Dedicated Immigration Legal Counsel
It is a common misconception that marriage to a U.S. citizen will automatically grant U.S. citizenship to an immigrant spouse. However, this is not the case. A common complication exists for spouses of U.S. citizens who entered the United States without inspection. Like most issues concerning immigration, you must apply for permanent residency. This can involve extensive paperwork, documentation and an interview with immigration officials. At the Law Offices of Daniel E. Chavez, our Petaluma marriage adjustment lawyer can handle the entire application process and will work to make sure your application goes as smoothly as possible.
Our attorney, Daniel E. Chavez, is the only lawyer in Sonoma County to be board certified in immigration and nationality law by the state of California. We have helped individuals and families with immigration matters for over 30 years. Contact our California green card attorney online or call 707-766-0471 to schedule an appointment to discuss your situation.
Walking You Through the Entire Process
Whether you qualify for adjustment of your immigration status depends on the unique circumstances of your situation. Our Sonoma County visa lawyer can answer all of the questions you may have concerning your marriage and its impact on your status. We will walk you through the process step-by-step, including assistance with:
- The filing of an I-130 form for the American-born spouse
- The filing of an I-485 adjustment of status form for the foreign-born spouse
- The filing of an I-601 waiver application when needed
- The filing of all forms and documents in a timely manner, including Affidavits of Support
- Addressing any concerns you may have regarding the required medical exam and interview
- Attending the adjustment of status interview
At the Law Offices of Daniel E. Chavez, we understand that adjustment of status proceedings can be stressful. That is why we will work closely with you to ensure that you understand everything that is happening. Regardless of your personal situation, we will make certain that all of your rights and interests are protected throughout the entire adjustment process.
Call for a Consultation With a Santa Rosa Lawyer Handling Visa Waiver Overstays and Marriage-Based Adjustment of Status
If your spouse is a U.S. citizen or if you are marrying a foreign-born person, we can assist you with immigration matters. Contact our Petaluma marriage adjustment attorney online or call 707-766-0471 to schedule a consultation to discuss your case. Our office is open weekdays from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m., and evenings and weekends upon special request. We are located in historic downtown Petaluma.
