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David Inpyo Lee
Los Angeles Immigration Attorney.
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How can I become a legal resident?

Asked by a user in North Hollywood, CA - almost 2 years ago.

Unfortunately, you and your brother will not be able to adjust status through your mother or sister because you are both adults (21 and over) and out of status. The way the law is now, your only way of adjusting status (green card) is through marriage to a U.S. citizen. You can hope for immigration reform.

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Please answer as soon as possible, it's a long question, so I explained in more details bellow.

Asked by a user in Merriam, KS - almost 2 years ago.

Once you become a citizen, you can apply for your mother. Once your mother becomes a permanent resident, she can apply for your sister. The F2A category is taking a little over a year. But you have to calculate the time it takes for the I-130, then the time for the NVC (national visa center) to get all immigrant visa documents, then the embassy/consulate to process everything. Your sister should be able to enter after a few years. If you want your sister to be here, you may consider F1 for...

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In the I-90 form Question 12. Class of Admission. What does that mean or were do I find it on the card?

Asked by a user in Redlands, CA - over 1 year ago.

look on your permanent resident card

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Can I marry an illigal immigrant?

Asked by a user in Orange, CA - almost 2 years ago.

if she entered illegally, there is nothing you can do for her here (according to current law). You can marry her abroad (in her home country) but you run the risk of her being barred for 3/10 years (depending on how long she has remained illegally in the U.S.). You can request a waiver of the 3/10 years bar (not easily granted, but you are in the military so they may take that into consideration). OR you can just hope that the illusive (like a unicorn) immigration reform happens sometime...

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I am on an F-1 visa and have two years left. What are the requirements to change this to something more permanent here?

Asked by a user in San Francisco, CA - almost 2 years ago.

there are several options if you qualify--employment (H-1B, E employee, etc.). Investment--E1/E2. Family--if you have a U.S. citizen or permanent resident family member.

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Was rear ended at red light.I went to see doctor who referred me to a lawyer, who pushed me to settle claim I'm more injured..

Asked by a user in San Antonio, TX - over 1 year ago.

your lawyer and doctor should be hung. Find a legal and medical malpractice attorney in your area and sue both. Seems like they were more interested in a quick settlement than your well being. Even minor accidents can cause serious injury depending on the circumstances. Hope you find justice.

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Sponsoring my immigrant husband?

Asked by a user in Chicago, IL - almost 2 years ago.

He must provide evidence that he was eligible to marry you (divorce from his prior spouse) or your marriage is not legal. Furthermore, if your husband entered the U.S. illegally, you cannot sponsor him within the U.S. (he will be removed/deported); if he entered legally but overstayed, you can sponsor him after he has evidence his prior marriage was dissolved.

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Can a permanent resident be deported if convicted of unemployment fraud?

Asked by a user in Paradise Valley, AZ - almost 2 years ago.

usually, USCIS will not remove/deport a permanent resident unless it is an aggravated felony (or s/he has several criminal records).

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I had my N400 interview last may 25, i passed but the thing is i said no for arrest bec its dismmised then he send me letter

Asked by a user in Stamford, CT - almost 2 years ago.

the fact is, you were arrested (even if the record was expunged). As long as the court disposition states everything is cleared, you should be okay. If the officer is a jerk (likely), he may say that you lied. But that can be easily explained. You will be fine. By the way, even if your record was expunged, USCIS checks your background with FBI files (which has everything--including expunged records).

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Travel or not?

Asked by a user in Stockton, CA - over 1 year ago.

She will be able to return to the U.S. As for her entering Mexico, I believe you need a visa. Please contact the Mexican embassy/consulate or check with the U.S. department of state website.

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