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402 Legal is an Omaha based business, family, and immigration law firm offering professional services that are client-centered, result-oriented and cost-effective. The firm’s commitment to maintaining a high standard of ethics and professionalism is the foundation of established relationships with clients and the community. We offer the sophistication and resources commonly associated with larger law firms with the personalized attention and accessibility of a small law firm.
Our services are client-centered, results-oriented, and cost-effective. Please call (402) 858-2020 or contact us by email to schedule a consultation for your business immigration or trademark law matters Evening and weekend appointments are available. We speak English, French, and Mina. Spanish interpretation is available upon request.
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🚨 BREAKINGNEWS: A MAJOR WIN FOR IMMIGRANT FAMILIES A federal judge has struck down the Trump administration’s blanket pause on immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries—including Togo, Burkina Faso, Nigeria, Ghana, Sudan, Somalia, Haiti, Brazil, and more. The court called the policy “patently unlawful” and ordered a return to individualized, case-by-case visa adjudication. This is a major victory—but the government could still appeal. Were you or a loved one affected? We’re here to help. 📞 402-858-2020 🌐 402legal.com WE PERSIST. #ImmigrationLaw #BreakingNews Karine Sokpoh Esquire Nomad African Immigrant Family Services -AIFS Africans in Nebraska #ImmigrantFamilies #402Legal #WePersist
🚨 BREAKING IMMIGRATION NEWS 🚨 A U.S. District Court judge has cleared the way for the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for approximately 5,000 Ethiopians living in the United States. 📌 What’s Happening: The judge denied a request to pause the termination while a legal challenge moves forward. The decision allows the administration to proceed with ending TPS protections for Ethiopian nationals. 📌 Why It Matters: TPS provides eligible individuals with temporary protection from deportation and authorization to live and work in the U.S. The protections for Ethiopians were previously extended because of the ongoing conflict in Ethiopia, this ruling could impact the lives of thousands. 🔗 Learn More: https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/18/politics/judge-allows-trump-administration-to-end-tps-ethiopians ⚖️ This content is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Please consult a licensed immigration attorney for guidance specific to your situation. 🔗 Schedule a consultation: 402Legal.com 📞 Call: 402-858-2020 We Persist. #402Legal #WePersist #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationNews #ImmigrationUpdate #TPS #TemporaryProtectedStatus #Ethiopia #ImmigrationAttorney #DeportationDefense #ImmigrantRights
🚨 BREAKING IMMIGRATION NEWS 🚨 USCIS has announced a new edition of Form I-485, and the change takes effect September 18, 2026. 📌 What You Need to Know: The new 09/18/26 edition will replace the current 01/20/25 edition and has been revised to align with the recently announced Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility Final Rule. ⚠️ Important: There is no grace period. USCIS will reject the old edition if it is filed on or after September 18. The new edition should not be filed before September 18. 🔗 Learn More: https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/alerts/uscis-to-publish-new-edition-of-form-i-485-older-editions-will-be-rejected-starting-sept-18 ⚖️ This content is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Please consult a licensed immigration attorney for guidance specific to your situation. 🔗 Schedule a consultation: 402Legal.com 📞 Call: 402-858-2020 We Persist. #402Legal #WePersist #ImmigrationLaw #USCIS #ImmigrationNews #ImmigrationUpdate #FormI485 #AdjustmentOfStatus #GreenCard #PublicCharge #ImmigrationAttorney
🚨 BREAKING IMMIGRATION NEWS 🚨 USCIS has announced new editions of Forms I-539 and I-765, effective September 15, 2026. ⚠️ Important: USCIS will reject the old I-539 and I-765 editions if they are postmarked or submitted electronically on or after September 15. The new editions should not be filed before that date. 🔗 Learn More: https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/alerts/uscis-to-publish-new-editions-of-form-i-539-and-form-i-765-older-editions-will-be-rejected-starting ⚖️ This content is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Please consult a licensed immigration attorney for guidance specific to your situation. 🔗 Schedule a consultation: 402Legal.com 📞 Call: 402-858-2020 We Persist. #402Legal #WePersist #ImmigrationLaw #USCIS #ImmigrationNews #ImmigrationUpdate #FormI539 #FormI765 #WorkAuthorization #VisaExtension #F1Visa #J1Visa #ImmigrationAttorney
💬 "I was very pleased and satisfied with my experience with Karine. She was very personable and provided me with very informative details about how to ensure my immigration application and supporting documentation was accurate. I had already done a lot of my own research and preparation and left with additional evidence I had not prepared before this appointment. Thank you!!" — Rachel Beck, Client Testimonial At 402Legal, we don’t just meet expectations — we exceed them. Attorney Karine Sokpoh and her team go the extra mile to secure your family’s future. Trust us to guide you through every step of the immigration journey. Know your rights. Protect your future. 🙌 We Persist. Book your consultation today at 402Legal.com @KarineSokpohKouassi @EsquireNomad #402Legal #WePersist #KarineSokpoh #OmahaLImmigrationLawyer #citizenshiplawyer #BusinessLawyers #ClientReviews #LegalServices #LegalHelp #HappyClients #RealTestimonials #ReliableHelp #WeStandWithYou #OmahaLawyer #SpanishLawyer #FrenchLawyer
🚨 BREAKING IMMIGRATION NEWS 🚨 ICE is planning to purchase thousands of shock-capable devices known as G.L.O.V.E.s to help officers gain compliance during encounters ($20M contract anticipated as early as Friday). 📌 Why It Matters: Civil rights advocates are raising serious concerns over oversight and community safety as immigration enforcement expands. 🔗 Learn More: https://www.wowt.com/2026/08/11/ice-plans-give-officers-gloves-that-can-deliver-painful-electric-shocks/ ⚖️ This content is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Please consult a licensed immigration attorney for guidance specific to your situation. 🔗 Schedule a consultation: 402Legal.com 📞 Call: 402-858-2020 We Persist. #402Legal #WePersist #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationNews #ImmigrationUpdate #ICE #ImmigrationEnforcement #ImmigrationDetention #CivilRights #ImmigrantRights #ImmigrationAttorney
A federal judge in Boston ruled the Trump administration can impose new limits on employment authorization for certain immigrants as part of the implementation of a 2025 law. The decision issued Wednesday means US Citizenship and Immigration Services can shorten the duration of work permits for Temporary Protected Status recipients to one year, a policy that will make many TPS holders from countries such as Ukraine, El Salvador, and Sudan no longer eligible to work as soon as this week. Plaintiffs challenging the policy haven’t shown they’re likely to succeed in proving a cap on work permits — or its retroactive application to TPS holders — is unlawful, US District Court for the District of Massachusetts Judge Nathaniel Gorton held. However, he granted a request to temporarily block penalties for failure to pay a new annual asylum fee.
🚨 BREAKING IMMIGRATION NEWS 🚨 USCIS has announced a major policy update that takes effect immediately for requests pending or filed on or after August 5, 2026. 📌 What's Changing: USCIS may now deny certain immigration benefit requests without first issuing a Request for Evidence (RFE) or Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID) if applicants fail to submit required initial evidence or establish eligibility when they file. 📌 Why It Matters: Submitting an incomplete application could now result in a denial without the opportunity to provide additional evidence. Filing a complete and well-documented application is more important than ever. 🔗 Learn More: https://www.uscis.gov/newsroom/alerts/uscis-to-reduce-frivolous-immigration-benefits-requests-by-reinforcing-evidence-standards ⚖️ This content is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Please consult a licensed immigration attorney for guidance specific to your situation. 🔗 Schedule a consultation: 402Legal.com 📞 Call: 402-858-2020 We Persist. #402Legal #WePersist #ImmigrationLaw #USCIS #ImmigrationNews #ImmigrationUpdate #RFE #NOID #GreenCard #ImmigrationAttorney
🚨 BREAKING IMMIGRATION NEWS 🚨 The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has issued a major ruling that could affect immigration detention across the western United States. 📌 What's Happening: The court rejected the government's interpretation of immigration law that allowed many immigrants to be held in mandatory detention without the opportunity for a bond hearing. As a result, many detained individuals in the Ninth Circuit may once again request a bond hearing before an Immigration Judge. 📌 Why It Matters: The Ninth Circuit is now the fifth federal appeals court to reject the government's interpretation, while two other circuits have ruled in the government's favor. 🔗 Learn More: https://news.bloomberglaw.com/ip-law/ninth-circuit-panel-rejects-trumps-immigrant-detention-scheme ⚖️ This content is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Please consult a licensed immigration attorney for guidance specific to your situation. 🔗 Schedule a consultation: 402Legal.com 📞 Call: 402-858-2020 We Persist. #402Legal #WePersist #ImmigrationLaw #ImmigrationNews #ImmigrationUpdate #ImmigrationDetention #BondHearings #NinthCircuit #ImmigrationCourt #DueProcess #ImmigrationAttorney
