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H.R. 875: What the New DUI Bill Means for Immigrants
The recently passed DUI bill, H.R. 875 – Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act of 2025 – could change the immigration landscape for visa holders and Green Card holders. Here’s what you need to know, and how Shan Potts Law Offices can help protect your future.

Shan Potts
5 days ago2 min read


How the Harder Citizenship Test Could Affect Your Path to Naturalization
The U.S. government is preparing to introduce a harder citizenship test. For many green card holders, this change could make naturalization more challenging, especially for those with limited English skills or access to study resources. Here’s what you need to know and how Shan Potts can help you prepare.

Shan Potts
Sep 62 min read


Increasing NTAs for H1Bs: What Applicants Need to Know
Immigration attorneys are noticing increasing NTAs for H1Bs after layoffs or job changes. Here’s what’s driving this, how it impacts workers, and what you can do.

Shan Potts
Aug 272 min read


What the Child Status Protection Act Rollback Means for Families in 2025
A major policy turn—the Child Status Protection Act rollback—means USCIS will rely on Final Action Dates to lock a child’s age. This raises age-out risk for many families. Here’s what changed, who’s impacted, and how to plan smarter—fast.

Shan Potts
Aug 262 min read


I-130 No Longer Guarantees Protection: What Families Must Know
I-130 no longer guarantees protection. USCIS and ICE now coordinate in ways that put families at risk of removal even with a pending petition. Learn strategies to stay safe and how Shan Potts defends clients in this situation.

Shan Potts
Aug 252 min read


Asylum Seekers Arrested at Court Amid Crackdown
A disturbing trend is emerging in San Francisco’s immigration courts: asylum seekers arrested at court immediately after hearings. This blog explores the chilling events, legal implications, and what Shan Potts Law Offices advises next.

Shan Potts
Aug 72 min read


Reviving Deportation Cases Against Dreamers: A Troubling Step Backward
The Trump administration is reviving deportation cases against Dreamers and others whose cases were long closed. With immigration courts overwhelmed, many face life-altering decisions with little notice.

Shan Potts
Aug 72 min read


Family Separation as Deportation Tactic Returns
The return of family separation as deportation tactic under a new Trump term has shocked immigrant rights advocates. In this blog, we examine the story of Russian asylum seekers, how ICE is using family separation as leverage, and what immigrant families can expect next.

Shan Potts
Aug 72 min read


Appeals Court Blocks Indiscriminate Immigration Sweeps
A federal appeals court has upheld a ban on indiscriminate immigration sweeps in Southern California. This landmark decision defends constitutional rights and curbs racial profiling. Here’s what it means for immigrants—and how Shan Potts Law Offices can protect you.

Shan Potts
Aug 42 min read


National Guard at ICE Facilities: What It Means for Immigrants
The administration has authorized National Guard troops to assist at ICE detention facilities across 20 states. While not directly involved in raids, their presence frees up ICE agents to intensify enforcement operations. Here’s what this means for immigrant communities — and how to stay prepared.

Shan Potts
Aug 12 min read
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