A U.S. LPR who has remained outside the United States for longer than one year generally requires a new immigrant visa to reenter and resume permanent residence. Given your 10-year absence, your LPR status may be considered abandoned.

To attempt to reenter as a returning resident, you... View More

The IRS allows you to gift up to a certain annual exclusion amount per person without incurring federal gift tax. For 2024, that amount is $18,000, and for 2025 that amount is $19,000. If the cryptocurrency's value exceeds this, you'll need to file Form 709, but you might utilize your... View More

Trademark rights are generally territorial, meaning they're valid within specific countries or regions. So, a lack of registration in Ghana doesn't guarantee freedom elsewhere. It is possible that the name "Bloom Beauty Bar" is already registered within other countries.... View More

Given that your Florida purchase agreement is contingent on a wetlands permit, which the buyer delayed applying for and now refuses to close or provide a date, you likely have grounds to pursue legal action. The buyer's failure to diligently pursue the permit within a reasonable timeframe,... View More

A 2012 civil ordinance violation for drug paraphernalia, while seemingly minor, could potentially impact your naturalization process. USCIS considers your moral character over the statutory period, typically the five years preceding your application. While a single, isolated incident without a... View More

Due to your entry without inspection, consular processing will almost certainly be required. Furthermore, because of the unlawful entry, you will likely need to file a waiver of inadmissibility, specifically Form I-601A. This waiver necessitates demonstrating 'extreme hardship' to your... View More

I'm deeply sorry to hear about your mother's stroke, and I sincerely hope she's making a good recovery. Given her health and the ongoing mortgage payments, it's essential to carefully consider the legal and financial aspects of managing her property.

In Florida, several... View More

Even if the property is solely in your name, if it's considered the "marital residence," your husband may have certain rights to it during the divorce process. Florida courts aim for equitable distribution of marital assets. Simply because he has not contributed financially does not... View More

The procedures for seeking asylum in the United States differ based on two primary factors: whether you are currently in removal proceedings and whether you file Form I-589 within one year of your most recent entry. The initial step involves filing Form I-589, "Application for Asylum and for... View More

Generally, a child born in the United States acquires U.S. citizenship at birth, according to the principle of birthright citizenship enshrined in the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. This citizenship does not automatically confer U.S. citizenship or alter the immigration status of the... View More

Whether you are entitled to half the proceeds from a house bought during your marriage, even if you are not on the deed, depends heavily on the laws of your specific state.

Some states are "community property" states. In these states, assets acquired during the marriage are... View More

As the trustee of this estate, your primary responsibility is to act in the best interests of the beneficiaries. While forfeiting land for debt might seem like a direct solution, it's generally not a feasible option. Forfeiture typically occurs due to illegal activity, not as a means of debt... View More

I cannot determine if your asylum clock has stopped based solely on the information you've provided. The status of your asylum clock depends on various factors. Missing an interview or court hearing can cause the clock to stop. Contact your immigration attorney to review your case in detail... View More

When a person dies, their assets must go through a legal process called probate. This process involves identifying the deceased's assets, paying off debts, and distributing the remaining assets according to the terms of their will. If your sister had a will, then the home goes to the named... View More

Generally, there's no specific time limit for staying outside the U.S. on unpaid leave while on an H1B visa. However, returning to the U.S. as soon as possible is generally advisable. Limited payrolls might raise concerns during an H1B transfer. There are some steps you can take to facilitate... View More

Generally, only one Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, is required per sponsored immigrant. This form is completed by the petitioner (the U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident sponsoring the immigrant).  

However, there are exceptions:

Joint Sponsorship: If the... View More

Yes you can submit an I-130 for your brother.

But your brother will not be able to adjust status in the U.S., unless you are a U.S. citizen 21 years or older and there is a visa available for the F4 priority category. This may take 15 to 25 years depending on your brother's country of... View More

You should immediately communicate this to USCIS and seek to properly submit the evidence requested, followed by a request for a new appointment for biometric.

You should seriously consider submitting a change of mailing address request to USCIS (your mailing address does not have to be... View More

While a communicable disease such as gonorrhea can make a person inadmissible and ineligible for a visa, you stated that you had and treated it over 10 years ago. Therefore, it is very unlikely that your history of having gonorrhea 10 years ago will prevent you from obtaining an immigration visa.... View More

Receiving Snap and Medicare does not affect your eligibility for citizenship. If you obtained your LPR through a sponsor who submitted an affidavit of support for you, it may affect them depending on the timeframe. Also, if you intend to sponsor a family member for LPR, you may need to use a... View More