Legal Question in Immigration Law in New York

divorce and immigration

I have friend who married in good faith U.S citizen ,after marriage went to visit her mother in her country ,came back and husband had moved away and did not tell her where,he does get in touch from time to time to demand money be placed in their savings account by her,threating her green card status if she fails to do so ,she would like to divorce him but doesn't want to lose her papers,What can she do?


Asked on 1/20/06, 4:43 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Andrew Nitzberg Andrew Nitzberg & Associates

Re: divorce and immigration

This is best to see an attorney.

I would be happy to consult with her for no fee. Please make an appointment by email.

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Answered on 1/23/06, 1:35 pm
Sameer Kumar Law Offices of Sameer Kumar, P.C.

Re: divorce and immigration

Your friend may have a viable case under VAWA (Violence Against Women Act). If successful it would allow your friend to obtain a green card without her husband's assistance. These are however complex cases and it would be advisable to speak to an attorney to go over the facts and see if your friend has a good case. Feel free to contact my office and we can set up a meeting to discuss the case. Sameer Kumar

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Answered on 1/20/06, 4:51 pm


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