If an illegal immigrant is gaining legal status by claiming abuse can she still do it if her spouse files for divorce

Asked in Phoenix, AZ - over 2 years

i am a us citizen who married an illegal immigrant. about seven months ago my wife left me and i heard that she checked into a womens shelter claiming abuse to gain legal status. i had to fight an order of protection and won. i heard from her family that she was almost successfully done with the process.my question is will i ruin that process by filing for divorce?

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Ronee F Korbin Steiner

Ronee F Korbin Steiner

Scottsdale Divorce / Separation Lawyer

Licensed in AZ

Answered over 2 years ago. I don't practice in immigration but it won't likely change anything.
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Nicklaus James Misiti

Nicklaus James Misiti

New York Immigration Attorney

Answered over 2 years ago. No, you can't "ruin" it. So sorry
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