Murrieta Immigration Lawyer: Removal Proceedings and Adjustment of Status
When someone is in removal proceedings, only the Immigration Judge assigned to their case can decide the adjustment/green card application. I highly recommend that anyone in removal proceedings retain the services of an experienced immigration attorney to handle their case. The reason being that the outcome of theproceedings will determine whether the person before the Judge will be allowed to stay in the US or will be ordered removed or deported. If a person finds that they are placed in removal proceeding, this is not a situation they should try to handle themselves.
The first step to filing for a greencard would be to file foran I-130 Petition for an Alien Relative. After the I-130 approval, the greencard application, along with the affidavit of support and proof that your marriage is genuine, can be filed with the Court. There will be hearing on the merits of the application where both spouses must testify about their marriage. The attorney representing immigration will also inquire into the validity of the marriage with their own questions. The questions can range from any number of things to how the couple met, to details about the wedding, their plans for the future, or even their daily household routine.Once the Judge is satisfied that all the requirements have been met, the application will be approved and the person granted permanent residency.
The above scenario is simplified by assuming there are no issues that could prevent adjustment, including prior criminal arrests or medical issues. Once again, this is a very complicated issue that only an experienced, licensedimmigration attorney can help guide you through.
Tanawa Lebreton, Esq.
