The Stringer Law Firm, LLC

Family Based Petitions Practice Area: Immigration Outcome: Petition Granted Description: People are often intimidated by the immigration process. And while there is ample reason for this, it doesn't have to be as complex as it is perceived. However, because timing is an important factor in filing petitions, along with immigration intent, it is imperative that potential immigrants pay attention to the timeline of their process. One such example was a case involving an American married to a man from another country. While he came into the United States legally, he later decided to file for a permanent residency visa. But, in order to avoid the appearance of immigration fraud, we had to take precautions on when to file. I am happy to say that this client is now a permanent resident of the United States and is on his way to naturalization, if he chooses.

VAWA Practice Area: Immigration Outcome: Petition Granted Description: Many citizens marry people from different countries with wrong intent. One such intent is to intimidate and abuse their spouse, be it a husband or a wife. One case that I handled involved a woman from another country who married an American. While no physical abuse was evident, psychological abuse was prevalent. I was able to assist this client in quickly obtaining work authorization, so that she could support herself, and eventually get her VAWA petition approved.