Family cases we handle
- I-130 petitions for a spouse, child, parent, or sibling
- Marriage-based green cards and adjustment of status (I-485)
- Concurrent I-130 + I-485 filings for immediate relatives
- Consular processing through the National Visa Center and U.S. embassies
- K-1 fiancé(e) visas
- I-751 removal of conditions on a 2-year green card
Complications we solve
- Unlawful presence and provisional waivers (I-601A / I-601)
- Entry without inspection (EWI) and inadmissibility
- Prior denials, RFEs, or NOIDs
- Criminal history affecting eligibility
- Prior marriages, divorces, or marriage-fraud allegations
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Frequently asked questions
How long does a family green card take?
It depends on the category and where the beneficiary lives. Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens are generally fastest; preference categories can wait for a visa to become available. We map your timeline up front.
Can my spouse get a green card if they entered illegally?
Sometimes — through adjustment (in limited situations) or consular processing with a provisional unlawful-presence waiver (I-601A). This is exactly the kind of case where a lawyer prevents a costly mistake.
What does a family case cost?
Attorney fees are typically a flat fee that depends on the filing and any waivers. Get a private estimate at immigrationcost.com — government filing fees are separate.
USCIS is taking forever on my petition. Anything I can do?
If your case is stuck well beyond normal processing times, a federal mandamus lawsuit can force a decision. See mandamus.lawyer.
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