I was 17 years old when it happened. My sentence was 5 years prison time 5 years extended suppervision. Im 32 now and its the only blemish on my record.
answered on Jul 5, 2020
Hi,
The USCIS usually weighs the criminal background of the intending immigrant for eligibility. The criminal records of the sponsoring Finance/spouse typically will not be considered. Just make sure you are an upstanding citizen now and paying taxes.
This is not legal advice**
answered on Jun 22, 2020
Hey, first of all, it looks like you are missing one important form for adjustment of status. I offer a review service for an affordable flat fee which includes Providing your Cover Letters, Ensuring all supporting documents, fees and signatures are included and mailing the package.
Every... View More 
Came over as minor on mother's passport. Stepdad air force now retired. Been here since 1983, lived on bases till I ran away from abusive home. All paper work destroyed in fire. Help
answered on Jun 20, 2020
Hi, I need more information to provide an answer. Are you sure you are a permanent resident or have just resided in the U.S for a long time?
Is you Mother a U.S Citizen?
DId your Step Dad adopt you and is he a U.S Citizen?
Are you married to a U.S Citizen?
If you... View More
If i stay outside of The united states under 6 months should i prepare any proof or document about the traveling purpose?
answered on Jun 18, 2020
Hi, as of right now, there is no new law regarding long stays outside the U.S.for GC holders. There is no harm in gathering documents regarding your travels. It could come handy when you apply for Naturalization.
Besides, staying outside the U.S for less than 6 months will typically not... View More
answered on Jun 18, 2020
Hey, it means you don’t have a Lawyer or a G-28 on record to prove that you do.
Do you need representation? Let me know more about your case.
answered on Jun 17, 2020
Hi, Unemployment benefits are not Public benefits if you are worried about passing the Public Charge test in the future.
**This is not legal advise. I will be happy to discuss with you in detail about your concerns.
answered on Jun 18, 2020
As long as your marriage is bonafide, there is no restriction for marriage. The issue of unlawful presence only arises if you seek to adjust status now.
When the GC holder spouse becomes a U.S citizen, the undocumented immigrant spouse becomes an immediate relative. The unlawful presence... View More
My wife is US citizen and i was in F-1 visa when we got married in 2015.
I worked in 2017-2019 in uber without work permit. But, I was never out of my status.
I filed tax file in 2017 single(my wife filed with her parents in 2015-2017) and in 2018 I filed tax with my wife and son... View More
answered on Jun 17, 2020
Good Morning! In addition to showing your wifes income for the affidavit of support, filing joint taxes is additional supporting documents to show a bonafide marriage.
Though Im not a tax professional and this is not legal advise, I’ll say it will be beneficial to file jointly showing... View More
a response has been made for my complaint matter by DHS/CRCL in june 11 20,they referred me to a lawyer to consult.
answered on Jun 17, 2020
Hello, give me a call today, I would like to know more about this issue and can possibly help you.
Hi All,
My wife, who is American, and I filled out my green card application. We then had it reviewed by a lawyer at a local pro-bono practice at a university. They gave it a look and said all looks fine. Nothing was changed. That lawyer then gave us a G-28 form so that they can represent... View More
answered on Jun 16, 2020
The Attorney of record does not have to be the preparer. Reviewing is different from preparing in my experience.
is expected to be 35K, if I report my last year income (18K) in affidavit of support does it affect sponsoring my family even though my current yearly income (35K) will be enough for sponsoring? Or I need to file affidavit of support next year? Thank you
answered on Jun 15, 2020
Hello there, the USCIS will consider your previous tax returns and previous income since 2020 is still going on. You could include an employment letter showing your new job and your new expected income. However, I expect that you will need a joint sponsor for this application to be approved.... View More
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I’m from Brasil, I got married at 18 from tourist visa and got citizenship, now at 25 I want to leave my husband and he threats
Hi, I got married very young when I was 18, I met someone online when I was 17 and he led me to come to USA and get married because we were in... View More
answered on Jun 13, 2020
Hi, your citizenship cannot be taken away for leaving an abusive situation. Do not be afraid to contact the police.
VAWA protects women who are abused (verbally, physically, emotionally, economically) by US citizen spouse. so even if you didn’t have papers, you can still leave and self... View More
I overstayed here in America due to Covid-19 but I filed and EOS before the expiration of I-94. I am just worried that I won't be able to comeback here in the U.S. without the EOS decision
answered on Jun 12, 2020
Hello. Yes, if you have an extension application pending, it is possible to travel without abandoning the application. This is different from Adjustment of status, where leaving the U.S. will result in abandoning the application, resulting in a denial. Moreover, COVID 19 is a worldwide pandemic and... View More
I just turned 18. I’m applying to college and I just got a job at McDonald’s. I have no other family in this country except my dad who threatens to kick me out . I don’t know much about how to live In this country . I’m still new to this country. I have no where to go and no one to help me... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2020
Hi! I am sorry that all this is happening to you. There are resources that can help you if you are kicked out and have nowhere to go.
There is hope for you! Give me a call.
***This is not Legal Advice
Very basic status. Green card through spouse (me as citizen husband) and (spouse is the person for green card) no criminal background, has daca and came to states as a B2 visitor, and has been here for years.
Have all applications in hand for process, just wanted to confirm if the specific... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2020
Hey, Call me ASAP before you submit that application. Marriage based greencard is my main practice area.
If you are referring to the 1-944, it is definitely a big part of adjusting status since 02/24/2020
If you are asking about the i-94 arrival/Departure history that is also a big... View More
Note that it also says that as at the time of my filing I was still legally present it the u.s. so I want to know the way forward.
answered on Jun 8, 2020
Good Morning, to answer your question properly, I will need more information. What was the basis of your I-485? Family, Work, Self Petition?
If you are not allowed to appeal, you may be able to file a motion to reopen and provide additional information needed.
You may also be able... View More
answered on Jun 8, 2020
Good Morning, Marriage based Adjustment of Status is my main area of practice. I am located in the Charlotte Area and I can talk to you about your case and gather more information.
Generally, To get Married in N.C, your spouse does not need to be a U.S citizen or Green card holder. All you... View More
I just got married and because of covid 19 it affects us financially. I'm thinking of filing my adjustment of status on july once we have enough money
answered on Jun 5, 2020
Good Morning. You can file as soon as you get married provided the marriage is real and not just for immigration benefits. You will have to prove that with supporting documents.
When you say “have enough money” do you mean to pay for the application forms or to pass the public charge... View More
answered on Jun 2, 2020
Protesting is not a crime and not grounds for deportation. Harry Styles would have to violate his immigration status or commit a deportable crime.
** Not Legal Advice
Will I be able to be sponsored by them without a problem? I have been working in the US for the time being and paying taxes even after the EAD expired and I have 3 other U.S citizen children under the age of 21.
answered on Jun 2, 2020
Hey, your child should be able to sponsor you with no problem assuming you are not inadmissible for any other reason. Even though you have stayed in the U.S illegally, there is forgiveness for immediate relatives of a US Citizen ( Spouse, Child Under 21, Parent).
***This message is not... View More
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