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I obtained or renewed my license under the Green Light Law, will the tickets and court appearances impact my current or future immigration cases?

Yes, all interactions with law enforcement can impact immigration applications and cases, even with licenses obtained under the Green Light Law.

Will accepting EIDL and/or PPP loans affect my Green card application/renewal?

Generally, applicants will not be affected by government programs for which they are eligible unless they demonstrate that the applicant is likely to become a public charge in the United States, but speaking to a lawyer on specific case questions is the best way to be sure.

Will any COVID-related loans or programs impact my citizenship application?

Generally, no – applicants for citizenship will not be affected by government programs for which they are eligible.

I want to bring my family but the net income on my Schedule C is too low due to expenses and I can not find a co-sponsor. Will my immigration case be processed based on my 1099s as opposed to my tax returns?

Generally, the (United States Citizenship Immigration Services (USCIS) assesses current income when sponsoring an immigrant. Proof of current income that meets the requirements is needed to sponsor an immigrant. But for specific cases, you should speak with a lawyer.

Can I apply for EAD/GC renewal prior to 90 days to avoid long processing delays as my license is due to expire soon?

Generally, USCIS will accept applications 180 days before the expiration of a Green Card or Work Permit.

I feel like my lawyer is not helpful, but I have been with him for a very long time. Is it safe to fire him without repercussions?

Generally, clients have the right to choose their attorney – including hiring and firing an attorney.

My case has been stuck for a very long time. Can a lawyer assist with writing a letter to immigration to speed up the process?

Applicants can use their receipt number and USCIS’s online or phone tools to check on the status of an application. Applicants can also use USCIS online tools to determine the average case processing time for USCIS applications. Only information on the USCIS website, not Facebook or YouTube, is current and accurate information.

If I transfer my case to another attorney, will that result in delaying my case even longer?

Generally, substituting counsel should not delay an application with USCIS.

How much do you charge?

There are NO charges for any of the following services.
➡Consultation with a lawyer about a green card or citizenship issue
➡Renewal of a Green Card
➡Green Card Application for Refugees and Asylees
➡Citizenship Application Assistance
➡Removal of Conditions
➡DACA Renewal
➡Travel Documents for Refugees and Asylees
➡Citizenship Classes

The only application we charge for is the Family-based petitions I-130 and the charge is $500