Green Card Holder Petitioning for a Spouse: File Now or Wait for Citizenship?

Green Card Holder Petitioning for a Spouse: File Now or Wait for Citizenship?

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  When a U.S. green card holder (lawful permanent resident) marries a spouse who is overseas, they face an important decision: Should they petition immediately for their spouse under their current status, or wait until they become a U.S. citizen to file the petition? The key consideration in this decision is speed—how […]

Pathways to Legal Status for Individuals Who Entered the USA Without Inspection

Pathways to Legal Status for Individuals Who Entered the USA Without Inspection

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Charles McClintock Wilson / shutterstock.com Introduction: Understanding the Challenges and Opportunities for EWI Individuals For individuals who have entered the United States without inspection (EWI), the journey toward legal status and obtaining a green card is complex but not impossible. EWI refers to individuals who cross the U.S. […]