human trafficking, you may be carrying fear on top of everything you’ve already endured: fear of being deported, fear of retaliation, fear that no one will believe you, or fear that your family will be left behind. You deserve more than survival. You deserve safety, stability, and a future you can control. A T visa (T nonimmigrant status) is a form of immigration relief created to protect certain survivors of human...

From DACA to Green Card: Long-Term Strategies For Dreamers In New Jersey and New York

Dec 18, 2025

If you are a DACA recipient, you already know what it means to live with uncertainty. On paper, DACA provides temporary protection from deportation and a work permit that must be renewed again and again. In real life, many Dreamers have grown up in the United States, built careers, started families, and made homes in places like New Jersey and New York. This is where life happens, but the legal footing underneath it can still...

Top 10 Red Flags That Can Make You Inadmissible And How Immigration Waivers May Help

Nov 12, 2025

If you are applying for a visa or green card, the word “inadmissible” can feel terrifying. It sounds final, like a door has been shut. In reality, inadmissibility is a legal finding that can prevent someone from being admitted to the United States or from receiving certain immigration benefits based on specific facts in their history. Common triggers include unlawful presence, misrepresentation, certain criminal issues, or a prior removal-related event. When a consular officer, a...

Journalists And Creators On The Move: Visa Options For Representatives Of Foreign Media

Oct 15, 2025

If you are a journalist, producer, photographer, podcaster, or documentary creator, you probably think more about storyboards and deadlines than visa codes. But the moment your assignment involves the United States, immigration rules become part of the story. Many international media professionals still assume they can enter on a tourist or business visa, or through visa waiver programs, to film or report. In most cases, that is not allowed. Under U.S. rules, foreign journalists and...

Adjustment of Status Timeline

Sep 11, 2025

Adjustment of Status Timeline Applying for a change in your immigration status can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. It’s understandable to want an answer as soon as possible once you file for an Adjustment of Status (AOS) so you can permanently remain in the United States. Government processes are notoriously slow, however, so it’s important to be patient as you wait for a decision on your case. Here’s what you can expect in terms of...