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I suffered a motorcycle accident 5+ years ago and only attempting to determine how to allow my VERY recently married Registered Nurse wife the ability to work here in the US, possibly near where we reside in north Pinellas County Florida
answered on Jan 9, 2020
That depends on where you live. Sometimes, you can find resources in pamphlets at your local immigration court, if you are close to one. Catholic Social Services sometimes can help. I would need to know where to live to give you better advice. If you are indigent, though, you will not be able to... View More 
If I'm able to move to new Mexico and still hold my citizenship process
answered on Jan 9, 2020
New Mexico? As in, the US state New Mexico? Then yes, you can live in New Mexico while your N-400 processes. Make sure to update your address with USCIS so that you don't miss important notices, and keep up with your case status by frequently checking it online.
I'm trying to get my fiancé a k-1 visa.
answered on Dec 30, 2019
You can write "unknown" if it is truly unknown - but with the current administration I'd be prepared for issues from it. If you have any contact at all with that side of the family, or anyone who may know, I'd reach out to try and get the right answer.
Good luck! (Of... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2019
That depends on the policy of the financial institution. A bank, within the bounds of certain guiding federal regulations, can allow a debtor to forbear, modify, or refinance a loan as it deems appropriate - usually by internal written policy of the bank. Notice of the foreclosure has to be... View More
So we got marries outside the States and i have never been to the US, some people said that we need to pay a lot of money for the husband to enter the US because we got married outside the US. Is this true?
Could you tell me more about the payments and fees
Thank you and have a blessing day!
answered on Dec 17, 2019
The fees for filing a spousal Green Card are rising in December 2019. After December 23 2019, you must pay approximately $1200 to DHS (or USCIS), and you must also pay processing fees at your local consulate, usually about $425 per applicant. Fees can be higher to include children. To file an I-485... View More
Would this plan work:
If EB-2 NIW gets rejected -> marry my US citizen fiancé(e) -> apply for marriage green card?
Or do I need to get married before the rejection to avoid deportation or future difficulties in applying for a marriage green card?
Potentially relevant... View More
answered on Dec 5, 2019
As long as there are no other red flags on your file, that would probably be fine. However, if that happens, you should be overly prepared for the extra scrutiny such a move will likely bring to your marriage application. I highly recommend hiring an attorney to help you with your marriage... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2019
"Title" is an amorphous concept in real estate law. A "Deed" is the instrument you record at the courthouse to evidence your "claim to title", but there can be competing claims to title even if there is a recorded deed. Your question is a little unclear, I suggest you... View More
We've received a receipt almost a year ago stating that my application was received is being process, but there's been no update since then. I've requested an inquiry just now. I'm just worried since he has another court date in Feb 20 and we haven't heard anything yet.... View More
answered on Dec 4, 2019
Please defer to the advice of the attorney who is representing him in immigration court. if he doesn't have one, i strongly suggest you hire an experienced deportation defense lawyer.
He took a video of him feeding my drugs and having his way with me and I can’t remember such happening and he threatened to send it to my family , now he deleted the link but I have someone I showed the video to since I can’t open the link can their statement suffice
answered on Dec 4, 2019
You need to speak with someone experienced with VAWA applications. Often there are charitable organizations nearby that will help you with this for no charge. Here's a link to a list in Virginia:
https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/nonprofit/legaldirectory/search?state=VA
I-485, part 6
answered on Dec 3, 2019
Yes. All children are relevant because of the income sponsorship requirements. It's really worth the investment to have a licensed and experienced immigration attorney do this for you. I highly recommend paying for help, because even small mistakes on these forms can cause big, expensive... View More
My cousin got her 10 years green card through marriage with a citizen husband. After she submitted the citizenship application from Brooklyn, New York, her husband has to move to Texas for work for 1 year, but she wants to continue staying in Brooklyn. If they just live in different cities, fly and... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2019
As long as there are no other issues or red flags, this shouldn't be too bad of a problem. BUT - I STRONGLY suggest she invests in a consultation with a good immigration attorney who is experienced with family and divorce issues so that the attorney can thoroughly screen her for any possible... View More
and then apply for travel permit while the naturalization process is underway? or should I just file for travel permits until im done with the degree?
I had filed for travel permit a few years ago for education as well and have used both my 2 year travel permits.
I will hire a... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2019
There are questions that a lawyer will need to ask you before she can give you the best advice, such as how long the program takes, whether you can travel back and forth easily, if you'll continue to pay taxes in the US, etc. I know you want an answer now but really in your situation it's... View More
now we are thinking in remarriage, what should i do for the immigration purpose, knowing that the petition still available and i can proceed with it. should i start the process all over again? or remarry and continue the pending petition?
answered on Dec 2, 2019
Well, that is a new one for me. I would probably withdraw the initial application, wait a period to make sure everything goes smoothly, and then re-file. Your relationship sounds a little volatile and that's not a good place to be while you're in this process. You should probably hire an... View More
Hi. My husband is DACA recipient . He has his brothers born here (one is then will turn 21 in 2 years). Me, over stayed, so no paperwork right now. Our daughter was born here.
We are looking for any option to get permanent residency here. Do we have any chance or not really?
I... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2019
Your husband's brother may be able to sponsor him when the brother turns 21 but he will have to have a good job to show the requisite income and the application will probably take more than 10 years. If you have been here for more than ten years and your children have any sort of medical... View More
Can he put the house in his name
answered on Nov 25, 2019
That depends on a lot of different facts. Did your grandmother leave a Will? Is your father her only heir? I strongly recommend that you seek the advice of an experienced attorney.
She went to high school/college and all in the states. I married her last year (us citizen) and had a few questions on the options we have on changing her status. I’m aware I can sponsor her as a relative but the confusion I have is that she has overstayed multiple times. Although Each time she... View More
answered on Nov 25, 2019
You need to create a complete timeline of every entry and exit. Then you need to gather all of the old passports she still has in her possession. Take the timeline and the passports to an immigration attorney for a consultation. I highly recommend you have an actual attorney review these documents... View More
Commercial property in ALABAMA was sold in 2017 with owner financing with 30% down and 7 years of monthly payments at 6%. The contract was recorded in court house as a lien. The buyer (LLC) with personal guarantee paid on time for 2 years and now filed for bankruptcy (both LLC and personal).... View More
answered on Nov 25, 2019
What kind of bankruptcy did the owner file? Chapter 7 or 13? Do you have any reason to believe the owner might be hiding other assets from the bankruptcy court? A consultation with an experienced and capable attorney would probably be well worth the expense. You need to file a motion to get the... View More
I had my daughter put it in her name since she lived here. What would I need to do to put it in my name. Would I have to pay or would she have to pay taxes on it.
answered on Nov 22, 2019
You will need an Alabama attorney to draft a deed. the taxes are due and payable and you should pay them before Dec. 31. Whether they will accept a check from your daughter depends on the practice of the local revenue commissioner. You should call the number on your tax bill to explain the... View More
My partner, Jayro, was brought into the United States from Honduras illegally by his mother when he was four. Now as an 18 year old high school senior he has voluntarily left the United States with the assistance of a lawyer in hopes of re entering legally and becoming a citizen. He has no criminal... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2019
If he is not confident that his lawyer has been forthcoming, then he can always seek a second opinion from another lawyer. I suggest you find an experienced waiver attorney who specializes only in immigration.
I live in Boston, MA but, I have no family to go to that could help me. I really need this document as I am trying to prove I am a citizen.
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