Episodes

Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
Tuesday Sep 17, 2024
In this episode of the American Dream Team podcast, host Matt Skye interviews seasoned immigration attorney Ahmed Yaksin, who specializes in helping clients navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration law. Ahmed introduces the concept of investment visas, highlighting the various types available to foreign investors. He explains the distinction between visas that allow for independent applications versus those requiring employer sponsorship, as well as their potential to lead to a green card. The discussion focuses on two prominent types of investment visas: the E-Visa and the L-Visa. Ahmed shares insights on the E-Visa, which operates under treaties with 46 countries, including recent additions like Israel, and details the application process and benefits. Tune in to learn more about how investment visas can provide opportunities for foreign nationals looking to establish themselves in the U.S.
Timestamps:
[00:00:53] Investment visas in the U.S.
[00:04:59] Investment visa advantages.
[00:08:54] Complexities of investment visa processes.
[00:12:30] Investment visa for American dream.
[00:15:30] The power of storytelling.
About The Show
Exploring paths to citizenship, challenges faced, and victories won—welcome to The American Dream Team, your essential guide to immigration law.

Tuesday Aug 20, 2024
Tuesday Aug 20, 2024
In this American Dream Team podcast episode, immigration attorney Ahmad Yakzan discusses the critical aspect of deportation or removal defense in immigration law. He explains that removal proceedings are initiated when individuals are inadmissible or deportable from the United States, such as crossing the border without inspection or violating visa laws. Ahmad highlights the importance of due process and the right to a fair hearing before an immigration judge. Join us as we dive into the complexities of immigration law with Ahmad Yakzan on the American Dream Team podcast.
Timestamps:
[00:00:30] Removal Proceedings Overview
[00:04:56] Fighting deportation in removal proceedings.
[00:09:39] Fighting for removal defense cases.
[00:13:01] Immigration Defense Analogy.
[00:16:10] Defending yourself in removal proceedings.
About The Show
Exploring paths to citizenship, challenges faced, and victories won—welcome to The American Dream Team, your essential guide to immigration law.

Friday Jul 19, 2024
Friday Jul 19, 2024
Ahmad Yakzan, a Tampa-based immigration attorney, shares his inspiring journey to the United States on the American Dream Team podcast. Leaving Lebanon at 18 with the dream of becoming an attorney, Ahmad faced challenges and sacrifices, including being away from his family for 17 years. Despite moments of doubt, Ahmad pursued his goals, earning four degrees and eventually becoming a U.S. citizen. His story is a testament to hard work and perseverance in the land of opportunity.
Timestamps:
[00:01:13] Overcoming challenges as an immigrant.
[00:06:01] Immigration reform impact on community.
[00:08:01] Immigration challenges in the US.
[00:13:50] Immigration and domestic violence.
[00:16:17] The American Dream journey.
About The Show
Exploring paths to citizenship, challenges faced, and victories won—welcome to The American Dream Team, your essential guide to immigration law.

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