FAMILY & STATUS IMMIGRATION

Keep Your Family Together
in the United States

From spousal visas to green cards and work authorization — we guide every step of the family immigration process with clarity, compassion, and legal expertise.

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WHAT WE DO

Family-Based Immigration & Work Authorization

Family-based immigration is one of the most common pathways to lawful permanent residence in the United States. Whether you are a U.S. citizen seeking to reunite with a spouse, parent, or child, or a green card holder petitioning for a family member, our attorneys provide strategic, case-by-case guidance to navigate USCIS requirements with confidence.

We also assist immigrants who are eligible to apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) — allowing them to legally work in the U.S. while their immigration case is pending or their status permits employment.

Did you know? Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens — including spouses, unmarried children under 21, and parents — are not subject to annual visa quotas, which can significantly shorten wait times compared to preference category petitions.
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SERVICES INCLUDED

Family Immigration Services We Offer

Every family situation is unique. We provide comprehensive support for the following immigration processes:
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I-130 Family Petition

Petition for immediate relatives and preference category family members, including spouses, children, parents, and siblings of U.S. citizens and LPRs.

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Adjustment of Status (I-485)

Apply for lawful permanent residence (green card) from within the U.S. without having to leave for consular processing abroad.

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Consular Processing

For applicants abroad or ineligible for adjustment of status — complete your immigrant visa application at a U.S. consulate or embassy.

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Work Authorization (EAD)

Apply for an Employment Authorization Document (Form I-765) while your green card or other immigration benefit is pending.

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Advance Parole

Obtain travel permission (Form I-131) so you can travel outside the U.S. while your adjustment of status application is pending without abandoning your case.

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Conditional Green Card Removal

If you received a 2-year conditional green card through marriage, we help you file the I-751 petition to remove conditions and obtain permanent residence.

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HOW IT WORKS

The Family Petition Process Step by Step

Understanding the path ahead helps reduce anxiety. Here is a general overview of the family-based immigration process:
1

Initial Legal Evaluation

We evaluate your family situation, identify the correct petition category, and advise you on processing times, required documents, and realistic expectations.

2

File the I-130 Petition

The U.S. citizen or LPR petitioner submits Form I-130 to USCIS to establish the qualifying family relationship and begin the visa number queue.

3

Wait for Visa Availability

Immediate relatives proceed immediately after I-130 approval. Preference category petitions may require waiting for a visa number to become available per the monthly Visa Bulletin.

4

Apply for Adjustment or Consular Visa

Once a visa is available, the beneficiary applies for adjustment of status (I-485) in the U.S. or an immigrant visa through consular processing abroad.

5

Biometrics, Interview & Decision

USCIS schedules biometrics and an interview (if required). Our attorneys prepare you thoroughly. Upon approval, you receive your green card or immigrant visa.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Family Immigration: Common Questions Answered

Who qualifies to file a family-based petition?
Yes, in many situations. Once you file Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status), you may concurrently apply for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) using Form I-765. This allows you to work legally in the U.S. while your green card is being processed.
U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) may file family-based petitions. U.S. citizens can petition for spouses, unmarried children under 21, married children of any age, parents, and siblings. LPRs may petition for spouses and unmarried children only.
Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens (spouses, minor children, parents) face no annual quota and often have shorter processing times. Preference category petitions may have waiting periods of several years, especially for applicants from countries with high demand like Mexico, Philippines, India, and China.
A denial is not always the end. Depending on the reason, you may have options to appeal the decision, file a motion to reopen or reconsider, or re-file a new petition with stronger supporting evidence. Our attorneys can evaluate your options and advise you on the best path forward.
Yes. Derivative beneficiaries — including minor children of the principal beneficiary — can often be included in the same family petition and proceed to permanent residence together, subject to age-out protections under the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA).
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