Jul 12, 2019 | immigration law, VAWA, Violence Against Women's Act (VAWA)
Update on VAWA Reauthorization for Abused Spouses Domestic violence is a serious problem for any family, but it is especially devastating for immigrant families. An abuser who holds legal immigration status (either as a citizen or permanent resident) can use this to... Aug 3, 2017 | green card, Green cards, immigration law, Immigration reform, VAWA, Violence Against Women's Act (VAWA)
As a Miami immigration lawyer and an Austin immigration lawyer, I noted with interest, back in early 2016, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a policy memo making victims of abusive spouses in certain nonimmigrant (temporary) visa categories... 
Mar 7, 2016 | Good Moral Character, green card, Green cards, immigration law, Immigration reform, permanent residence, permanent residency, VAWA, Violence Against Women's Act (VAWA)
As a Miami immigration lawyer, VAWA (Violence Against Women’s Act) is one of the most pivotal pieces of legislation ever passed to protect the rights and status of women, including immigrant women. Below are some frequently asked questions about VAWA, and... 
Jan 26, 2016 | abused spouse petition, Domestic Violence, Form I-360, green card, Green cards, immigration law, Immigration reform, Violence Against Women's Act (VAWA)
As a Miami immigration lawyer, I have represented numerous clients in helping them adjust status through an abused spouse I-360 petition. Below are some frequently asked questions: What is the I-360 petition? The I-360 petition is one that U.S. Citizenship and... 
Jun 16, 2015 | derivative, derivative citizenship, Domestic Violence, Good Moral Character, immigrant victim of domestic violence, immigration law, Immigration reform, Order of Removal, permanent residence, permanent residency, VAWA, Violence Against Women's Act (VAWA)
If you are victim of domestic violence, and at the same time a non-citizen of the US, please know that even in your unfortunate situation, you have options. As a Miami immigration lawyer, I have helped clients who were victims of domestic violence seek relief in 3... Nov 10, 2014 | abused spouse petition, Domestic Violence, family-based petition, Form I-360, green card, immigrant victim of domestic violence, immigration law, permanent residence, permanent residency, USCIS, Violence Against Women's Act (VAWA)
If you or a loved one is an immigrant to the United States, and is a battered spouse, child or parent, you may file an immigrant visa petition under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). In order to do so, you...