United States: Immigration

Green and Spiegel LLP is a leading immigration law firm serving both Canadian and U.S. clients with comprehensive corporate and individual immigration services.

Senator Elizabeth Warren has reintroduced the Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act, proposing a 2% annual tax on net worth exceeding $50 million and a controversial 40% exit tax on wealthy Americans who renounce their citizenship. For US citizens living abroad who face unique tax burdens despite receiving minimal benefits from US systems, this legislation raises critical questions about the financial implications of maintaining American citizenship while permanently residing overseas.

A Massachusetts federal court has invalidated the $100,000 required payment imposed on H‑1B petitions, holding that the measure constituted an unauthorized tax that exceeded executive authority.

Green and Spiegel LLP is a leading immigration law firm serving both Canadian and U.S. clients with comprehensive corporate and individual immigration services.

A Massachusetts federal court has invalidated the $100,000 required payment imposed on H‑1B petitions, holding that the measure constituted an unauthorized tax that exceeded executive authority.

The U.S. Department of Justice and Department of Labor have launched coordinated enforcement actions against Cloudera, Inc. for allegedly structuring PERM recruitment to favor temporary visa holders over U.S. workers. Meanwhile, proposed regulatory changes threaten to eliminate Duration of Status for F-1 and J-1 nonimmigrants, and new USCIS signature requirements create heightened compliance risks for immigration filings.

The Trump Gold Card immigration program has now been formally launched and is accepting applicants. It portends to offer a pathway to U.S. lawful permanent residence in exchange for a substantial monetary contribution to the U.S. government.

On March 27, 2026, the Department of Labor’s (DOL) Employment and Training Administration issued a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) seeking to adjust/increase the wage levels...

Following USCIS's May 21 memorandum emphasizing consular processing over adjustment of status, the immigration community raised concerns about increased scrutiny and potential disruptions. Two weeks into implementation, patterns are emerging that suggest a more measured approach than initially anticipated, though questions remain about long-term impacts on adjustment applications, employment authorization, and strategic planning for foreign nationals seeking permanent residence.