NEWS & INSIGHTS
Legal insights, immigration updates, and practical guidance from Attorney Ali Latif in Columbus, Ohio.
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USCIS Adjustment of Status Policy Change: What It Means for Your I-485 in 2026
USCIS 2026 policy memo reframes I-485 adjustment of status as discretionary relief. Columbus attorney explains who is affected and how to strengthen your case.
Ohio Statute of Limitations: How Long Do You Have to Sue?
Ohio statutes of limitations range from 1 to 15 years. Miss the deadline and lose your right to sue permanently. Columbus attorney explains each deadline.
How to Respond to a Lawsuit Served on Your Ohio Business
Served with a lawsuit in Ohio? You have 28 days to respond — miss it and face an automatic default judgment. Columbus attorney explains what to do.
¿Cuánto Cuesta la Tarjeta Verde en Columbus, Ohio?
Desglose de costos: tarjeta verde por matrimonio en Columbus, Ohio — tarifas USCIS, examen médico, honorarios del abogado y planes de pago.
Deportation Defense Columbus, Ohio: Know Your Options
Received a Notice to Appear? Columbus immigration attorney explains removal defense options — cancellation of removal, asylum, and adjustment of status.
Green Card Cost in Columbus, Ohio — Full 2026 Breakdown
Full 2026 cost breakdown for a marriage-based green card in Columbus — USCIS fees, medical exam, attorney costs, and total out-of-pocket estimates.
Travel With a Pending Green Card? Advance Parole Guide
Leaving the U.S. with a pending I-485 and no advance parole destroys your green card case. Columbus attorney explains the rules and how to apply.
USCIS Columbus Ohio Field Office: What to Expect
Everything Columbus applicants need to know before their USCIS interview — location, parking, what to bring, and what officers will ask.
Work Permit While Green Card Is Pending: Ohio EAD Guide
Filed an I-485 to adjust status? Apply for an EAD work permit simultaneously. Columbus attorney explains how — and what to do if yours is delayed.
Ohio Dog Bite Law: Who Pays When You're Attacked?
Ohio dog bite law holds owners strictly liable regardless of the dog's history. Columbus attorney explains how to file a claim and what victims recover.
Ohio Car Accident Settlement Amounts: What to Know
No two Ohio car accident settlements are alike. Key factors — injuries, fault percentage, insurance limits — determine what your claim is worth.
How Long Does a Car Accident Settlement Take in Ohio?
Most Ohio car accident claims settle in 3–18 months. This guide explains each phase of the timeline — from demand letter to check — and what causes delays.
What to Do After a Car Accident in Columbus, Ohio
Step-by-step guide for Columbus drivers after a crash — what to document, what not to say to insurers, and when to call a lawyer.
What Happens If You Overstay Your Visa? (2026 Guide)
Overstaying a visa triggers a 3- or 10-year reentry bar. This 2026 Columbus guide covers unlawful presence rules, penalties, and available relief options.
Marriage Green Card Columbus, Ohio — 2026 Guide
2026 guide for Columbus couples on marriage-based green cards — mandatory interviews, documentation, filing fees (~$3,005), and key policy changes.
Contract Dispute Resolution Strategies: A Guide
Columbus business attorney explains how to resolve contract disputes — negotiation, mediation, and litigation strategies to protect your Ohio business.
Understanding Your Rights in Civil Litigation: A 2025 Guide
Know your rights before entering an Ohio courtroom. Columbus civil litigation attorney explains discovery, due process, and appeals — step by step.
Family-Based Immigration Process Guide: 2025 Updates
Columbus families reuniting through green cards face I-130 petitions, priority dates, and interviews. Latif Law explains every step and 2025 fee updates.
Can I Change a B-2 to F-1 Student Visa After an Overstay?
Columbus immigration attorney explains B-2 to F-1 changes — why a single day of overstay can end your options inside the U.S. and what visitors can still do.
تغيير سياسة USCIS بشأن تسوية الوضع: ما يعنيه ذلك لطلب I-485 الخاص بك في 2026
مذكرة سياسة USCIS لعام 2026 تُعيد تأطير تسوية الوضع (I-485) باعتبارها إعفاءً تقديرياً. يشرح محامي كولومبوس من يتأثر بهذا التغيير وكيفية تعزيز قضيتك.
Cambio de Política USCIS sobre Ajuste de Estatus: Lo Que Significa para Su I-485 en 2026
El memorando de política USCIS de 2026 redefine el ajuste de estatus como un beneficio discrecional. Un abogado de Columbus explica quiénes se ven afectados y cómo fortalecer su caso.