Legal Question in Immigration Law in Massachusetts

Hello. I am over 21, a Green Card holder and just applied for Citizenship. My parent is in US on a Visitor visa which expires in November 2011. After I will receive a Citizenship I want to petition for my parent to stay and live with me in US. However, I am afraid my parent's I-94 will expire before I will be a Citizen and will be able to file a petition for adjustment of my parent's status. Therefore, my parent will be considered illegal. So, my question is:
1. will I still be able legally file a petition for a green card for my parent while he/she is in US on expired I-94?
2. Is there any "Law punishment" or my parent will be forgiven for overstaying as an immediate relative?
What should i do BEST in my situation? How Can I legilize my parent while he/she is in US and we are waiting for my citizenship approval? THANK YOU so much for your answer in advance!

Asked on 6/18/11, 5:44 pm

Ajay Arora Ajay K. Arora, Attorney-at-Law, P.C.

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Hi,

Technically your parents can be sponsored and adjust status in the U.S. even if the I-94 has expired: www.h1b1.com/sponsor.htm

You can call our law firm during business hours at 212-268-3580, or email [email protected] for options.

Answered on 6/19/11, 5:47 am

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