Redan, GA Immigration Law Firms & Lawyers

Generally, an adult U.S. citizen may sponsor a parent for adjustment of status to become a Lawful Permanent Resident (to get a "Green Card") when that parent entered the U.S. lawfully and with inspection (and may do so regardless of whether the parent may have overstayed an initial visa). The adult U.S. citizen also may petition for a stepparent as a derivative beneficiary of the parent. Of course, there are many other details that determine eligibility. It would be wise for you, your father and your stepmother to consult with an immigration attorney who, after learning all of the relevant facts, could advise about eligibilities, options and strategies, and then could offer legal representation in the often quite complex application process.

In order to provide a legal analysis of the impact of an application for needs-based public assistance, it will be important to know your current immigration status and your immigration-related goals. Are you lawfully present with a nonimmigrant visa? Are you a Permanent Resident? Are you contemplating an application to become a Permanent Resident? Etc. It would be wise for you to consult with an immigration attorney who, after learning all of the relevant information, could advise about eligibilities, options, and strategies to attain your goals.