A premier immigration law firm based in the Pacific Northwest
For 40 years, billion-dollar corporations, startups, nonprofits, families and individuals have trusted CML to navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration law.
“It is a growing mix of cultures and professional backgrounds that makes our country vibrant and dynamic.”
— Pamela S. Cowan, Founding Partner
Thoughtful, thorough and current.
U.S. immigration law is complex and constantly evolving. Quality, informed and up-to-date legal services may save substantial time and prevent harmful repercussions.
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10/30/2025
USCIS Ends Automatic EAD Extensions for Most Categories Starting October 30, 2025
USCIS announced that it will be publishing an interim final rule that will eliminate the automatic extensions of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) for renewal applicants in most categories. This change applies to renewal applications filed on or after October 30, 2025. We anticipate that there will be litigation to challenge the implementation of USCIS’s Interim Final Rule. Read more here.
10/16/2025
H-1B Update
President Trump’s September 19, 2025 Proclamation requires a $100,000 fee for new H-1B entrants after September 21, 2025, though guidance from USCIS and CBP limits its scope and leaves many details unclear. Additionally, due to the government shutdown, the Department of Labor has paused LCA and PERM processing, and USCIS may excuse late H-1B filings caused by these delays. Read more here.
9/26/2025
Obtaining approval of a Naturalization Application is likely to get more difficult
USCIS has announced several changes to the naturalization process, including a redesigned Civics Test and heightened scrutiny of applicants’ character. Read more here.