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what will happen to 6 yr old illegal imm. that has been ordered to be deported that is not in custody and is not staying with her llegal gardian?

Answered 10 years and 4 months ago by Rehim Babaoglu (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
  I would urge you to consult with and hire an immigration lawyer to assist you with this case. I don't think you’re capable of handling it. The lawyer will be able to debrief and brief you, analyze, assess and evaluate the case in order to maximize the possibilities for a successful result. I believe a juvenile court petition as an abandoned child should be filed for SIJS benefits which may lead to a greencard.  ... Read More
  I would urge you to consult with and hire an immigration lawyer to assist you with this case. I don't think you’re capable of... Read More

How do I update my spouse's existing i130 case to file i485 after I become citizen earlier than priority date becomes current?

Answered 10 years and 5 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
You may only file a Form I-130 on behalf of your wife at this time. She is not eligible to seek adjustment of status as her priority date is not current. The filing of a Form I-130 does not provide your wife with any authority to remain in the United States. Your wife's failure to comply with the terms of her F-1 visa will mean she has failed to maintain her status. She would only be able to adjust her status when you become a United States citizen. You can click on adjustment of status to find more information about the process.... Read More
You may only file a Form I-130 on behalf of your wife at this time. She is not eligible to seek adjustment of status as her priority date is not... Read More

im gay and im a us citizen my spouse is illegal and i want to know can he become legal through me and how much will i need to do the whole process?

Answered 10 years and 5 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Your spouse may be able to obtain permanent residence through you. I understand your spouse is illegal, but did he last enter the United States? Had he been in the United States? This information will help assess the costs associated with the case and the process you will need to undergo.
Your spouse may be able to obtain permanent residence through you. I understand your spouse is illegal, but did he last enter the United States? Had... Read More

applying for green card for my wife

Answered 10 years and 5 months ago by Alexander Joseph Segal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
You are required to rely on the current income and provide one most recent income tax return. Unemployment is a form of legitimate income.    Sponsoring the Immigrant
You are required to rely on the current income and provide one most recent income tax return. Unemployment is a form of legitimate... Read More

visa has expired and want to get a green card

Answered 10 years and 5 months ago by Alexander Joseph Segal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
The fact that you are a USC and have a job and speak English, lays absolutely no foundation for us to answer a question for you on behalf of another whether he or she could apply for a green card on expired visa. Generally, if you marrying that someone, they could, provided everything else is hunky dory.    How to Petition for Your Spouse... Read More
The fact that you are a USC and have a job and speak English, lays absolutely no foundation for us to answer a question for you on behalf of another... Read More

I have contacted the lawyer three times and left messages. Has not called me back

Answered 10 years and 5 months ago by Alexander Joseph Segal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
This is not really an immigration law question, if you think about it. If your lawyer is not responsive you should consider the following options: 1. Contacting the lawyer in writing and asking to return to you.  2. Contacting the lawyer in writing and instructing the lawyer to provide you with accounting of the work done vis a vis fee paid.  3. Hiring another lawyer and then going through the step number 2 but this time putting the lawyer on notice that you have another lawyer and would like him or her to stop working on your case.  ... Read More
This is not really an immigration law question, if you think about it. If your lawyer is not responsive you should consider the following... Read More

applying for the spouse?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Alexander Joseph Segal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
I think you asked this quesiton before and we answered already. You can apply using your visa foils as proof of LPR status. In this capacity, it is good for a year. It also allows you to travel. 
I think you asked this quesiton before and we answered already. You can apply using your visa foils as proof of LPR status. In this capacity, it is... Read More

Applying for the spouse?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by Alexander Joseph Segal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
You can definately apply for your wife. The petition is I-130. USe the immigrant visa endorced by CBP as proof of your LPR status. 
You can definately apply for your wife. The petition is I-130. USe the immigrant visa endorced by CBP as proof of your LPR status. 

Will my unemployed us citizen wife be able to file for my adjustment of status?

Answered 10 years and 6 months ago by attorney Harun Kazmi   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Hello. Your wife can file your green card case. She will also need to still file the financial sponsorship. However, you will need your aunt/uncle to be joint sponsors. However, you must be careful that you do not get listed on specific welfare benefits. Let me know if you would like any assistance. ... Read More
Hello. Your wife can file your green card case. She will also need to still file the financial sponsorship. However, you will need your aunt/uncle to... Read More

If I am a stay at home mother who is getting divorce can I get alimony?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Dennis Joel Leffert (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Yes, you should be able to get alimony. The only issue is how much and for how long. Alimony is not for an indefinite time. It is negotiable. Consider Mediation. Good luck.
Yes, you should be able to get alimony. The only issue is how much and for how long. Alimony is not for an indefinite time. It is negotiable. ... Read More

What should I do when the father of my two children does not want to pay child support anymore? How?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Atty. Richard B. Jacobson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
A motion to have him held in contempt of court is the usual remedy. You can also seek reimbursement of your attorney's fees in drafting and arguing the Motion.
A motion to have him held in contempt of court is the usual remedy. You can also seek reimbursement of your attorney's fees in drafting and arguing... Read More

What could I do if the father will not pay child support?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Atty. Richard B. Jacobson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Why on earth have you waited a whole year? You can, among other things, file a motion to have him held in contempt. You can sometimes collect your own attorneys fees from him if he is found to be in contempt. In addition he may be guilty of a criminal offense. Your best bet is to locate an experienced family law attorney and let him advise and represent you. It's usually worth the price.... Read More
Why on earth have you waited a whole year? You can, among other things, file a motion to have him held in contempt. You can sometimes collect your... Read More

how can I obtain copies of my approved TPS documents from 1998-2006?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Alexander Joseph Segal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
You can file a request for Freedom of Information with USCIS. 
You can file a request for Freedom of Information with USCIS. 

Are Car dealerships not obligated to refund a down payment

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by attorney Bruce Robins   |   1 Answer
What does your contract say?  While I understand and appreciate your loyalty and commitment to your family member, her situation did not give you a legal excuse to cancel the contract.  While the company is apparently allowing you to cancel, unless it also agreed to refund your downpayment, or your original agreement gave you the right to cancel and obtain a refund, I don't see any obligation on the part of the dealership to refund your deposit. P.S.  I believe, but am not sure, that you have a statutory right to cancel this type of contract within, I believe, 3 days, but am assuming that you cancelled after that time had run out.... Read More
What does your contract say?  While I understand and appreciate your loyalty and commitment to your family member, her situation did not give... Read More

Options for bringing Adopted Child to US

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Alexander Joseph Segal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
If the child is properly adopted in India, the child is your child for purposes of a nonimmigrant visa. You can seek an H4 for the child if you are on H1 or another nonimmigrant status which allows for derivative visa. If you are not in a valid nonimmigrant status, you will have to wait until you are adjusted your status to that of the LPR before you would be able to seek follow to join pettion for the child. The USCIS form will be I-824. These are your option.    For more information please see below:   http://myattorneyusa.com/immigration-law-and-practice/immigration-to-the-usa/adjustment-of-immigration-status... Read More
If the child is properly adopted in India, the child is your child for purposes of a nonimmigrant visa. You can seek an H4 for the child if you are... Read More

Does the state of Maryland have sny jurisdiction in canads for a violation of probation

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Wendy Barlow (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Your question would be best posed to a criminal attorney licensed to practice law in Maryland. You could theorectically have a warrant issued for your probation violation. I am not sure whether Maryland will request Canada take any action, but you would likely have difficulty re-entering the United States in the future. I understand you had an emergency, but did you contact your probation officer. You may be able to resolve the matter. ... Read More
Your question would be best posed to a criminal attorney licensed to practice law in Maryland. You could theorectically have a warrant issued for... Read More

How can I get the child custody arrangement that I want?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Atty. Richard B. Jacobson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
Let me state the obvious; YOU NEED A SKILLED MATRIMONIAL (FAMILY) lawyer. As to child supports: you can probably get a 'seek work' order under which he has to show at least N (OFTEN 5) applications each week. As to limit ding his access to the baby: The facts you mention could well be enough to keep from much placement with the child. .But work with a good lawyer. It can make all the difference.... Read More
Let me state the obvious; YOU NEED A SKILLED MATRIMONIAL (FAMILY) lawyer. As to child supports: you can probably get a 'seek work' order under... Read More

What could I do to ensure that my rights are protected in my divorce?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Mr. Robert E McCall (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
Too many issues to address here, hire a local attorney.
Too many issues to address here, hire a local attorney.

Filing an I-751 while living abroad, but willing to travel to the US for biometrics. Which address to use, and should we submit tax returns?

Answered 10 years and 7 months ago by Alexander Joseph Segal (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Immigration
Permanent Resident must have and be able tpo prove an intention to reside mostly in the USA and make the USA its home country. Without that intention, the status would be considered abandoned, precisely the scenario you have described. That applies to Conditional Permanent Residents too.  For more information please visit:   http://myattorneyusa.com/immigration-law-and-practice/immigration-to-the-usa/adjustment-of-immigration-status/seeking-waiver-of-joint-filing-requirement-of-uscis-from-i-751... Read More
Permanent Resident must have and be able tpo prove an intention to reside mostly in the USA and make the USA its home country. Without that... Read More

How long should I have to be separated before I file for divorce?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Divorce
You can file now and the court will wait to set the divorce hearing after one full year of separation.
You can file now and the court will wait to set the divorce hearing after one full year of separation.

Should I hire a attorney to represent me in court even if I have a set custody agreement?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by John F Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
I would certainly recommend hiring an attorney in any divorce or custody situation. The engagement should not be particularly expensive if there is already a visitation/parenting time/custody agreement in place but you certainly should have it entered as the order of the court so that it is enforceable.... Read More
I would certainly recommend hiring an attorney in any divorce or custody situation. The engagement should not be particularly expensive if there is... Read More

How do I get custody or guardianship for my granddaughter?

Answered 10 years and 8 months ago by Aimee Carol Robbins (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Child Custody
File for Guardianship.
File for Guardianship.
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