DACA Updates Following SCOTUS Decision- June 18, 2020

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On June 18, 2020, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration unlawfully cancelled DACA! This is a relief for the more than 800,000 community members with DACA status who have been waiting for a decision for years.

While we wait for concrete guidance from USCIS, here is a helpful handout from the Immigration Legal Resource Center for understanding yesterday’s Supreme Court DACA decision.  

Mary Beth and Brittan are available for consultations at (425) 374-1681.

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DACA Renewals with Schwartz & Sheehan- Supreme Court DACA Decision Pending

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DACA Renewals with Schwartz & Sheehan- Supreme Court DACA Decision Pending

The U.S. Supreme Court is currently reviewing the legal challenges against terminating the DACA program and a decision is expected no later than June 2020. DACA recipients who are in current DACA status may continue to file renewal applications at this time—but note that this may change quickly upon issuance of the Supreme Court’s decision.

At Schwartz & Sheehan, we are prepared to promptly assess and complete your DACA renewal application remotely and electronically. We know this is an exceptionally stressful and uncertain time, and we are committed to guiding you through the renewal process.  

The Seattle Office of Immigrant & Refugee Affairs has compiled local resources that may be available to you for Financial Assistance for DACA Renewals.

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