Lizette suggested a little known solution for our situation. We were seeking a way to adopt an abandoned undocumented child, time was of the essence due to his advanced age. Her experience allowed us to proceed with legal custody, then an adjustment in status, which gave him a green card. After those... steps, adoption became very easy. I feel that not only did she help us gain a son, but she saved a life as well, as the minor could have been deported upon reaching the next birthday.