VAWA Green Card – For Spouses Abused by U.S. Citizens or Green Card Holders
Under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), you may self-petition for a green card without your abuser’s help or knowledge if:
- You are (or were) married to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
- You experienced physical abuse, emotional cruelty, or extreme mental harm
- You lived with your spouse and entered the marriage in good faith
Both men and women are eligible under VAWA. Your children may also qualify as derivatives.
We help clients file Form I-360, followed by Adjustment of Status (I-485) if eligible. Your confidentiality is fully protected throughout the process.
U Visa – For Victims of Qualifying Crimes Who Cooperate with Law Enforcement
The U visa provides legal status and a path to a green card for victims of certain serious crimes committed in the U.S., including:
- Domestic violence
- Sexual assault or abuse
- Kidnapping
- Stalking
- Robbery with violence
- Other qualifying crimes
To qualify, you must:
- Be a victim of a qualifying crime
- Suffer substantial physical or mental abuse
- Assist or be willing to assist law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution
We help you obtain a Law Enforcement Certification (Form I-918B) and build a strong case with medical, police, and psychological evidence.
T Visa – For Victims of Human Trafficking
The T visa is available to individuals brought to the U.S. (or kept here) through force, fraud, or coercion for labor or sex trafficking.
Eligibility includes:
- Being a victim of trafficking (even if undocumented)
- Being physically present in the U.S. due to trafficking
- Cooperating with law enforcement unless you are under 18 or exempt
- Suffering extreme hardship if removed
T visa holders may apply for a green card after three years. We work closely with survivors, social workers, and law enforcement to build a safe and complete case.
H-4 EAD for Victims of Spousal Abuse
If you are the spouse of an H-1B visa holder and facing spousal abuse, you may be eligible for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) under the VAWA protections for H-4 dependents.
- You do not need the abuser’s consent or support
- Filing is confidential
- You gain financial independence while pursuing other immigration relief
We help prepare Form I-765V with evidence of abuse and your H-4 status.
I-751 Waiver – Removing Conditions After Marriage Abuse
If you received a conditional green card through marriage and later suffered domestic violence or cruelty, you can request a waiver of the joint filing requirement on Form I-751.
You don’t need your spouse’s signature to remove conditions if:
- You entered the marriage in good faith
- You were abused or subjected to extreme cruelty
- You are now divorced or separated
We guide you through building an independent I-751 petition with affidavits, therapist letters, police records, and other crucial documentation.
I-589 Asylum – For Victims of Persecution
If you’ve suffered past persecution or fear future persecution in your home country due to:
- Gender-based violence
- Sexual orientation
- Religion
- Political opinion
- Domestic violence that your government won’t protect you from
You may qualify for asylum in the U.S. by filing Form I-589. Asylum can lead to a green card after one year and eventually citizenship.
Our firm helps victims prepare detailed affidavits and gather country conditions, expert reports, and psychological evaluations to strengthen your claim.
