Immigration Status and Career Consequences

  • Immigration Status and Career Consequences
    Immigration Status and Career Consequences
    Newark, NJ- For many immigrants, coming to the United States is a great opportunity to get a good education, a build a rewarding career and possibly start a family. But immigration status can become an obstacle in numerous facets of an immigrant's life. Certain jobs and career opportunities are closed...
  • New Jersey Drug Courts; Who is a Good Candidate?
    New Jersey Drug Courts; Who is a Good Candidate?
    Newark, NJ- There is consensus among Americans that the War on Drugs has been largely ineffectual at curtailing drug use or reducing drugs crimes. This consensus is culminating in drug law reforms across the country. New Jersey is among the states that have joined the drug law reform fray by...
  • The Public Interest Requirement for Early Expungment
    The Public Interest Requirement for Early Expungment
    Newark, NJ- A juvenile or adult criminal record complicates a person’s life in ways they may not realize. Your education, career and civil rights can all be hindered by your criminal record. In a previous article, I discussed how you can expunge your New Jersey criminal record, and give yourself...
  • Newark Criminal Attorney vs. Public Defender
    Newark Criminal Attorney vs. Public Defender
    Newark, NJ- When you are facing criminal charges or a DWI, you have numerous important decisions you must make. Among the most important decisions is whether you will hire a Newark criminal defense attorney or a public defender. This decision can be daunting because there is no way to guarantee...
  • Jersey City Demographics and Courts
    Jersey City Demographics and Courts
    Jersey City, New Jersey- Sitting on the banks of the Hudson, just across the river from lower Manhattan is Jersey City. It is New Jersey’s second most populous city and neighbors the Newark, the most populous city in the state. The city’s proximity to Manhattan’s financial district has earned it...