The Immigration Lawyers Podcast | Discussing Visas, Green Cards & Citizenship: Practice & Policy

John Khosravi, Esq.
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In Depth Discussions, Interviews and Legal Analysis of Immigration Law and Practice with Professionals in the Field, with Host John Khosravi, Esq. IMPORTANT WARNING: This show is not meant to be legal advice and is informational only. Please contact an attorney in private for more information. This is an Attorney Advertising.

  1. #479 AILA AC26 Recap, AOS Memo, 39 Country Pause & CBP Updates w/ John Q. Khosravi, Esq.

    6d ago

    #479 AILA AC26 Recap, AOS Memo, 39 Country Pause & CBP Updates w/ John Q. Khosravi, Esq.

    Attorney John Q. Khosravi, Esq. is back with episode 479 of the Immigration Lawyers Toolbox Podcast, fresh off the AILA Annual Conference 2026 in San Diego. In this episode, John covers the latest developments shaking up immigration practice including the 39 Country Pause and ongoing USCIS case delays, the May 22 2026 USCIS memo on Adjustment of Status and what discretion factors are showing up in RFEs, U.S. embassy shutdowns across Africa, Treasury red flags tied to ITIN holders and undocumented clients, mass master hearings in immigration court, VAWA travel risks on Advance Parole, I-864W waiver updates, and key takeaways from the AILA CBP liaison meeting (AILA Doc No. 26060403). Whether you are navigating a tough AOS case or trying to stay ahead of policy changes, this episode gives you the practical insights you need. Timestamps: 00:00 Opening 00:33 Intro 04:18 What went down at AC26 San Diego 05:40 Cost of going to AILA conferences 08:30 39-country pause 10:14 May 22, 2026 USCIS Memo Adjustment of Status 13:58 Exceptions 15:48 Shutdowns of U.S. embassies in Africa 16:43 domestic violence survivors temporarily suspended a Trump administration policy 17:35 Always use capitalized letters when filling out USCIS software 18:44 Be careful when sending data on USCIS software 19:19 Treasury warns banks of red flags tied to customers in the US illegally 20:23  mass master hearings in immigration court 20:51 Intent of marriage while asylum pending 22:25 VAWA traveling on AP advanced Parole 23:13 Form I-864 Updates 25:10 AILA CBP Talk  AILA Doc number 26060403. 28:45 Why reading AILA Doc meetings are important for your practice 29:07 Outro 30:41 Closing Spotify | iTunes | YouTube Music | YouTube Show Notes: eimmigration Website: get.eimmigration.com Heroes Spotlight nomination page: heroes.eimmigration.com Deadline for nomination: September 25 Follow eimmigration by Cerenade: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Start your Business Immigration Practice! (US LAWYERS ONLY - SCREENING REQUIRED): E-2 Course EB-1A Course Get the Toolbox Magazine!  Join our community (Lawyers Only) Get Started in Immigration Law! The Marriage/Family-Based Green Card course is for you Our Website: ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com Not legal advice. Consult with an Attorney. Attorney Advertisement. #podcaster #Lawyer #ImmigrationLawyer #Interview #Immigration #ImmigrationAttorney #USImmigration #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationLawyersToolbox

    31 min
  2. Hero's Spotlight Paralegal Recognition Program w/ eimmigration's Triniti Burton [AC26]

    Jun 17

    Hero's Spotlight Paralegal Recognition Program w/ eimmigration's Triniti Burton [AC26]

    John sits down with Trinity Burton, Head of Marketing and Communications at eImmigration by Cerenade, to talk about the newly launched Hero Spotlight Program, a community-driven initiative to recognize the paralegals who keep immigration law firms running. Trinity shares the inspiration behind the program, how nominations and voting work, and why this kind of recognition matters for retention and firm culture. Nominations are open through September 25th at heroes.eimmigration.com, or visit the Kurzban Heroes Corner at AILA AC26 in San Diego to nominate in person. Show Notes: eimmigration Website: get.eimmigration.com Heroes Spotlight nomination page: heroes.eimmigration.com Deadline for nomination: September 25 Spotify | iTunes | YouTube Music | YouTube   Follow eimmigration by Cerenade: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Start your Business Immigration Practice! (US LAWYERS ONLY - SCREENING REQUIRED): E-2 Course EB-1A Course Get the Toolbox Magazine!  Join our community (Lawyers Only) Get Started in Immigration Law! The Marriage/Family-Based Green Card course is for you Our Website: ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com Not legal advice. Consult with an Attorney. Attorney Advertisement. #podcaster #Lawyer #ImmigrationLawyer #Interview #Immigration #ImmigrationAttorney #USImmigration #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationLawyersToolbox

    15 min
  3. #478 Immigration Firm Survival, AI Tools & Capitol Hill Advocacy w/ Joseph Tsang, Esq.

    Jun 7

    #478 Immigration Firm Survival, AI Tools & Capitol Hill Advocacy w/ Joseph Tsang, Esq.

    What does it really take to run an immigration law firm when every side of the practice is under pressure? In this episode, John Q. Khosravi, Esq. welcomes back returning guest Joseph Tsang, Esq. for a candid conversation about the state of immigration law practice today. Joseph shares what it was like attending the AILA National Day of Action on Capitol Hill, how his firm is navigating rising costs and fierce competition in both family and business immigration, and why AI has become embedded in every level of his team's work. From office design to paralegal performance, Joseph breaks down how he is pushing his staff to use AI to perform well beyond their job titles. Spotify | iTunes | YouTube Music | YouTube Follow eimmigration by Cerenade: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Start your Business Immigration Practice! (US LAWYERS ONLY - SCREENING REQUIRED): E-2 Course EB-1A Course Get the Toolbox Magazine!  Join our community (Lawyers Only) Get Started in Immigration Law! The Marriage/Family-Based Green Card course is for you Our Website: ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com Not legal advice. Consult with an Attorney. Attorney Advertisement. #podcaster #Lawyer #ImmigrationLawyer #Interview #Immigration #ImmigrationAttorney #USImmigration #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationLawyersToolbox

    18 min
  4. #477 Federal Court Update [May. 2026] w/ Kevin A. Gregg, Esq.

    Jun 5

    #477 Federal Court Update [May. 2026] w/ Kevin A. Gregg, Esq.

    What do immigration attorneys need to know about the biggest legal developments this month? In this episode, John Q. Khosravi, Esq. sits down with monthly returning guest Kevin A. Gregg, Esq. for their latest immigration law roundup. Kevin breaks down the wave of circuit court decisions pushing back on mandatory detention, the adjustment of status memo fallout, the Haitian TPS case at the Supreme Court, and key Ninth Circuit rulings on consular non-reviewability and I-130 denials. Sharp legal analysis and real passion for the people behind the cases, every single month. Spotify | iTunes | YouTube Music | YouTube Follow eimmigration by Cerenade: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Start your Business Immigration Practice! (US LAWYERS ONLY - SCREENING REQUIRED): E-2 Course EB-1A Course Get the Toolbox Magazine!  Join our community (Lawyers Only) Get Started in Immigration Law! The Marriage/Family-Based Green Card course is for you Our Website: ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com Not legal advice. Consult with an Attorney. Attorney Advertisement. #podcaster #Lawyer #ImmigrationLawyer #Interview #Immigration #ImmigrationAttorney #USImmigration #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationLawyersToolbox

    43 min
  5. #476 The Price Whisperer, Per Sjöfors [Round 2]

    Jun 1

    #476 The Price Whisperer, Per Sjöfors [Round 2]

    How should immigration law firms think about pricing in today's volatile and competitive landscape? In this episode, John Q. Khosravi, Esq. welcomes back returning guest Per Sjofors, also known as The Price Whisperer, for their first conversation since 2020. Per breaks down the three biggest developments in pricing since they last spoke, including the rise and failure of dynamic pricing, the flawed theory of economic value pricing, and the growing controversy around surveillance pricing. He and John also get into the psychology behind raising your rates, why posting prices on your website can attract the wrong clients, and what attorneys should consider before offering money back guarantees. A practical and eye opening conversation for any law firm owner thinking seriously about the business side of their practice. Per Sjöfors first joined us in Episode 129, where he introduced his pricing philosophy as "The Price Whisperer."  Spotify | iTunes | YouTube Music | YouTube  Follow eimmigration by Cerenade: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Start your Business Immigration Practice! (US LAWYERS ONLY - SCREENING REQUIRED): E-2 Course EB-1A Course Get the Toolbox Magazine!  Join our community (Lawyers Only) Get Started in Immigration Law! The Marriage/Family-Based Green Card course is for you Our Website: ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com Not legal advice. Consult with an Attorney. Attorney Advertisement. #podcaster #Lawyer #ImmigrationLawyer #Interview #Immigration #ImmigrationAttorney #USImmigration #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationLawyersToolbox

    31 min
  6. #475 EB-1A Denials, AAO Decisions & AI Risks w/ Sharon Lieberman, Esq.

    May 30

    #475 EB-1A Denials, AAO Decisions & AI Risks w/ Sharon Lieberman, Esq.

    What should immigration attorneys know about the rising tide of wrongful EB-1A denials and how to fight back? In this episode, John welcomes first-time guest Sharon Lieberman, Esq. of The Lieberman Law Firm, who also contributed to Issue 11 of the Immigration Lawyers Toolbox Magazine. Sharon breaks down the most egregious misapplications of the law she has seen in recent AAO decisions, shares her approach to crafting winning EB-1A petitions, and offers a candid take on why litigation may now be worth considering over simply refiling a denied case. She also weighs in on AI in legal practice, money-back guarantees, and why the quality of your attorney still matters more than ever. Spotify | iTunes | YouTube Music | YouTube Follow eimmigration by Cerenade: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Start your Business Immigration Practice! (US LAWYERS ONLY - SCREENING REQUIRED): E-2 Course EB-1A Course Get the Toolbox Magazine!  Join our community (Lawyers Only) Get Started in Immigration Law! The Marriage/Family-Based Green Card course is for you Our Website: ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com Not legal advice. Consult with an Attorney. Attorney Advertisement. #podcaster #Lawyer #ImmigrationLawyer #Interview #Immigration #ImmigrationAttorney #USImmigration #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationLawyersToolbox

    32 min
  7. #474 AI Receptionists, Law Firm Growth & Legal Tech w/ Ruby Powers, Esq.

    May 27

    #474 AI Receptionists, Law Firm Growth & Legal Tech w/ Ruby Powers, Esq.

    What does it take to build a thriving immigration law firm in today's fast-evolving landscape? In this episode, John sits down with returning guest Ruby to explore the real operational challenges immigration attorneys face, from AI-powered intake systems and team training culture to law firm scaling strategies. They also reflect on a powerful keynote by Amanda Knox at the NeoSummit conference and what her experience as a wrongfully detained individual means for those who work in immigration law every day. Whether you're a solo practitioner or managing a growing firm, this conversation is packed with honest, practical insight. Spotify | iTunes | YouTube Music | YouTube  Follow eimmigration by Cerenade: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Start your Business Immigration Practice! (US LAWYERS ONLY - SCREENING REQUIRED): E-2 Course EB-1A Course Get the Toolbox Magazine!  Join our community (Lawyers Only) Get Started in Immigration Law! The Marriage/Family-Based Green Card course is for you Our Website: ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com Not legal advice. Consult with an Attorney. Attorney Advertisement. #podcaster #Lawyer #ImmigrationLawyer #Interview #Immigration #ImmigrationAttorney #USImmigration #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationLawyersToolbox

    28 min
  8. #473 Marriage Fraud, Travel Ban Cases, AI Law Firms w/ John Q. Khosravi, Esq.

    May 17

    #473 Marriage Fraud, Travel Ban Cases, AI Law Firms w/ John Q. Khosravi, Esq.

    What should immigration lawyers be paying attention to right now? In this monthly Immigration Lawyers Toolbox episode, John Q. Khosravi, Esq. breaks down major developments impacting immigration practice, including AI law firms, USCIS filing risks, travel ban updates, marriage fraud findings, and common F-1/OPT mistakes. John also shares practical thoughts on building a profitable, client-focused immigration law firm in the AI era. Spotify | iTunes | YouTube Music | YouTube Timestamps: 00:00 Opening 00:33 Intro 02:55 Manifest Law's $60M Raise & the Future of AI Immigration Firms 05:57 Should Immigration Lawyers Post Prices or Guarantees Online? 08:51 Hanan v. USCIS & Marriage Fraud Findings Without a Filing 10:46 Missed Misrepresentation Issues in Marriage Green Card Cases 11:32 Transferring an H-1B Conrad Waiver to a New Employer 12:06 Why Immigration Lawyers Must Understand 8 CFR 214.2 & OPT Rules 14:12 USCIS Approvals Still Moving Forward for Travel Ban Countries 15:47 USCIS Reaffirms Strict Signature Requirements for Paper Filings 16:50 How Internet Problems Can Disrupt an Immigration Law Practice 18:12 Outro 18:37 Closing Follow eimmigration by Cerenade: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn Start your Business Immigration Practice! (US LAWYERS ONLY - SCREENING REQUIRED): E-2 Course EB-1A Course Get the Toolbox Magazine!  Join our community (Lawyers Only) Get Started in Immigration Law! The Marriage/Family-Based Green Card course is for you Our Website: ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com Not legal advice. Consult with an Attorney. Attorney Advertisement. #podcaster #Lawyer #ImmigrationLawyer #Interview #Immigration #ImmigrationAttorney #USImmigration #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationLawyersToolbox

    19 min
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In Depth Discussions, Interviews and Legal Analysis of Immigration Law and Practice with Professionals in the Field, with Host John Khosravi, Esq. IMPORTANT WARNING: This show is not meant to be legal advice and is informational only. Please contact an attorney in private for more information. This is an Attorney Advertising.

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