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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5/22/2026
USCIS Policy Shift on Adjustment of Status Raises Questions for Employers
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a new policy memorandum on May 21, 2026 addressing the adjudication of applications for adjustment of status (I-485). It remains uncertain whether the policy will meaningfully change adjudication standards or whether approvals will continue under existing practices with heightened discretionary review. Read more here.
12/5/2025
Expanded Screening and Vetting for H-1B and H-4 Visa Applicants
Effective December 15, 2025, the State Department will expand its online presence review requirement to include all H-1B visa applicants and their H-4 dependents, in addition to students and exchange visitors who have already been subject to this review since June 2025. Read more here.
12/4/2025
USCIS Pauses Immigration Adjudications for Individuals from 19 Travel Ban Countries
USCIS has announced an indefinite pause on adjudicating most immigration benefits for individuals from 19 countries designated as “high-risk” under Presidential Proclamation 10949. This includes individuals who are citizens of one of the 19 countries, or were merely born there (even if they are citizens of another country not on the list). The pause encompasses green card applications, naturalization, asylum, and certain employment authorization document requests. Read more here.