Kate is a frequent writer and sought after speaker on various EB-5 matters, having presented throughout the United States and around the world as a lawyer practicing immigration law with the international law firm Greenberg Traurig (GT). She is currently serving on the Editorial Board of EB5 Investors Magazine, as the author of the EB5investors.com column “Kate’s Corner,” and the Editor of GT’s EB-5 Insights blog. Kate’s Corner is a forum for up-to-date information pertaining to the multi-faceted EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program. Frequent topics include: regional centers; source of funds matters; determining targeted employment areas (TEAs); analysis of memorandum issued by USCIS; securities issues; real estate development and trends; comprehensive immigration reform; legislative updates; non-immigration visa options; green card processing; and more.
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Abandonment of Permanent Residence
A brief overview of common issues relating to the abandonment of permanent resident status and how the process works.
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Jia Zhao
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Evolving Trends in EB-5 Adjudication: Source of Funds Issues
A recent trend in EB-5 adjudication relates to using mortgage loan proceeds for immigration purposes.
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Lauren A Tetenbaum
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How to Prepare for the EB-5 Immigrant Visa Interview
A review of what the EB-5 immigrant visa interview will cover, including biographical, EB-5 investment, and ineligibility info.
Read More Lauren A Tetenbaum
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Death of an EB-5 Principal Applicant
In the event of the principal EB-5 applicant’s death, dependent family members may still be able to continue their petition.
Read More Jia Zhao
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What to Expect for the EB-5 Regional Center Program as September 30, 2016 Approaches
Immigration attorney Kristen Ng discusses the implications of the EB-5 Regional Center Program nearing its sunset date.
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Kristen W Ng
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Bridging the Gap to EB-5 Green Card Issuance for Investors and Entrepreneurs – L-1s and E-2s
Investors can first enter the U.S. on an L-1 or E-2 visa, and then transition lawful permanent resident status through EB-5.
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Jordi S Bayer
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Consular Process Best Practices for EB-5 Investors Awaiting an Adjustment of Status
Eligibility to apply for a green card after I-526 petition approval depends on several factors.
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Rosanna M Fox
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F-1 Visa Fraud’s Impact on Future U.S. Immigration Applications
F-1 visa schemes have a negative impact on both foreign nationals personally and the U.S. immigration program generally.
Read More Lauren A Tetenbaum
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Health-Related Grounds for Inadmissibility to the United States
Individuals immigrating to the United States must meet these health-related standards to be admitted.
Read More Jordi S Bayer
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U.S. Dept. of State Releases EB-5 Immigrant Visa Issuance Numbers for FY2015
The U.S. DOS has released new stats for EB-5 immigrant visas issued in FY2015.
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Shaun Staller
