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Can I help my mom get a green card?

Asked on Apr 27th, 2011 on Immigration - California
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I am 18 and a U.S. citizen. My mother came to the U.S. illegally 19 years ago. She has 5 children, including me, born in the U.S. and has a clean record. She has never worked, only take care of us. Can I help her become a resident? If so, what do I need to do or what's the process and how long can it take?
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Immigration Attorney serving Torrance, CA at Marie Michaud, Attorney At Law
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Your mother need 245i protection.Does she have it? (A person has protection under 245i if someone such as a relative or an employer filed a family petition or labor certification on or before April 30, 2001). In addition, you need to be 21 in order to file for her.
Answered on Apr 28th, 2011 at 5:59 PM

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