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

No, admission denial at a port of entry is not a formal immigration proceeding. However, this information will remain in his immigration file. So, he should be candid with US immigration when seeking any future immigration benefits. If your friend had a B1/B2 visitor visa but told the officer at... View More

The humanitarian purposes that USCIS gives as examples for DACA applicants of advance parole are travel to obtain medical treatment, attend funeral services for a family member, or visit an ailing relative. Your application is processed on a case-by-case basis, and USCIS will consider other... View More

According to federal law, emergency rooms are required to provide medical treatment to anyone who needs it, regardless of their ability to pay or immigration status. Under the law, hospitals are prohibited from delaying emergency treatment to ask about a patient's immigration status. However,... View More

Yes, your U.S. Citizen father may file a Form I-130 naming you as the beneficiary, however, you would need to file a Form I-485 to adjust your status to get work authorization and a green card. Because you are not a minor, you would have to wait until the I-130 is approved and a visa is available... View More