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Q: Hi,i am from Europe, i came with J -1 visa,one year ago, my visa is expired,i am gay,can i apply for asylum?

I don't want to go back to my country because i was beaten cause I'm gay,people hates the gay like in Russia,i can get proof from hospital when i was beaten,do i have any chance to apply? Thanks

Shan Dimitris Potts
Shan Dimitris Potts
answered on Aug 26, 2015

Yes you maybe able to apply for asylum if you have never visited your country after coming to the United States. Contact an immigration attorney as soon as possible to get started with your process. All the very best.

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Q: I am an American Citizen and I just got married to an European Citizen from Portugal. She entered to US legally...

I am an American Citizen and I just got married to an European Citizen from Portugal. She entered to US legally on July 28, 2015 and we got married on August 04. I would like to begin the process so my wife can get a work authorization and a green card. What should I do now? Can I do it myself? If... View More

Shan Dimitris Potts
Shan Dimitris Potts
answered on Aug 18, 2015

Congratulations,

What should I do now? - You should file three applictions I-130, I-485, I-765.

Can I do it myself? - You can do it by yourself, but if you want to do it properly without any mistakes, get an attorney to do it, they have loads of experience and will get it right in...
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Q: hi...i am from Europe,Moldova,i came like J-1 student,i am Gay and i want to apply for asylum,can i?

the problem is i've been in USA one year and 3 months

Shan Dimitris Potts
Shan Dimitris Potts
answered on Aug 17, 2015

You can apply for asylum if you have credible fear of returning to your country. Even if you have been here for only one year and 3 months you can still apply for asylum if and only if you never went to visit your country during this period. Also remember when u apply for asylum you can not go back... View More

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Q: Where do I get a lawyer for pro hac visa regarding federal suit against labor/management relations case?
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
answered on Jul 7, 2015

The stated facts are insufficient to answer your question.

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Q: Can I be a sponsor for my common law wife's son in law in Brazil? I had never adopted the daughter.
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
answered on Jun 29, 2015

Seek for advice from an experienced immigration attorney. Good luck. www.aba-us.com

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Q: How to bring my mother n law here from mexico to see her grandchildren

She doesnt own land

Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
answered on Jun 23, 2015

You can find more information about different types of visa on our website. If you meet one of the listed statuses, complete the contact form at http://aba-us.com/contact/?lang=en to learn how we proceed with the case. Good luck

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Q: I-751 interview

I had The I-751 on 12/11/14 and haven't received any response yet . They extended my passport for an another year . It looks like everything went till the officer ask us if we had any thing else to add . Where my wife notified the officer that she has just filled for divorce but haven't... View More

Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
answered on Jan 20, 2015

Seek for second opinion from an experience attorney. Good luck. www.aba-us.com

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Q: If I married an illegal immigrant and never change my last name was i ever married
Christina Marie Turovskiy
Christina Marie Turovskiy
answered on Jan 12, 2015

Changing your last name has nothing to do with whether or not you were lawfully married. However, there are obviously other requirements and you should check the local law to ensure compliance. You should have a marriage license and a marriage certificate (sometimes it is the same document... View More

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Q: My friend was granted voluntary departure after an aggravated felony conviction.Will he be able to return to the us?
Lawrence M. Kasen
Lawrence M. Kasen
answered on Apr 25, 2014

It is highly unusual for voluntary departure to be granted by an Immigration Court for a convicted aggravated felon. There must have been unusual circumstances of which you are not aware, such as the felony conviction was overturned. You should consult an experienced immigration lawyer to address... View More

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Q: Can an illegal immigrant from another country have his name legally changed in the USA? What documents would he need?
Rodney John Alberto
Rodney John Alberto
answered on May 4, 2011

Yes, you can usually do this. while I practice in New Jersey, I'm sure South Carolina has a procedure for a "name change." This is usually done through the court system. You usually have to provide proof of your identity, and also make notice in the papers. You must be sure to do... View More

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