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1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and International Law for Illinois on
Q: I'm a us citizen of the United States. I would like to have my son from philippines come to America with me?

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I'm a us citizen of the United States. I would like to have my son to be able to come here to America from the Philippines. I am his biological father

Shan Dimitris Potts
Shan Dimitris Potts
answered on Jan 21, 2016

How old is your son? You need to sponsor your son for a green card. If you don't already know philippines has one of the longest wait times for green cards. If your son is over the age of 21 and married the time will be even longer. For this purposes I suggest you talk to an immigration... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and International Law for Illinois on
Q: I was arrested for speeding and possession but as I was being arrested I didn't get my rights read. Is that important?

I'm also under court supervision how will that affect me

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Nov 9, 2015

It could be important, but in very limited circumstances. Hire a local private criminal defense attorney immediately/

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Immigration Law, International Law and Medical Malpractice for Illinois on
Q: Can Private Practice doctor hire International Medical Graduate (IMG) as Medical Assistant and sponsor h1b visa?

I'm well know private practice doctor in Allergy & Immunology field. I want to hire an foreign medical graduate as my medical assistant. He needs h1b sponsorship for full time work. How can I sponsor him and hire him for one year duration ? He is currently in US on f1 visa status. Can he... View More

Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
answered on Sep 10, 2015

To save money and time you should seek advice from an experienced immigration attorney. Good luck. www.aba-us.com

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Q: I send my child on vacasion to mexico city and my family doesnt want to return my child back to the united states
Mr. David Thomas Pisarra
Mr. David Thomas Pisarra
answered on Jan 15, 2011

There is an international treaty known as the Hague Convention on Child Abduction, Mexico is a party to it, and you can seek assistance through your local district attorney in the Child Abduction Unit.

They will coordinate with Mexican authorities to have your child returned to you....
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