Bristol, TN asked in Family Law and Immigration Law for Tennessee

Q: I am a British citizen and I have lived here in the US since 1999 I need to know my rights.

I have never worked here because my husband thought it best I stay home and take care of my two children. Now I can't work due to a disability. Now we are separated and he wants me to leave. My daughter who is almost 16 said she would move to England with me but my son who is 14 won't but wants to stay with me so I don't want to go. I need to know what my rights are as he is scaring me with his threats of taking the kids.

I can't work, so I don't have an income so I don't know what to do.. He won't pay for the citizenship test and told me he would not pay to renew my green card.

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1 Lawyer Answer
Rehim Babaoglu
Rehim Babaoglu
Answered
  • Immigration Law Lawyer
  • Memphis, TN
  • Licensed in Tennessee

A: I would urge you to consult with and hire an immigration lawyer to assist you with this case. Not because I think you’re not capable of handling it, you may will be, but in order for the lawyer to debrief and brief you, analyze, assess and evaluate your case in order to maximize the possibilities for a successful result. At a minimum, renew your green card. You may also have right to spousal support if your husband signed I-864 Affidavit of support and filed with USCIS.

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