Im getting married to an ex-convict who just got out of jail a year ago, would that affect my chances of getting my greencard.

As my colleagues have indicated unless your finance was convicted of child abuse, it doesn't matter if the petitioning US Citizen spouse has a...

The burden of proof is upon you to establish the legitimacy of the marriage at it's inception and the continued viability of the marriage.

Whether or not to charge an initial consultation fee is entirely up to the individual attorney. Generally you will find that most personal injury...

The absolute worst thing you can do on a USCIS form is misrepresent the facts. If the form asks if you've ever been arrested you must answer "Yes"...

No immigration till 2021

I was absent the afternoon they handed out the "crystal balls" in law school.

Can I file bankruptcy without an attorney

That would be a BAD IDEA. While anyone can represent themselves in a legal proceeding without hiring a lawyer it is unwise and fraught with peril....

If I am behind on my mortgage and cannot pay it back within the 5 yr period of a Ch. 13, will a Ch. 11 give me more time to pay?

Yes, but please bear in mind that a Chapter 11 bankruptcy case is considerably more expensive to file than a Chapter 13. Increased legal fees,...

If there's a bench trial and the plaintiff has been awarded a judgment, can plaintiff then ask for a larger judgment?

Normally no. If the plaintiff believes there were errors in the application of the law or facts, it could file an appeal.

Can I file bankruptcy to clear my debts?

Most bankruptcy lawyers offer a complimentary initial consultation to determine if you are eligible for bankruptcy relief. You should call a...

Legal terms in English

I would recommend that you contact the Clerk of the Court where your case is pending for clarification of your case status.