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My husband filed my I485. He didn't show up at the interview because he is abusive to me and controlling. What do I do?
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Your case requires more investigations.
Answered on Jul 08th, 2013 at 8:20 PM
Immigration Law Attorney serving New York, NY
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If your husband's action rise to the level of abuse, you can file a self-petition. You will have to present evidence including that you lived together.
Answered on Oct 27th, 2011 at 1:54 PM
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You may be eligible to file a self-petition (I-360) based upon the Violence Against Women's Act.
Answered on Oct 20th, 2011 at 2:50 PM
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Contact an attorney to help you prepare a VAWA self petition (Form I-360).
Answered on Oct 20th, 2011 at 2:15 PM
Immigration and Naturalization Attorney serving Gaithersburg, MD
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You need to act quickly to file a VAWA self petition and document a bona fide marriage and extreme mental cruelty or physical abuse by your husband. You should seek help from non-profit legal assistance groups or an experienced immigration lawyer.
Answered on Oct 20th, 2011 at 1:46 PM
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If he is abusive and you can document it, we can help by filing for abused woman under VAWA.
Answered on Oct 20th, 2011 at 1:21 PM
You may be eligible to petition yourself under VAWA. You should consult with an experienced immigration attorney to assess your options.
Answered on Oct 20th, 2011 at 12:26 PM
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You may be eligible for a VAWA or U visa where you can file on your own. You need to seek counsel from a competent immigration attorney who handles these cases. You can also call local women's groups or advocacy groups because many will prepare these for free. Google VAWA!
Answered on Oct 20th, 2011 at 11:50 AM
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You need to file a petition for a spouse of an abusive US citizen. You will need the help of an attorney.
Answered on Oct 20th, 2011 at 11:47 AM
Assault Attorney serving Richardson, TX
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This is a case here there is law to protect you called the Violence Against Women's Act. You can file yourself or hire an immigration attorney to do the filing and help you to present your case. It is best to take action quickly.
Answered on Oct 20th, 2011 at 11:47 AM