Work as an independent contractor

The question is close, but the answer seems to be that even working as an independent contractor as a yoga instructor is a violation of the immigration laws. An argument can be made that you are an independent person and not taking away a job from a US worker, but the counterargument is that you would be taking away a job opportunity from other US workers who could otherwise find employment as a yoga instructor. You should wait for your work permit if you wish to be entirely legal. I note, however, that illegal work is not a bar to your receiving permanent residence since you are in the immediate relative class for immigration, and persons who take up unauthorized work are still allowed to adjust status. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee & Arthur Lee, Esqs.’ (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence