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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: If I was to marry my fiancé of 2 yrs who is a US citizen but is on parole, will that affects me getting a green card?
Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jun 20, 2020

It most likely will not unless his criminal history involves a crime under the Adam Walsh act. Also if he’s not currently employed, he can still sponsor you but he may need to enlist a joint financial sponsor who meets the minimum income levels to act as a joint sponsor.

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2 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: We are residing in the US on H1-B visa, And company is about to declare bankruptcy.

We’ve been residing in the US for the past 5 years, and now unexpectedly the company, most likely will declare chapter 7 bankruptcy. Can we still file for immigration?

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jun 17, 2020

Yes.

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: My I-485 was denied because I didn’t file I-864 along with it. In the denial letter it says Im not allowed to appeal.

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.

Ify Princess Ikeakanam
Ify Princess Ikeakanam
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...
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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce and Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: Is limited divorce possible in Maryland for a G4 dependent visa holder since it implies separation while the

G4 visa requires to live under the same roof.

Rada A Machin
Rada A Machin
answered on May 27, 2020

It is possible to technically live under the same roof and file for limited divorce. It is rare that this happens or that a court recognizes the separation but under the Ricketts v. Ricketts case, it may be possible to prove separation even while living under the same roof. The facts must fit,... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law, International Law and Juvenile Law for Maryland on
Q: I’m currently a student in Maryland and my dad left me around 2 years ago and I haven’t know nothing about my case since
Drew Elesh
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Drew Elesh
answered on May 16, 2020

If you call our office Monday we can get more information and help you. Call 773 679 8613

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: I applied for asylum, i want to leave the country, didn’t get intervie yet, can my husband stay here without me?

I applied for asylum in US, now I want to leave because situation in mu country changed, but my husband doesn’t want to leave. Is it possible for him to stay if we divorce?

Robert Roy Klein
Robert Roy Klein
answered on May 9, 2020

You can leave him here whether you divorce or not. He won't have his own asylum claim unless he files his own application.

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: I-485 and I-864 were previously submitted by mail in two different packets because of size. The application was rejected

I-130 was submitted online and is still pending approval. The application was rejected for not having an I-864, what is the next course of action? Appeal or Refile?

What is a projected timeline for both? Will the same priority date of the I-130 be used?

Also, previous tax years have... View More

Adan Vega
Adan Vega
answered on May 6, 2020

If the FORM I-485 was rejected by USCIS then you should take action to correct the deficiencies of the adjustment of status request and re-file.

You should also ensure that you submit the receipt notice of the FORM I-130 with the FORM I-485.

The priority date of the FORM I-130 will...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: Im on a H1B visa and my sister is a citizen. Could we file i-130 and i-485 concurrently?

Would i be able to apply for i-485 at the same time as filing i130? If so, would the processing time be less?I notice the the processing times for i-130 for some service centers is 7.5 to 9 months for siblings, I had heard the waiting times could take up to 12 years, am I reading this incorrectly?

Adan Vega
Adan Vega
answered on Apr 19, 2020

The FORM I-130 filed by your U.S. citizen sibling will not allow you to file the FORM I-485 until the USCIS visa bulletin indicates that a visa is available for your priority date ( the date of filing the FORM I-130) in the FB4 category for your country of origin.

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: If I have an H-1B visa, but my employer puts me on unpaid leave and keeps my employment, what happens to my visa status?
Hector E. Quiroga
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Hector E. Quiroga
answered on Mar 25, 2020

If you are still an employee, then you should still be in compliance with your visa.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: My husband ls in Jamaica I’m us citizen Im disabled n want to file for a special needs Petition Do I need a job to file
Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Oct 21, 2019

As a US citizen, you can sponsor your husband for his green card. If you’re disabled then you will need a joint financial sponsor to submit his or her tax returns. Counsel anywhere in the USA can represent you and some of us charge a very affordable flat fee.

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: can you help me with an immigration question?

my fiance is currently in his country. when he was here he did a five year overstay. what would we need to do yo get a fiance visa?

Deron Edward Smallcomb
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Deron Edward Smallcomb
answered on Oct 14, 2019

Wait 10 years or do a hardship waiver. It would be best to contact an immigration attorney to discuss specifics.

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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: How can I reverse my green card/ AOS -sponsorship (father) after I withdraw and USCIS revoked my petition ?

In nov 2018 I filed petition. My father was here for visit . In December finger print, July 10 he left US family emergency , July 25 I file withdrawal stating the reason August 10 uscis mailed his green card. On it October 2019 USCIS sent a letter to be saying my petition revoked and sent another... View More

Hector E. Quiroga
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Hector E. Quiroga
answered on Oct 14, 2019

He won’t be let in on the green card. He will need to get a visa. Otherwise you will need to start the process all over, and he will need to apply for an immigrant visa abroad.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: Will a beneficiary getting a different country passport disrupt the spouse visa application process?

My husband is from Pakistan and has been in Germany for eight years. He will be applying for a German passport soon. Recently, our I-130 petition was approved and we are now waiting to hear from the NVC to start the visa application. Will getting the passport cause problems?

Hector E. Quiroga
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Hector E. Quiroga
answered on Oct 8, 2019

No. He will just need to note that he is/was a citizen of both countries.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: Can I still be a US citizen after my mom passed away?

So in 2013 my mom, brother and myself have landed in the United states as permanent residents (green card holders) my step dad who’s married to my mom is the petitioner and yes he is alive. Now my question is can my brother and I still file for an N400 to be US citizens?

Kevin L Dixler
Kevin L Dixler
answered on Jul 29, 2019

Yes, unless you have some other issue and want to avoid deportation proceedings.

Naturalization can take place after 5 years of lawful permanent resident status. Just make sure that you removed the condition on your resident status, if any.

I strongly recommend an appointment or...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: Immigration

Can i file for kids as a green card holder? My Husband is a United States citizen but lose his job so therefore I am the only person working in my household .

Denise Anderson
Denise Anderson
answered on Jul 8, 2019

I cannot determine from your question if you are the biological or adoptive parent for the kids, or if your are related to the kids in other ways except for a parent child relationship.

If you are the parent of the kids you can file for them. A person who has green card can file for his/...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: I am hoping to get married to my fiance in Honduras and I do not know how to file for a certificate of single status.

I am hoping to get married to my fiance in Honduras. He is a Honduran citizen and I am a US citizen, but we have been together for two years (I used to live in Honduras for two years). I looked into the requirements and know that I need to meet the following requirements: "Must provide a... View More

Dayna Lally
Dayna Lally
answered on Jun 13, 2019

You could file a Form I-129F, Petition for Alien Fiance, and marry him here in the United States within 90 days of his entry. For marriage information in Honduras, I suggest that you contact the U.S. Embassy in Honduras.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: my sibbling has approved I-130 and overstayed in USA. Will she get the immigrant visa?

1) She entered USA legally

2) She overstayed for more than 10 years.

3) She cannot applied for adjustment of status as she didn't file the case before April 30, 2001 and didn't enter the USA before December 31, 2000.

4) she cannot file form 601A as she... View More

Kevin L Dixler
Kevin L Dixler
answered on Jun 9, 2019

More information is needed. How long has she overstayed, to date? Have you checked the priority date for her designated citizenship or citizenships? What is the nationality of her spouse?

I strongly recommend an appointment or teleconference with a competent and experienced immigration...
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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: If I were to marry my boyfriend who is illegally here in the state of maryland will they deport him? We do have 2 kids

We have 2 kids together and been together for 5 years

Kelli Y. Allen
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Kelli Y. Allen
answered on May 27, 2019

Simply marrying him would not initiate deportation. If you are a U.S. citizen, there may be options for him to obtain legal status after you are married. Contact an immigration attorney for a full analysis of your case.

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: I opened a U Visa case in front of USCIS and they sent to me notice of action I-797, I want now to have EAD

I read the instructions to fill form l-765 ( form I-765 instructions) to have EAD, they said that in my case (U VISA),I don't need to fill this form and USCIS will send it to me, is that true or I must fill the form I-765 EAD (Work Permit) to have my first work permit, 2nd in my case (U Visa)... View More

Kelli Y. Allen
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Kelli Y. Allen
answered on May 27, 2019

You are not eligible for an EAD until 1) your U-visa case is approved and you receive U-visa status or 2) you are found eligible for a U-visa and are granted deferred action status while waiting for a U-visa number to become available.

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Maryland on
Q: Immigration Matter

If my kids are US citizen under the age of 10 years old but refused to go back home with my husband and I . How can my husband and I file for our residency just so the kids can have their heart desire?

Kyndra L Mulder
Kyndra L Mulder
answered on May 20, 2019

You can't. Having a child in the USA does not qualify you for LPR status.

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