GREEN CARD (PERMANENT RESIDENCE)

Ways to Get a Green Card (Lawful Permanent Residence)

There are many ways to obtain a green card (lawful permanent residence) in the United States. Our attorneys evaluate each client’s background and immigration history to identify the best path to permanent residency and guide them through the legal process.

Below are the most common green card categories with brief eligibility criteria and links to official resources:

1. Family-Based Immigration

We assist individuals with proving qualifying family relationships (spouse, parent, child, sibling) and completing petitions, adjustment of status, or consular processing.

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2. Employment-Based Immigration

We represent clients in EB-1 through EB-5 petitions, PERM labor certifications, and adjustment or visa processing for professionals, skilled workers, and investors.

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3. Asylum-Based Green Card

We help eligible asylees file for a green card one year after being granted asylum, ensuring documentation is complete and properly submitted.

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4. Cancellation of Removal

We defend clients in immigration court and prepare cancellation applications for those with 10+ years in the U.S., good moral character, and U.S. citizen/LPR relatives facing hardship.

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5. VAWA (Battered Spouse/Child/Parent)

We file self-petitions under VAWA for clients abused by U.S. citizens or green card holders, handling sensitive cases with discretion and care.

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6. Amerasian Child of a U.S. Citizen

We assist individuals born during the Vietnam War to U.S. citizen fathers with filing green card applications under this special category.

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7. American Indian Born in Canada

We help individuals born in Canada with 50% or more American Indian blood apply for a green card under provisions of the Jay Treaty.

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8. Armed Forces Member

We assist members and veterans of the U.S. military in applying for permanent residence based on qualifying service.

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9. Cuban Adjustment Act

We support Cuban nationals who have been present in the U.S. for one year in applying for permanent residence under this law.

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10. NACARA

We represent eligible nationals of Nicaragua, Cuba, El Salvador, Guatemala, and former Soviet bloc countries under NACARA and handle filings and hearings.

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11. Indochinese Parole Adjustment

We guide eligible nationals of Vietnam, Laos, or Cambodia paroled into the U.S. before October 1, 1997, through the adjustment process.

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12. S Visa (Witness or Informant)

We work with law enforcement and federal agencies to help individuals granted S visas apply for lawful permanent residence.

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13. U Visa (Victim of Criminal Activity)

We help U visa holders apply for a green card after meeting requirements such as cooperation with law enforcement and three years in U status.

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14. T Visa (Victim of Human Trafficking)

We assist trafficking survivors with green card applications after maintaining T status and meeting eligibility requirements.

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15. Registry

We help long-term residents who have lived in the U.S. continuously since before January 1, 1972, apply for permanent residence through registry.

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16. Diversity Visa Lottery

We assist lottery winners with preparing their green card applications, including DS-260 processing or adjustment of status.

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Other Services We Provide

Adjustment of Status (if you’re in the U.S.) or Consular Processing (if abroad)

Re-Entry Permits for extended stays outside the U.S.

Advance Parole and Employment Authorization Documents for applicants with pending green cards

Waivers of Inadmissibility if required for your application

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Contact our office today to speak with an attorney. We’ll help you understand your eligibility and navigate the green card process with confidence.

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