For an individual, who may have work status issues and are currently living and working in the US?
There are many individuals currently residing and working illegally in the United States. There are very limited options available for such individuals. I would advise that they seek as consultation to evaluate their case to determine if they fall within the limited options. For example if a petition was filed for them prior to April 30, 2001 they may be able to obtain lawful residence even if currently out of status. An individual evaluation is the only way to determine this on a case by case basis. What about individuals who are here legally but might be in danger of losing their job but want to stay? What can do for them? Unfortunately it is a reality that while in H1B status an employee may lose their job. This will of course put them out of status. Unlike students or people on a training visa there is no grace period for H1Bs. It is therefore of the utmost importance that the employee seek legal advise immediately after the notice of possible termination to consider all available
