The Startup Visa Act 2013- My Comments Part 1
The Startup Visa Act of 2013- my comments Part 1 The Text of the above bill was finally published this week having been introduced on January 30 2013. As my[…]
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Next Legal Workshop from Startup Law Talk- IP Legalese
Our next Startup Law Talk workshop will be on February 26th. If you are thinking about a startup or are already in a startup, this workshop is essential to ensure[…]
Obama on Immigration at the State of Union Speech 2013- “Let’s Get It Done!”
“Let’s get it done!” That’s what our President said about comprehensive immigration reform in his State of the Union speech tonight. He said that America remains a place where people[…]
State of Union 2013 Speech by President Obama
I am excited and eagerly await the President’s State of the Union speech this evening at 9pm EST/6pm PST. He is likely to cover immigration reform (among other things). Stay[…]
Violence Against Women Act Reauthorized on February 12, 2013
Today sees the passage of reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act. There was bipartisan support today with 78-22 votes in Senate. The 2011 expired Act had put many Federal programs[…]
Startup Law Talk Workshop on Equity Compensation a Success!
On February 11, 2013 Startup Law Talk’s legal workshop series was on the topic of equity compensation. There was a great turn out and our excellent speakers provided invaluable guidance[…]
March 2013 Visa Bulletin Commentary
The March 2013 visa bulletin was released today. Here’s the pertinent information most of my readers are looking for: For all countries except India, China, Philippines, and Mexico: F2A preference has advanced[…]
March 2013 Visa Bulletin out
The Department of State released the March 2013 Visa Bulletin today. Here is a link. Our usual commentary to follow shortly. Stay tuned!
Immigration Innovation Act 2013- High Skilled Worker Bill Introduced.
On January 29th, a new bill was introduced that would help retain high skilled workers. The bipartisan bill seeks to reform employment-based H-1B and student visas, increases access to employment-based[…]
Next Startup Workshop: Equity Compensation Basics for Startups
Please come join us next week for our event entitled “Equity Compensation Basics for Startups.” Here’s some info about what we’ll be discussing…. Our next regularly scheduled workshop will be on February 11,[…]