New Jersey Immigration Attorney & Adjustment of Status (AOS)

Adjustment of Status for Your Green Card

Many people come to the United States with one type of visa and after arrival they decide to change the status of the ir visa. Adjustment of Status refers to the process of acquiring lawful permanent residency (AKA a green card) from within the United States by filing an application with USCIS. Only certain aliens for whom a family-based or employment-based petition was filed and who have a current priority date can adjust their status and become permanent resident green card holders without leaving the United States. There are many issues involved in adjustment of status that must be taken into consideration for each situation. By working with an experienced New Jersey immigration lawyer you can have an easier time sorting out the issues and completing your AOS process .

Generally, there are three categories of aliens who qualify for Adjustment of Status in the U.S.:

• Those who are married to U.S. citizens and who entered legally (whether or not they have overstayed their non-immigrant visa)
• Those who have visas available to them (including spouses of lawful permanent residents), who entered legally, have not been unlawfully present and have not worked illegally
• Those protected by section 245(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), meaning that they had a petition filed for them prior to April 30, 2001 that was eligible for approval

New Jersey Immigration Lawyer

It requires a good understanding of all immigration law in order to work through the barriers of obtaining permanent residency. In addition to the normal reasons to hire an immigration lawyer, unexpected situations can arise that require legal help. If you are a foreign national or a family member of one who is seeking permanent residency, contact the Law Offices of Lloyd E. Bennett, Esq., P.C. to receive assistance. Founded in 1987, our team has the understanding that you need to get through this process with as little stress and worry as possible and we will give you personal service when helping you with your Adjustment of Status application. Se habla español.

Contact a New Jersey immigration attorney to get help with an Adjustment of Status (AOS) for a Green Card so that you can stay in the United States legally