Questions answered by William Elmer Niffen II

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Change of Address- Giving up my green card

William's answer | Answered on December 07, 2014

Good morning. I admire your willingness to assist your parents in dealing with their illnesses. My initial question is: do you really want to give...

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Immigrant VISA for mother ?

William's answer | Answered on December 07, 2014

Good morning. You can file an I-130 to begin the process. Whether she can stay in the US and adjust status is fact specific. If she cannot...

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How long should I wait if I apply for TPS ( if they re open it in 2015) till I receive the approval

William's answer | Answered on December 07, 2014

Good morning. It's VERY difficult, if not impossible, to accurately predict USCIS processing times. There are numerous variables, like number...

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I am a U.S. citizen and would like to petition my mother who has been living in US illegally for more than 10 years.

William's answer | Answered on December 06, 2014

The good news is that your criminal record will have no effect on the petition because you are a US citizen. You should speak to an immigration...

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How long will it take for an ex parte motion to be approved or denied? Will the police be able to get involved if approved?

William's answer | Answered on December 06, 2014

This sounds like a family law issue, rather than an immigration matter. I will change the practice area. I suggest you contact a family law...

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My husband went for citizenship interview , passed the test but officer said that our lawyer made 8 mistakes on the application.

William's answer | Answered on December 06, 2014

You should call your attorney and tell him/her what happened. Hopefully the interviewer explained the mistakes so your attorney can figure out how...

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Can an legal immigrant ask her sponsor-petitioner for financial support?

William's answer | Answered on December 05, 2014

Hello. I'm sorry to hear of the issues between you and your daughter. As for the affidavit of support, that is only enforceable by the US...

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William's answer | Answered on December 05, 2014

You should not have any problems as long as you can show a valid reason for both entries. But please understand there are no guarantees. It will...

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William's answer | Answered on December 05, 2014

Good morning. You should definitely bring proof of your Christmas plans and any information on your meeting. It will probably depend on the CBP...

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If im a U.S citizen do i have to wait a certain amount of time before getting my husband a green card?

William's answer | Answered on December 04, 2014

No, you do not need to wait a specific period of time before petitioning for your husband's green card. You mentioned that your husband entered...

William Elmer Niffen II's Answers (888)

Change of Address- Giving up my green card

Immigrant VISA for mother ?

How long should I wait if I apply for TPS ( if they re open it in 2015) till I receive the approval

I am a U.S. citizen and would like to petition my mother who has been living in US illegally for more than 10 years.

How long will it take for an ex parte motion to be approved or denied? Will the police be able to get involved if approved?

My husband went for citizenship interview , passed the test but officer said that our lawyer made 8 mistakes on the application.

Can an legal immigrant ask her sponsor-petitioner for financial support?

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If im a U.S citizen do i have to wait a certain amount of time before getting my husband a green card?