by Indu Liladhar-Hathi | May 20, 2016 | Ask a Lawyer, Features
Q. I entered the United States in January 2015 on an H-4 visa. Subsequent to my entry, I was subject to extreme emotional abuse by my H-1B spouse. I am considering filing for divorce, but have serious reservations because I cannot financially support myself. I would...
by Indu Liladhar-Hathi | Feb 21, 2016 | Ask a Lawyer, Features
A. I applied for my Green Card with my employer, but now I want to change jobs. Can I look for a new employer before I get my Green Card? Q. Perhaps. To change jobs while your Green Card application is pending (officially called your “Application to Adjust Status,”...
by Indu Liladhar-Hathi | Nov 14, 2015 | Ask a Lawyer, Features
How Can I Travel to Get Married and Bring My Wife Back if I’ve Just Filed for a Green Card? Q. My priority date for my employment based green card is current and I am eligible to file my application to adjust my status. After filing my application, can I travel to...
by Indu Liladhar-Hathi | Jun 24, 2015 | Ask a Lawyer, Features
Q. I am currently out of status and reside in California. I obtained a driver’s license from the DMV under AB 60. I wanted to know if I can use AB 60 to board an airplane? A. AB 60 became effective in January 2015 and directs the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to...
by Indu Liladhar-Hathi | Mar 24, 2014 | Ask a Lawyer, Features
Q.I recently returned to the United States on an H-1B visa but I was not issued an arrival-departure record (I-94 card). Do I need to worry about this? A. As of April 30, 2013, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (“CBP”) has transitioned to an automated, electronic...
