Episode Details

In this solo training episode, John Q. Khosravi, Esq. breaks down the Top 3 USCIS memos every immigration lawyer must know — especially for family-based immigration practice.

From conditional residence and adjustment of status to unlawful presence, John explains how each memo impacts your strategy, filings, and client outcomes.

You'll learn:
📑 The I-751 Divorce & Waiver Memo (2009)
⚖️ The Adjustment of Status for Visa Waiver Entrants Memo (2013)
🚫 The Unlawful Presence & 3/10-Year Bar Memo (2009)

Each is essential reading for attorneys who want to avoid pitfalls and strengthen case analysis.

🎓 Plus: Free CLE access and live course updates inside the ILT Community!

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Timestamps:
00:00 – Opening
00:33 – Introduction
01:42 – Sponsor: eimmigration by Cerenade
03:45 – Top 3 USCIS Family-Based Memos You Need to Know
04:29 – I-751 Filed Prior to Termination of Marriage
09:15 – Mid break
10:26 – Adjudication of Adjustment of Status Application for Individuals Admitted Under the Visa Waiver Program
14:58 – Consolidation of Guidance on Unlawful Presence for Purposes of INA §§212(a)(9)(B)(i) and 212(a)(9)(C)(i)
17:38 Outro

Show Notes:

1. I-751 Divorce Memo
2. VWP Adjustment Memo
3. Unlawful Presence Memo
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