Permanent Resident Status Applications: Your Path to a Green Card

Achieving Permanent Resident Status in the United States, commonly known as obtaining a “Green Card,” is a life-changing milestone for countless individuals. It grants the right to live and work permanently in the U.S., travel freely, and eventually, pursue Citizenship Applications. However, the process of securing a Green Card is notoriously complex, filled with intricate eligibility requirements, extensive documentation, and strict procedural demands set forth by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). At Legacy Family and Immigration Law Firm LLC, Greta Morina specializes in guiding clients through the myriad of Permanent Resident Status Applications, providing expert, personalized legal counsel to ensure a smooth and successful journey toward becoming a lawful permanent resident.

The path to a Green Card is not a single road; it’s a network of different categories and processes, each with its own set of rules and challenges. Our firm’s expertise lies in helping you identify the most suitable pathway and meticulously prepare your application to maximize your chances of approval.

Our comprehensive services for Permanent Resident Status Applications include assistance with:

• Family-Based Green Cards: This is one of the most common pathways. We assist U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders) in petitioning for their eligible family members. This involves preparing and filing Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, and then guiding the beneficiary through either Adjustment of Status (if they are in the U.S. and eligible) or Consular Processing (if they are abroad). We handle both immediate relative petitions (spouses, unmarried children under 21, parents of U.S. citizens) and family preference petitions (adult children, married children, siblings of U.S. citizens, and family of Green Card holders). We meticulously gather evidence of the qualifying relationship and ensure all financial support requirements are met.
• Employment-Based Green Cards: For individuals with specific job skills, advanced degrees, or significant investments, an employment-based Green Card may be appropriate. We assist clients with various employment-based categories, including:
  • EB-1 (Extraordinary Ability, Outstanding Professors/Researchers, Multinational Executives): For individuals at the top of their fields.
  • EB-2 (Professionals with Advanced Degrees or Exceptional Ability): Often requires a PERM labor certification process.
  • EB-3 (Skilled Workers, Professionals, Other Workers): Also typically requires PERM.
  • EB-4 (Special Immigrants): Includes religious workers, certain broadcasters, and others.
  • EB-5 (Immigrant Investors): For those investing in U.S. commercial enterprises.
    We guide employers and employees through the complex process, from PERM labor certification (if required) to the I-140 petition and subsequent Green Card application.
• Adjustment of Status (Form I-485): For individuals already present in the U.S. who meet specific eligibility criteria (e.g., entered lawfully, have an approved immigrant petition, and a visa number is available), we expertly prepare and file the Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status. This comprehensive application involves numerous supporting documents, including medical examinations, affidavits of support, and proof of eligibility. We prepare clients thoroughly for the often-required USCIS interview.
• Consular Processing: For individuals whose immigrant visa petition has been approved but who are residing outside the U.S. (or are ineligible for Adjustment of Status), we guide them through consular processing. This involves working with the National Visa Center (NVC) to submit all necessary documents and fees, followed by an interview at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate in their home country to obtain the immigrant visa stamp.
• Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS): For vulnerable children who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by a parent, we assist in obtaining SIJS, which can lead to a Green Card.
• Asylum Seekers and Refugees: For individuals granted asylum or refugee status, we assist with applying for Permanent Resident Status one year after the grant.

Throughout the entire process, Greta Morina ensures meticulous preparation of all forms and supporting documentation, including extensive evidence of relationships, financial stability, and eligibility. We actively communicate with USCIS on your behalf, respond to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), and prepare you for any interviews.

At Legacy Family and Immigration Law Firm LLC, we understand that securing a Green Card is more than just a legal status; it’s about building a future, achieving stability, and realizing the American dream. Our commitment is to provide compassionate support, clear communication, and relentless advocacy, empowering you to navigate your Permanent Resident Status Applications with confidence and ultimately achieve your goal of living permanently in the United States.