Legal Question in Immigration Law in Colorado

I have been married to a us citizen since may 2016 and she has been very violent, controlling and abusive. When i couldn't bear it anymore i left the house for her to live with a friend. During that period i applied for affirmative asylum in September 2016 and the receipt has been sent to me. I am now awaiting the finger printing appointment. Lately she called me for a reconciliation and said we could go ahead with the adjustment of status but i dont trust her since we've tried to do that in the past and she declined her sponsorship. I have evidences of the abuse, good faith marriage etc but Im a man. Ive found it difficult to make attorneys see my case but they feel i cant proceed with vawa because I'm a man. Now, my question is can i still apply for vawa while my asylum case is pending? (Im not yet called for fingerprinting or interview but have the i589 receipt) . If so, how do I proceed? Thanks.


Asked on 12/26/16, 6:01 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Charles Medina Law Office of Charles Medina

You can apply for VAWA even you are a male, if you meet the requirements. VAWA is for battered spouse, so it doesn't matter you are a female or male. Some of our male clients successfully got VAWA approved. We suggest you to consult with an immigration attorney to discuss your options.

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Answered on 12/27/16, 10:44 am


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