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Legal Name Change - How the Process Works in NY and NJ - Smith & Singleton Law

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A New Name, A New Chapter: What to Know About Changing Your Name in New York or New Jersey

A lot of people assume changing their name is pretty straightforward. Fill out a few forms. Pay a filing fee. Wait for approval. Sometimes it is that simple. Sometimes it isn’t. In New York and

Jun 8

Immigration

Big Change: Temporary Visitors May Need to Leave the U.S. to Get a Green Card

If you are in the United States on a tourist visa, a student visa, or a temporary work visa, you need to know about a major shift in immigration policy. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration

May 29

H-1B Lottery FY 2027 - FY 2027 H-1B Wage-Based Lottery Changes - JSingleton-Law

Financial Law

H-1B Lottery FY 2027: What Employers Need to Know About the New Wage-Based Selection System

The FY 2027 H-1B registration period will open on March 4, 2026 and close at 12:00 p.m. (ET) on March 19, 2026. During this short window, U.S. employers must electronically register foreign national candidates they intend to sponsor

Feb 17

Trump Administration Announces Wider Travel Restrictions

In The News

Trump Administration Announces Expansion of Travel Ban After National Guard Shooting

The national shock following the fatal attack on a National Guard soldier and the attempted killing of another has prompted swift federal action. In the days after the incident, the Trump administration confirmed plans to

Dec 10

Immigrant New Yorkers - Immigrant New Yorkers Legal Rights - JSingleton Law

In The News

NYC Mayor-Elect Mamdani’s Immigration “Know Your Rights” Message: Essential Guidance for Immigrant New Yorkers

New York City’s Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani recently released a video encouraging residents, especially those in immigrant communities, to understand and assert their legal rights when interacting with federal immigration enforcement officers. The video provides clear,

Dec 10

Jermel Singleton Recognized in Empire State Realty Trust Update

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Jermel Singleton Included in Empire State Realty Trust’s Business Update

Attorney Jermel Singleton was part of the legal team representing Empire State Realty Trust (ESRT) in its recent business update released via CityBiz. The announcement detailed ESRT’s significant portfolio developments, capital recycling strategy, and ongoing efforts

Nov 26