Legal Question in Immigration Law in New York

imagration question

I got married to my wife on june 3 2008 i was born in the us but she was not she entered this country illigaly at the age of 5 month in 1988 she is now 19 how would i go about in asking for her to become a legal citazinj


Asked on 7/13/08, 11:54 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Patrick Klauss Berd & Klauss, PLLC

Re: imagration question

Has your wife ever had an immigrant petition or a labor certification filed on her behalf? Specifically, if something was filed prior to April 30, 2001, she may be eligible to adjust based on Section 245i of the INA.

You should consult with an immigration attorney before filing any paperwork with USCIS.

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Answered on 7/14/08, 10:11 am
Rachel Baskin Rachel Baskin, Attorney at Law

Re: imagration question

Has your wife or her parents ever filed an application with immigration? If so, then she may be eligible to receive her green card while in the US. If not, then she will have a more difficult time obtaining her residency. You should definitely consult with an attorney before proceeding.

Should you have any questions, feel free to contact my office.

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Answered on 7/14/08, 11:40 am


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