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Will I lose my TN work visa by enrolling in drug diversion program?

Mario's answer | Answered on October 01, 2013

Just like you retained a criminal attorney to review/analyze your criminal matter, and represent you before the court, you too should retain an...

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I made my asylum interview date reschedule, and I would like to know how many days i have to wait for my new interview date?

Mario's answer | Answered on October 01, 2013

There is no specific time period by which an Applicant obtains a rescheduled interview date. Should you not receive one 60-90 days after the...

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What happens if the immigration officer is not satisfied with our proof/evidence on our marriage?

Mario's answer | Answered on October 01, 2013

USCIS could issue a Notice of Intent to Deny of the I-130 petition, and then subsequently deny it. They generally make a decision based on...

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What is the immigration process of applying for asylum?

Mario's answer | Answered on September 30, 2013

Consult and retain an attorney to assist you, as you are in removal proceedings. It is not the time to make a mistake, as the consequences are...

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Given that an H1B holder can only be "passively involved" in a business (e.g. LLC), are the following activities "passive"?

Mario's answer | Answered on September 30, 2013

I agree with my colleague. There is nothing passive about the activity you describe.

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I 485 Immigration Question. I had a arrest record in April 2011 and was found not guilty in August 2011. My employer and

Mario's answer | Answered on September 30, 2013

Please consult with your attorney, since you already have one. If the attorney represents the employer, and you are concerned about them finding...

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My husband has his interview in juarez soon.what are his chances of getting a regular I601 waiver approved if he commited one cr

Mario's answer | Answered on September 27, 2013

An ethical attorney will not be able to provide you percentages, as it would be based on unfounded data. Moreover, without knowing the "hardship"...

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RFE of recent tax year- what do I need to send in?

Mario's answer | Answered on September 27, 2013

It is definitely not a standard RFE. It is difficult to answer your question without reviewing what was submitted, and the actual RFE itself. ...

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Could I be benefited from the new Law 204(I) As derivative beneficiary of petition I-730 ?

Mario's answer | Answered on September 27, 2013

I strongly recommend you consult (and retain) an attorney to evaluate your matter. This is a very complicated section of immigration law.The fact...

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If we file for I601A waiver and got denied due to one crime history,can we re file another 1601A

Mario's answer | Answered on September 27, 2013

I do not recommend you re-file until USCIS has clarified that they will not denying I-601A provisional waiver based on the "reason to believe"...

Mario Steven Zapata's Answers (403)

Will I lose my TN work visa by enrolling in drug diversion program?

I made my asylum interview date reschedule, and I would like to know how many days i have to wait for my new interview date?

What happens if the immigration officer is not satisfied with our proof/evidence on our marriage?

What is the immigration process of applying for asylum?

Given that an H1B holder can only be "passively involved" in a business (e.g. LLC), are the following activities "passive"?

I 485 Immigration Question. I had a arrest record in April 2011 and was found not guilty in August 2011. My employer and

My husband has his interview in juarez soon.what are his chances of getting a regular I601 waiver approved if he commited one cr

RFE of recent tax year- what do I need to send in?

Could I be benefited from the new Law 204(I) As derivative beneficiary of petition I-730 ?

If we file for I601A waiver and got denied due to one crime history,can we re file another 1601A