New Rule Extends Employment Period for International STEM Students
Earlier this year, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released its final rule extending the Optional Practical Training (OPT) period for students on a F-1 visa studying in the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). The new rule, which took effect on May 10, 2016, extends the STEM OPT period to 24 months. Under the previous rule, students were allowed a 17-month extension of the initial 12-month OPT period. What is the OPT Program? Internationa
Incubator Nation
Nice incubator infographic from the fine people at the American Bar Association. #A2J
Northwest Suburban Office Now Open
Our firm is expanding! We are pleased to announce the opening of our second office in Mount Prospect. Chokshi Filippone Law, LLC is committed to providing quality legal representation to our clients and expanding our services across the Chicagoland area. Located in the Northwest Suburbs, Mount Prospect is a friendly and vibrant community and we look forward to being a part of it. Our Chicago/Loop Office will continue to serve our clients in the city and surrounding suburbs. N
