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Chris Edward Gafner
New York Immigration Attorney.
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Attorney answers:

  1. Elaine Carol Schneider
  2. Stuart Jonas Reich
  3. Chris Edward Gafner
  4. Danielle L C Beach

What happens to an immigrants status if they get divorced 1 year after getting married to a U.S. citizen?

Asked by a user in New York, NY - over 3 years ago.

I agree with the comments made by the attorneys above (Mr. Reich, Ms. Schneider, and Ms. Beach). However, I would emphasis that it is important to speak with an experienced immigration attorney about your situation. For example, during the year since Mr. Reich first answered this question, the immigration agency has issued new guidance memoranda about the I-751 "Removal of Conditions" waiver. Failure to follow the immigration agency's new guidance may have a negative impact on your petition....

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Attorney answers:

  1. Edgardo Rafael Baez
  2. Herman Martinez
  3. Philip Alan Eichorn
  4. Chris Edward Gafner
  5. Ryan Patrick McClure

Are there any good lawyers that do both criminal defense and immigration?

Asked by a user in Fort Worth, TX - over 3 years ago.

The facts that you give do not appear to be compatible with each other. If your friend is a U.S. citizen then there should be no "immigration hold." I suggest you contact a local attorney who is knowledgeable in criminal and immigration law. You may need to contact two different attorneys - one knowledgeable in criminal law and one knowledgeable in immigration law. Good luck - your friend is lucky to have a friend who cares about her.

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