News and Updates from Poarch Thompson Law
US Department of State Guidance on Visa Ban Exemptions
On July 22, 2020, the Department of State (DOS) issued guidance regarding the application for exemptions to the June 2020 proclamation banning certain non-immigrant visa holders from entering the U.S. The DOS identified the following exemptions by visa type: For...
What Non-Immigrant Visa Holders Need to Know About the Trump Visa Ban
Current through July 27, 2020. While we will try to update this advisory as these policies develop, please do not rely on this information without consulting with immigration counsel. Citing the economic impact of COVID-19 and the need to limit foreign workers from...

PTL Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers Magazine
Poarch Thompson Law attorney Christine Poarch was selected as a Super Lawyer and Poarch Thompson Law attorneys Rachel Thompson and Jaime McGuire were selected as Super Lawyers Rising Stars for 2020 by the Virginia Super Lawyers Magazine. Our firm was recognized for our excellence in the practice area of immigration.
COVID-19: Preguntas frecuentes sobre estímulo económico y desempleo
Los abogados de inmigración han recibido muchas preguntas sobre los beneficios de desempleo, el paquete de estímulo y lo que podría significar para ellos. Este blog contesta las preguntas más comunes sobre el paquete de estímulo como resultado de COVID-19.


COVID-19: Stimulus & Unemployment FAQs
Immigration attorneys have been getting many questions about unemployment benefits, the stimulus package and what it might mean for them. This blog discusses the most common questions regarding the stimulus package as a result of COVID-19.





COVID-19 UPDATE CURRENT THROUGH SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
Please note that our staff and attorneys will be working remotely effective Tuesday, March 17 until further notice to encourage self-quarantine and social distancing as recommended by governmental agencies and scientific authorities. While certain employees may come...





COVID-19 UPDATE MARCH 19
USCIS UPDATE: As of March 18, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has suspended routine in-person services until at least April 1 to help slow the spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). This includes any scheduled appointments, interviews, InfoPass...





COVID-19 UPDATE MARCH 16
At Poarch Thompson Law, our staff and attorneys will be working remotely effective Tuesday, March 17 to Tuesday, March 31 to encourage self-quarantine and social distancing as recommended by governmental agencies and scientific authorities. While certain employees may...





COVID-19 UPDATE
At Poarch Thompson Law, protecting the health and well-being of our clients, employees, and community is our top priority. We understand the concern and uncertainty you may be experiencing surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) and are committed to being responsive to...
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