Questions answered by Paul Christopher Hannaford

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Does USCIS ever approve anyone if the persons have aged-out as derivative beneficiary for adjustment of status?

Paul's answer | Answered on December 07, 2015

It would depend if the person falls under the child status protection act. Under certain limited scenarios ones age can be persevered under CSPA...

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Does anyone know whether a person who came to the U.S. legally on a student visa many years ago, then overstayed that visa, then

Paul's answer | Answered on December 06, 2015

This is not an immigration question, rather a question for a benefits lawyer, I have tried to re tag the question so hopefully the right person...

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About 10 years ago I entered the U.S.illegally by crossing the border between Mexico and Texas. April 5, 2003 to be exact.

Paul's answer | Answered on November 30, 2015

Not based on the information provided. Have you ever need the victim of a crime in the US? If so you may be able to get a green card through that....

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How long after I get the favorable recommendation from USCIS can I get work permit?. I applied for J1 waiver.

Paul's answer | Answered on November 27, 2015

You seem to be slightly confused about the process and I would recommend speaking with an attorney to review your options in more detail. The...

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After applying for H4 EAD, can we travel before we received H4 EAD?

Paul's answer | Answered on November 23, 2015

The EAD is not the visa itself so provided the H4 has a valid visa there should not be an issue. The only problem may arise is the biometrics...

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Conditional green card for a child?

Paul's answer | Answered on November 15, 2015

Yes if you petition for him as you have been married to the mother for less then two years he will only receive a conditional card and in 1 year...

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Any Advice on how to proceed my case am seeking asylum here and just got married to US citizen in August,2015. Thanks

Paul's answer | Answered on November 07, 2015

I would recommend working with an immigration attorney so that they can help you and advise you on your individual facts as to the best way to...

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Change to I-797 duration when amending a change of project

Paul's answer | Answered on November 02, 2015

You really should discuss your issues with an immigration attorney as the question is not clear.

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Hello i filed i 751 jointly , but my wife want divorce , now it has been 3 months we filed

Paul's answer | Answered on November 01, 2015

I agree with my colleagues but if you would like proper individualized advice you should work with an Immigration attorney as only general advice...

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I am on adjustment of status i already did the biometrics and i still waiting for auhorization of employment and green card.

Paul's answer | Answered on October 30, 2015

Yes you can fill in a request at USCIS.gov and another when you move to your more permanent address.

Paul Christopher Hannaford's Answers (1012)

Does USCIS ever approve anyone if the persons have aged-out as derivative beneficiary for adjustment of status?

Does anyone know whether a person who came to the U.S. legally on a student visa many years ago, then overstayed that visa, then

About 10 years ago I entered the U.S.illegally by crossing the border between Mexico and Texas. April 5, 2003 to be exact.

How long after I get the favorable recommendation from USCIS can I get work permit?. I applied for J1 waiver.

After applying for H4 EAD, can we travel before we received H4 EAD?

Conditional green card for a child?

Any Advice on how to proceed my case am seeking asylum here and just got married to US citizen in August,2015. Thanks

Change to I-797 duration when amending a change of project

Hello i filed i 751 jointly , but my wife want divorce , now it has been 3 months we filed

I am on adjustment of status i already did the biometrics and i still waiting for auhorization of employment and green card.