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It's been more than 4 months since I filed I-485. My case is at the TSC where the normal time is 4 months. What should I do?
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Answered on January 03, 2014
The processing times are just approximations. Remember that these cases are handled by the government and that usually means a longer than wait...
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Can my father apply to be a legal resident if he is an undocumented immigrant but has paid taxes and has Dependants?
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Answered on January 03, 2014
We need a little bit more information. Why was he in Jail? Are his children U.S. citizen that can file a petition on his behalf. Is he barred...
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We paid in full a immigration attorney and all he did was go to the jail and he lied about his work what should we do
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Answered on January 03, 2014
Well you really need to look at your contract. Going to jail is work because that is the attorney's time. Additionally, he may have advised the...
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Is voluntary dismissal "better" than dismissal? Are voluntarily dismissed charges still eligible for expunction? Immigration?
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Answered on January 03, 2014
Voluntary dismissal is fine for Immigration purposes as well as not guilty. A dismissal through certain programs may or may not be detrimental for...
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My father was deported back to mexico in 1988 is it possible for me to petition for him to get a green card now?
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Answered on January 03, 2014
More facts are needed. You can petition your father. The real issue is whether or not he would be admitted. This obviously depends on why he was...
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How long the immigration visa take to get it i am us citizen doing it for my one year old son?
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Answered on January 03, 2014
Well you may be able to do a consular report of a child born abroad. This would allow him to get a U.S. passport an prove that he is a citizen. ...
Is it true that you can apply for a work permit for a sibling once immigration received their application for a residence.
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Answered on January 03, 2014
No! The filing of an I-130 is just step one. If you are able to file an I-485 adjustment of status, than a work permit is possible. If your sibling...
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I was convicted of a first/only offense 10 years ago and ordered deported. Can I get my green card back by reapplying?
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Answered on January 02, 2014
You can not simply apply again for your green card, because the basis for your deportation still exists. However, a criminal defense attorney may...
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I am preparing my I-485 for VISA status adjustment. I have a question regarding the tax return documents from my petitioner.
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Answered on January 02, 2014
Yes, just follow the Instructions to the I-864.
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What will be the effect to my permanent resident status if I will file a divorce with my husband ?
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Answered on January 02, 2014
If you are the 10 year green card, then you are no longer relying on him for your status. You could pursue a divorce, However, it would be wise...
