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I fled from war in Cameroon and I would like to seek asylum in the US. I need an attorney in Orlando or Kissimmee that can successfully represent me.
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answered on Mar 7, 2020
Discuss your case with counsel here in central Florida about the facts of your case.
Childs father was put in jail when child was 5, and subsequently deported.child is now 11 years old, they do have contact but via the internet only.he has not provided a penny of support obviously in all this time, i do not even have a physical address out of the country for him. I only care for... View More 
answered on Mar 6, 2020
You should consult with an experienced family law attorney for this information.
Is the daughter eligible for Adjustment of Status if the Mom petitions with I-130? Her tourist visa expires in 4 months. Also, considering applying for a tourist visa extension for another 6 months. Looking into options to avoid travel back to Asia, maybe permanently? Thank you
The USCIS deems that a conviction of drug trafficking is a permanent bar to good moral character. While my husband was arrested for drug trafficking 21 years ago, he wasn't "convicted." Rather, he plea bargained and plead down to a possession charge. He served less than a year in a... View More
answered on Mar 4, 2020
It depends on the type of drug and how much of it he had. He really needs to consult with an immigration attorney before he moves ahead with this.
I overstayed my visitor s visa for less than 180 days. My husband is a LPR and filed i130 to petition for me, but it hasnt been approved yet. Im currently outside the USA and considering applying for a second visitor s visa to avoid being separated from my husband for too long. If our i130 was... View More
answered on Mar 1, 2020
Aside from the fact that one should not use a visitor visa with the specific intent to pursue adjustment of status at the time of entering as a visitor, which could result in a fraud allegation at an adjustment of status interview, whether you will be adjustment of status eligible also depends on... View More
Of the US the forms were rejected for the children. Am I suppose to filed the I485 for them even though they are not in the US
answered on Feb 29, 2020
I485 needs to be filed based on approvals I-130. If your I-130 are rejected, your I-485 for then will not be accepted neither. Sounds like you need an attorney to help you with the procrss
My husband is a self employed programmer who lives in Canada and is Canadian. We have no job offer in the states and not enough money for the investment visa (500.000 $ - 1million).
I’m his wife since 10 years (German citizenship) and we have a little baby with a German and Canadian... View More
answered on Feb 29, 2020
E visa is a possibility. You are more than to give us a call at 9548925517 for more information.
I am a US citizen. We want to file for him to be able to live in the US with me. What are our options and obstacles?
We never lived together but we did visit each other 2 or 3 times a year. We've been together a total of 3 years.
answered on Feb 26, 2020
Consider scheduling a consultation with a competent, experienced immigration attorney. Your options and obstacles depend on the particular facts of your prospective case. If, for example, he has any past negative immigration or criminal history, those facts may pose certain obstacles. There... View More
answered on Feb 25, 2020
Additional information is needed in order to provide a substantive response. You should likely schedule a consultation with a competent and experienced immigration attorney who can review your case history and documentation to advise you properly. Moreover, you may not wish to discuss online... View More
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Im from germany and im here in the usa with a valid non immigrant working visa. My current employer whants to sponsor me and transferring into another non immigrant work visa class. Back in Berlin i had already the interview at the consulate. Do i have to prepare for another one here too?
answered on Feb 19, 2020
A request for a change of non- immigrant status does not require an interview with USCIS. You should be in lawful status when the request is made with USCIS.
Because of a missing document the judge couldn’t make an immediate decision at my removal hearing. I mailed the document next day, and about 2 weeks later, I received a copy of the letter ice sent to the judge indicating they received and accepted the document and waive their right to appeal.... View More
I live in the US
answered on Feb 17, 2020
You don't need to reapply. Rather, you and your mother could send notification to USCIS (if the petition is still pending there) or to the National Visa Center (if the case is now there) that you have divorced with proof thereof (e.g., divorce judgment). Using the existing petition, they... View More
answered on Feb 14, 2020
more facts are needed..is this a foreign national spouse or fiance of a US citizen/green card holder? a parent of US citizen? discuss with counsel about the facts of your case in a free consultation.
I am going through financial difficulties, but always tried to find my way out. I submitted a N400 application with the fee waiver form I912. However, after I had sent off the form, my sister sent me the money to pay the application fee. I called the post office to stop the mail from being... View More
answered on Feb 12, 2020
Wait until a decision is made on the application/fee waiver. If it is approved, you can give the money back to your sister. If not, you can refile with the fee.
The current registered agent to an LLC was deported to Cuba. They'd like to ammend the registered agent, how can go about this?
answered on Jan 28, 2020
Go to https://dos.myflorida.com/sunbiz/ and find the form to change the registered agent. I would be very surprised if it can't be done without regard to where the registered agent is currently located.
My mother has a green card. My stepfather is a US citizen and I got my green card from him. Do I have to wait 3 years or 5 years to become a US citizen?
answered on Jan 20, 2020
The "3-year rule" applies to a permanent resident applying for naturalization who is married to and living with a U.S. Citizen. So, unless you would be basing your own naturalization application on your marriage to and cohabitation with a U.S. Citizen, notwithstanding how you obtained... View More
I am married to an american citizen for 10 years prior to coming to the US, in 2018, on an L1-A (manager transfer) visa. I received my green card last December of 2019 after a petition for alien relative.
I understand naturalization has a 3 years wait time before applying, after obtaining... View More
answered on Jan 20, 2020
Unfortunately, no. The 3-year clock regarding eligibility for naturalization under INA § 319(a) begins as of the date you acquired U.S. legal permanent resident status.
Hi my friend from Canada over stayed , now she wants to go back to Canada , will she be in trouble when she leaves ?
answered on Jan 13, 2020
The U.S. is unlikely to give here any problems leaving, but if she tries to return, and the inspector at the port of entry has information which causes them to determine she overstayed, it could be a problem. Would depend upon several factors, including the length of overstay and status in which... View More
I have a business
I am an investor
I would be able to create a trust with her name.
She is interested in being able to stay for half of the year, and travel back the other half.
answered on Jan 13, 2020
Good morning,
There are several immigration vehicles that may be suitable for you and your girlfriend. Deciding which alternative is best, will largely depend on your personal goals, circumstances and the means available to you in order to achieve those goals. Therefore, to advise you on... View More
In order to immigrate to Israel, I need legal evidence from the court or department of vital statistics affirming that my father is indeed my biological father. Both my parents are deceased. I have collected extensive evidence thus far, including my father's will which names me explicitly as... View More
answered on Jan 11, 2020
You may have to be content with life in the United States unless there is a Zionist organization with an interest in supporting your cause. Immigration is considered a civil right. An Israeli immigration attorney may be able to consider the next steps, but you income will likely create challenges... View More
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