Seattle Immigration Law Updates & Resources
Expert Guidance from Attorney Lesley Irizarry-Hougan
Get clear answers about citizenship, green cards, asylum, VAWA, and family immigration from Seattle attorney Lesley Irizarry-Hougan. Latest USCIS policy updates, step-by-step guides, Know Your Rights resources, and immigration news in English and Spanish. 20+ years of experience helping Seattle's immigrant community.
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Auto-Petición de la I-360 basado en Violencia Doméstica (VAWA)
Generalmente, si usted está casado/a con un(a) ciudadano/o estadounidense o residente permanente legal (o si usted es hijo/a de ciudadano/a estadounidense o residente permanente legal), su cónyuge (esposo/a), o padre puede aplicar para la Petición de Visa Inmigrante por usted, la cual sería el primer paso para obtener su residencia permanente legal o tarjeta verde (mica). Sin embargo, que pasa si su cónyuge o padre está abusando de usted, y usted no puede depender de él/ella para aplicar por usted?
I-360 Self-Petitions based on Domestic Violence (VAWA)
Generally, if you are married to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (or if you are the child of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident), your spouse or parent can file an Immigrant Visa Petition on your behalf, which is the first step towards obtaining your lawful permanent residence or Green Card. However, what if your spouse or parent is abusing you, and you cannot depend on him or her to file for you?