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answered on Mar 7, 2017
Yes. You should be able to request a "no record" letter from your police dept.
answered on May 22, 2017
May be too long ago, and the difficulty would be in getting a DA or Asst. police chief to agree to sign the certification of cooperation needed. 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... View More 
answered on Feb 19, 2017
Are you a US citizen or Permanent Resident? If you are a US citizen, absolutely not. You will not lose your citizenship for divorcing him. If you are asking about losing green card, that is a bit different and requires more analysis. Consider speaking with an attorney.
together. I am a US Citizen. With new laws being proposed and made whats the worse that can happen?
answered on Feb 9, 2017
1, Immediately hire an immigration lawyer.
2. If he already has an attorney, I cannot interfere with that attorney-client relationship by providing advice that may possibly conflict with the advice given to him.
3. Your question requires too much time and too many questions that I... View More
answered on Feb 2, 2017
Should not have problems unless you have criminal or immigration fraud history. I recommend that you pursue U.S. citizenship in order to perfect and protect your status.
I have a family now and married to my us citizen husband and wanted to know what would be our next steps for me to become a citizen or permanent resident and if I could even become one thanks for your time
answered on Jan 28, 2017
You have a few alternatives. First DACA and then admission after receiving advance parol or a provisional waiver. What is the best route for you depends on your individual circumstances. I suggest you consult with an experienced immigration attorney. Make sure to consult with an immigration... View More
answered on Jan 15, 2017
The TN visa is valid for up to 3 years (with possible extensions) and yes your spouse can come as well.
I am currently on H1b working for an employer.A couple of my friends recently proposed a business idea to organize social events, both of them on H4 EAD and L2 EAD and we formed a member managed LLC with me being just as a passive investor and each of us owing 33% of the share.My friends are acting... View More
answered on May 22, 2017
There is a gray area between working which would cause your visas to automatically terminate, and passively managing investments. If you have a manager and you and your partners are directing him and overseeing the business - it may be okay. However, if you guys are behind a cash register 24/7,... View More
answered on Oct 26, 2016
A green card can be revoked if the LPR commits certain crimes, in some cases drunk driving convictions. If you received a notice to appear into immigration court for removal proceedings, seek an Immigration Attorney immediately.
answered on Oct 13, 2016
I would suggest using this website to find a divorce lawyer near you to consult with.
My college is starting from 29 in Connecticut and I married and moved to Tennessee
answered on Sep 1, 2016
If you desire to continue with your education, stay in F-1 status until your permanent residency is approved. Then notify school of this new status - you might be eligible for in-state tuition.
My husband is one of my dependents, i have an eb3 immigrant visa but his visa has been in administrative case for 60 and no development has been made.
answered on Sep 1, 2016
Keep waiting, these cases take many months to decide. Or, make an InfoPass appointment with your local USCIS office and inquire. Viz: https://my.uscis.gov/appointment Good luck
\I have good friend of mine who is part of a military family in Pakistan. She fears for her life because she is a Muslim apostate (ex-Muslim) which is punishable by death in Pakistan. A cousin of her's was part of an "honor killing" in Pakistan about a month ago. I am wondering if... View More
answered on May 22, 2017
She should be eligible to visit the USA on a B-2 visa. I doubt that she would be issued humanitarian parole.
Trying to see if we could find free consultation for the steps we could do, before we hire a lawyer.
answered on Jun 14, 2016
Many attorneys including me offer free consultations via email, phone and in-person. Hope this helps.
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Trying to see if we could find free consultation for the steps we could do, before we hire a lawyer.
answered on Nov 4, 2016
I would urge you to consult with and hire an immigration lawyer to assist you and her 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... View More
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... View More
answered on Sep 1, 2016
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... View More
If I aplly for re-entry every year for 6 years will that affect my green card, will it be revoked and how does it affect on my naturalization later on ??!
answered on Sep 1, 2016
Do continue to apply for re-entry document. As for naturalization, you may find that at some point in the future you will have to spend a number of years physically residing in the USA in order to qualify. You must have more than 50% residency in the USA within the 5 years prior to applying. Good... View More
I previously applied to co-sponsor my son-in-law to come to America and live (him and my daughter currently live in England together), but I lost my job and my financial situation changed so I had to "revoke" my sponsorship. I did so by writing a letter to USCIS and letting them know that... View More
answered on Nov 4, 2016
Yes. Assuming your son-in-law's case is still pending and they haven't substituted a co-sponsor for you.
I am a US citizen and divorce and my main concern is about the affidavit of support, do i really need to file it since I am just by my self here in America and I am only petitioning my mother only. my annual yearly is 18k only but I have stable job. kindly help me. thanks.
answered on Mar 21, 2016
Yes irrespective of your marital status and the person you are sponsoring the petitioner should always file the form I-864. Contact an immigration attorney to help you with this process. All the best. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations.... View More
Two day marriage on a k-1 visa (lived here 87 days total) ..filed for 2cnd Visa this time for a wife as she returned early before A.O.S....it was approved and she allowed it to expire never returning. She went back to Crimea, Sevastopol 2005..was living in St Petersburg Russia July 2008 when I lost... View More
answered on Sep 1, 2016
In TN it is possible to divorce with publication. See an experienced TN divorce attorney.
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