Filing for immigration status for yourself or loved ones can be a complicated process, and at The Law Offices of Arnoldo Benitez, Attorney Benitez understands the struggle that many lawful permanent residents and U.S. citizens go through in order to get their loved ones into the country. If you are in need of immigration assistance, let our office help. Call or contact Attorney Benitez today to learn more.
There are two types of family-based immigration petitions by which a person may be given lawful entry into the United States. The first type is called the immediate relative categories, which has special priority status and an unlimited number of visas available every year. Those who fall into the immediate relative categories include the spouse of a U.S. citizen, unmarried child under 21 years old of a U.S. citizen, orphan adopted abroad by a U.S. citizen, orphan to be adopted in the United States by a citizen, and parent of a U.S. citizen who is at least 21 years old.
The second type of family-based immigration petition is called the family preference categories. This is for other qualifying relationships with a U.S. citizen as well as with lawful permanent residents. These relationships include unmarried adult children 21 years and older of U.S. citizens, spouses and unmarried children of lawful permanent residents, unmarried adult sons and daughters of permanent residents, married sons and daughters of U.S. citizens, and siblings of U.S. citizens. There are only a limited number of family preference visas given annually, which is why it is critical that an immigration attorney help with this type of petition.
An adjustment of status is the process by which a foreign national applies for a U.S. green card, or lawful permanent resident status. An adjustment of status allows a person to remain in the United States without needing to return to their home country to complete the visa process. This can be a complex and complicated procedure, with multiple forms, requirements, interviews, and submission of additional evidence if needed to complete an adjustment of status. You should always have an experienced immigration attorney assist in this process to ensure that everything is submitted properly to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
Also known as a fiancée visa, a K1 visa allows a U.S. citizen to bring a foreign fiancée to the United States in order to get married. The couple must intend to marry within ninety days of their arrival in the United States, and the marriage must be valid, meaning that there is a bona fide intent to establish a life together and not to simply get immigration benefits. If the marriage takes place within ninety days the foreign spouse can apply for a green card.
Are you in need of immigration assistance with a family-based petition, adjustment of status, or K1 visa? If so, the experience Attorney Benitez has gained working on various complex matters is here to help. Call the office or contact us today to schedule a consultation of your case and learn more about your legal options.
Someone facing removal, or deportation, requires immediate, urgent, and knowledgeable legal representation. Attorney Arnoldo Benitez understands the seriousness of this situation and is prepared to provide top tier legal defense for your case. We have particular proficiency in defending asylum, special immigrant juvenile status, and cancellation of removal cases. To learn more, call or contact our office today to schedule a consultation.
Those who are in the United States who have suffered past harm in their home country or fear harm if they return to their home country may seek asylum relief in the U.S. They can petition the withholding of deportation under the Convention Against Torture so long as it can be shown that the harm they will suffer or fear will suffer rises to the level of persecution and is based on the person’s actual or perceived race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinions.
Children in the state juvenile system who cannot reunite with their parents for certain reasons may petition the state court for special immigrant juvenile status in order to avoid deportation and obtain lawful permanent immigration status. Reunification with a parent or parents must not be a viable option due to abuse, abandonment, neglect, or similar grounds under state law. It must also be determined that it is not in the child’s best interests to be returned to their home country, be under the age of 18 in Rhode Island or under the age of 21 in Massachusetts, in the United States, and remain unmarried throughout the immigration process.
Cancellation of removal is also known as a waiver of deportability. An immigrant can request the cancellation of removal one time as a form of relief if they meet the following qualifications:
To learn more about the various defense options available in your or a loved one’s deportation case, do not hesitate to talk to our office today.
Do you wish to apply for citizenship or have questions about the naturalization process? If so, attorney Arnoldo Benitez is here to help with top tier legal representation. To learn more, call the office or contact us today to schedule a consultation of your case.
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