Chicago Green Card Lawyers

The process of obtaining permanent resident status, or a “green card,” in the United States can be quite confusing, especially for people who are unfamiliar with U.S. immigration law. Even the simplest of the rules that dictate whether a particular person is eligible to obtain a green card have substantial exceptions that may or may not apply in your case. In addition, the documentation that a green card applicant is required to produce in order to successfully obtain permanent residency can be extremely complicated, and errors or omissions could very easily result in significant delays or even the denial of your application. For this reason, it is highly advisable for anyone who is seeking a green card to do so with the assistance of an experienced immigration lawyer.

Our team at Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC can provide the legal support you need as you seek permanent residency in the U.S. We know the immigration laws and procedures involved in obtaining a green card, and we are dedicated to guiding our clients through every step of the process.

Who Do We Help?

A green card can open the door to a stable, permanent life in the United States, but the path to get there looks different for everyone. Our team can guide you when:

• You want to become a lawful permanent resident and need to understand whether you or a relative may qualify.
• You are unsure which path applies to you, which forms to file, or what step comes first.
• You want to help a spouse, parent, child, or sibling gain permanent residency through a family-based case.
• You are weighing whether your relative should apply from inside the country through adjustment of status or from abroad through consular processing.
• You are watching the Visa Bulletin and need help understanding priority dates, country-specific waits, and when a green card may become available.
• You are applying through marriage and need guidance on evidence, interview preparation, and any concerns that could arise.
• You have a past overstay, prior denial, or other legal complication and want experienced help handling it the right way.

No matter where you are in the process today, Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC can assist you. There are several paths and types of green cards we can help with, discussed below.

Types of Green Cards

Family-Based Green Cards

Individuals who are related to United States citizens may be eligible for permanent residency based on their degree of relation. According to the Immigration and Nationality Act, people with the following relationships may be able to obtain green cards:

• Immediate relatives of U.S. citizens, including spouses, unmarried children under 21, and parents of U.S. citizens who are over 21;
• Family members who fit into a preference category, including unmarried daughters or sons over 21, married children of any age, and siblings of U.S. citizens who are over the age of 21; and
• Certain family members of green card holders.

Employment-Based Green Cards

People seeking permanent resident status can often obtain it through getting a job offer, by investing in an enterprise that creates jobs in the United States, by demonstrating extraordinary ability, by obtaining a National Interest Waiver, or by having a job that fits into a special category such as an Iraqi translator, broadcaster, employee of the Panama Canal, or religious worker.

Asylum or Refugee Status-Based Green Cards

Refugees and asylees who have entered the United States are generally eligible for permanent resident status after one year in the United States for refugees and one year after the grant of asylum for asylees. Importantly, although asylees are not required to apply for permanent resident status after one year, refugees must.

Why Work Toward Your Green Card With KB&A?

Deep Knowledge of Different Green Card Paths

From family-based petitions to employment-based sponsorship, we help you understand which permanent residency path fits your situation and how to pursue it with confidence.

Guidance Through Adjustment of Status and Consular Processing

Whether you are applying from inside the United States or from abroad, we help you weigh adjustment of status versus consular processing and prepare for each step along the way.

Careful Attention to Potential Complications

We anticipate and address issues that can derail a case, including:

• Inadmissibility concerns that may require waivers or careful review
• Prior immigration history, such as past applications, overstays, or denials
• Missing or inconsistent documents that could delay your petition
• Processing delays and visa bulletin timing that affect when your case moves forward

Clear, Step-by-Step Support

The green card process can feel overwhelming, so we break it into manageable steps and keep you informed and prepared from your first consultation to final approval.

Decades of Focused Immigration Experience

Our firm has spent over 50 years focused exclusively on immigration and nationality law. We provide the depth of experience your green card case deserves.

Contact a Chicago Green Card Lawyer Today to Discuss Your Case

Individuals seeking permanent resident status should always talk to an immigration lawyer about their situation. Even in the most straightforward and uncomplicated circumstances, the assistance of a Chicago immigration lawyer can make the process of obtaining a green card as simple as possible. To schedule a consultation with one of our lawyers, call Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC today at 312-332-2550 or contact us online.

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