Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner
Deportation Lawyers & Immigration Attorneys Helping Families Nationwide
Step-Child Petition approved just before she turned 21 years old. If you want to sponsor your stepchild for a green card, the best route to take is to file for an I-130 visa petition. If you decide to use this petition, there are certain things you will need to understand. These include how to file for I-130 for …
Person had neither status or Green Card. We filed Military Naturalization since he was fighting in the Iraq War.At the interview, the officer was not familiar with the military naturalization. We explained and got approved and got an expedited Oath Ceremony so he could vote in the next election.
Granted Reinstatement at NVC. Person’s case had been terminated at the National Visa Center. She was going to need to restart from the beginning to process her husband’s papers again. Our office sent a Motion to reinstate. You should send a written request for reinstatement to the USCIS service center that approved the petition. Or, if …
Another PERM granted for Manager of MechanicsThe employer (Petitioner) must prove they have had the continuing financial ability to pay the proffered wage (the salary stated on the PERM) from the Priority Date (the PERM filing date) onward. This continues until the employee becomes a permanent resident. Here is a guide to the financial evidence required: Proving …
After submitting online PERM Application, it was approved in less than one month. The actual process for permanent labor certification varies depending upon the program being used. The filing of applications is the responsibility of the employer, not the employee. However, the employee can benefit from understanding the program being utilized in his/her behalf. The …
The Board of Immigration Appeals overturned Immigration Judges ruling that Petty Offense Exception does not apply. BIA decisions are binding on all DHS officers and Immigration Judges unless modified or overruled by the Attorney General or a federal court. Most BIA decisions are subject to judicial review in the federal courts. The majority of appeals reaching the BIA …
Motion to Pretermit the Cancellation of Removal Application denied as we showed sufficient evidence that he did not plead to trafficking, but rather to simple possession. The Legal Impact of a Denied Motion to Response and Opposition to a Motion to Pretermit The legal phrase “Court Denies Opposition to Motion to Pretermit” carries significant weight …
LULAC granted for person with hardly any paperwork and documents proving that he entered the U.S. in the early 1980’s. “LULAC granted”: what it means and what to do next In some older IRCA class-action cases—often called LULAC/CSS/Newman—people who were barred from applying for 1986 legalization later received relief. If your case shows “LULAC granted,” …
Unlawful presence in the U.S. can trigger the 3-year or 10-year bar upon departure. However, certain candidate may be eligible for a waiver (Form I-601/I-601A) if they can demonstrate that denial of admission would cause extreme poverty to a confirm U.S. citizen or Legal Permanent Resident spouse or parent. This open relief is complex. It also requires compelling evidence. Therefore, consult an attorney to assess …
Cancellation of Removal granted for person Securing a Cancellation of Removal after an aggravated felony conviction is an uphill legal battle, as these offenses typically trigger mandatory deportation. However, success is possible if you can prove the conviction was improperly categorized or if you qualify under specific provisions. The key lies in the categorical approach, where …
Asylum Granted — What It Means, Benefits & Next Steps Asylees gain a form of protected immigration status. This status allows them toremain in the U.S. and work legally. Moreover, they can pursue long‑term residency. They may also access other benefits under U.S. law. What “Asylum Granted” Means The asylum grant typically comes with a …
TN Visa Approval for Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts The granting of a TN nonimmigrant status to a professional working for the Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts (AOC) highlights a key application of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), formerly NAFTA. The TN classification permits citizens of Canada and Mexico to work temporarily in …
