Am I required to maintain my F-1 status while my U-visa is still pending ?

It is generally advisable to maintain legal status, even during the processing of another application.

Legal guardianship of minor us citizen to e2 visa holder?

No, it does not. If you are interested in exploring other possibilities for permanent residence in the US, speak to a qualified immigration...

Will my husband be deported?

Yes, it is possible to be removed for being convicted of an offense involving child abuse. Attempt and conspiracy to commit such offenses usually...

How do we proceed after my daughter got denied a visa?

It is not clear to me based on the above whether your daughter came to the US in September or not. Can you please make it clear whether she came in...

Yes, you need a personalized statement. A good attorney can help you, based on the individual details of your case. Avvo is not a substitute for...

If a citizen divorces a foreigner before they get their residency card, does it get reported to immigration directly?

No, divorces are not automatically reported to any immigration agencies/authorities by the state government. However, if your divorce with the US...

Permanant resident in U.S. originally from Russia. I am trying to petition for my parents, but the I-130 form says I am unable

You are not eligible to file for your parents until you become naturalized as a US citizen. Your husband cannot file for your parents either. In...

Hi I have responded to RFE on dec,3 2013 I wanted to know when can i expect the decision.

It could well take longer than 60 days. If it does, that does not necessarily mean there is a problem with your case.

Are you sure the person assisting you is a licensed attorney? If so, has this attorney done immigration before? Any attorney worth his salt knows...

I need an immigration attorney, my boyfriend is in immigration holding in lousianna, he served a 17 month sentence. Help!!!!

The immigration consequences of criminal convictions depend on the exact nature and timing of the conviction. The likelihood of getting an older...