Questions answered by Sabrina Kimberly Sameshima

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Married after 90 days, can we still apply for adjustment of status?

Sabrina's answer | Answered on July 21, 2015

I am concerned by what you mean by "after 90 days." Did the foreign national spouse enter on a K-visa and you failed to marry within the required...

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Hello, My US Citizen aunt adopted 22 year old son. Can she petition him for Green card? I have heard it is possible.

Sabrina's answer | Answered on July 21, 2015

To have a valid parent/adopted child relationship for immigration purposes, a child must have been adopted while under the age of sixteen and must...

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If a representative who is not an attorney prepares the I-360 filing for EB4 Greencard, what conditions should that person have?

Sabrina's answer | Answered on July 21, 2015

Please practice caution. The act of practicing law without a license is commonly referred to as "notario fraud." Even the most well-intending...

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My case status is "Case Is Ready To Be Scheduled For An Interview" since April 15 2015. how long do i still have to wait?

Sabrina's answer | Answered on July 21, 2015

If your case has been pending longer than the tlme period listed on uscis.gov, you may contact USCIS via their website (look for "E-Request") or...

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How can my father stay in the U.S.? Is there a way?

Sabrina's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

Although you provided good facts in your post, an immigration attorney will need additional information to evaluate your father's options. A fact...

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I-601A Extreme Hardship...how the heck do I prove that??

Sabrina's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

Extreme hardship is not defined to a T in immigration law. It is determined by a set of factors such as family ties to the the US, cultural and...

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How many persons can i sponsor?

Sabrina's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

A US citizen may file for his or her immigrant parents. Generally a US citizen may petition for multiple family members at the same time. However,...

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I am a LPR (green card holder) can i lose my green card if i continue studying and finishing my master's degree abroad?

Sabrina's answer | Answered on July 17, 2015

Generally trips abroad for an extended period of time indicate a person abandons their residence. A re-entry permit is a way to preserve resident...

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My indefinitely immigration parole status in the public interest was revoked/suspended without notifying me!

Sabrina's answer | Answered on July 15, 2015

Your case sounds like it has a lot of moving parts. I recommend speaking to an immigration attorney to develop a strategy best fit for you and...

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Pregnant and awaiting an U visa Abroad

Sabrina's answer | Answered on July 15, 2015

If you are the petitioner (the primary applicant), you may want to consult an immigration attorney to discuss derivative status for your new baby. ...

Sabrina Kimberly Sameshima's Answers (219)

Married after 90 days, can we still apply for adjustment of status?

Hello, My US Citizen aunt adopted 22 year old son. Can she petition him for Green card? I have heard it is possible.

If a representative who is not an attorney prepares the I-360 filing for EB4 Greencard, what conditions should that person have?

My case status is "Case Is Ready To Be Scheduled For An Interview" since April 15 2015. how long do i still have to wait?

How can my father stay in the U.S.? Is there a way?

I-601A Extreme Hardship...how the heck do I prove that??

How many persons can i sponsor?

I am a LPR (green card holder) can i lose my green card if i continue studying and finishing my master's degree abroad?

My indefinitely immigration parole status in the public interest was revoked/suspended without notifying me!

Pregnant and awaiting an U visa Abroad