Our team will be working exclusively remotely on February 23, 2026. We hope everyone stays safe and warm.

The recent ICE surge in Maine has caused fear, trauma, and significant financial burdens for families, communities, and taxpayers. As Attorney Robin Nice told Maine Public and the Bangor Daily News, ICE's treatment of asylum seekers and those without criminal histories is inhumane and senseless.

We understand that this is a time of fear, anxiety, and uncertainty for all of our clients, particularly those in Maine. We are aware that in recent days, ICE has surged in Maine. If you witness a specific ICE-related incident, or know someone who has, please report it to the Maine ICE Watch Hotline at 207-544-9989 . This hotline helps document verified activity and supports community response efforts. We encourage individuals and families in Maine to familiarize themselves

Starting Oct. 30, 2025, USCIS will no longer  issue 540 day extensions to people who apply to renew their work permit before their current card expires.  There will be NO extension beyond a work permit's stated expiration date.  Here is USCIS's official announcement. Please read the below CAREFULLY to see if you may need to take action.     You MAY need to take action if (in the form of filing a renewal application) - You have a work permit, AND - Your current work permit e