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Category: Green Cards

  • Red Flags in a Marriage-based Green Card Case

    To qualify for a visa or green card on the basis of marriage, you must show that your marriage was entered into in “good faith.” The U.S. government wants to see that the relationship is legitimate and not just a scheme for getting into the United States. Federal immigration agencies will look at all the […]
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  • Marriage-Based Green Card Holders

    Senior Associate Attorney Gabriella Agostinelli outlines important things to keep in mind if you have obtained a green card through marriage to a U.S. citizen. Gabriella also covers what to do to maintain your green card status and how you may qualify for U.S. citizenship.
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  • The Pfeiffer Family: A Family Reunited

    Immigration is NOT a DIY project and family unification can be at stake. We were happy to assist the Pfeiffer family after a go-it-alone immigration experience landed them in turbulent waters. Marleen Pfeiffer and her 15-year-old son, Mads, were separated for eight months after Mads was refused entry into the United States and a petition […]
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  • Ten Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Marriage-based Green Card

    Obtaining your marriage-based green card can be a lengthy process, but it doesn’t have to be a stressful one. Avoiding certain mistakes can make the process more smooth and stress-free. Here are common mistakes to avoid when applying for your marriage-based green card: 1. Failing to file all of the necessary forms with the correct […]
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  • The Medical Exam for U.S. Green Cards

    Any applicant for U.S. permanent residency or fiancé visa will include a medical exam by a doctor approved by the U.S. consulate or U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The doctor conducting the exam must be on the government’s list of approved doctors. Therefore, your personal doctor cannot do the exam for you unless he […]
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  • Best Ways to Document a Bona Fide Marriage

    If you have an immigration case which requires you to prove the validity of your martial relationship, there are lots of things you can do to show your relationship is legitimate. From copies of leases to pictures with the in-laws, here is an extensive list of all the ways you can better document the authenticity […]
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  • Adjust Your Status or Depart for Consular Processing? The Pros and Cons

    There are several advantages and disadvantages to the process of Adjusting your Status from within the United States or going through Consular Processing from abroad after deciding to depart the country. Here we break down the pros and cons of each process and provide some tips for completing either option. If you must file an […]
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  • The Rhodes Family: An Immigration Success Story

    At Berardi Immigration Law, we like to keep it all in the family! One of our favorite client stories is the Rhodes family. More than 11 years ago, Berardi Immigration Law’s Managing Partner, Rosanna Berardi, represented a Canadian client named Kristin Rhodes. Kristin was interested in working in the United States and reached out to […]
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  • Employee Spotlight: PERM Paralegal Mary Lamancuso

    Mary Lamancuso began her immigration career in 1987 as a legal assistant at a small, Buffalo-based law firm. Under attorney supervision, Mary was responsible for preparing and submitting various applications for immigration purposes, including H-1B, TN, and employment-based immigration and adjustment of status applications. She gained extensive experience in preparing and submitting applications for labor […]
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  • Commuter Lawful Permanent Resident Cards

    What is Commuter LPR Status? Regulations now allow a Lawful Permanent Resident (“LPR”) to take up or continue to reside in a foreign territory, such as Canada or Mexico, and commute to his or her place of employment in the U.S. as a special immigrant. Commuter LPRs typically live in Canada or Mexico, but commute […]
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