Adjustment of Status
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Adjustment of Status
Do You Need Legal Help?
Your situation matters. Reach out today for a legal consultation and discover how our legal team can support your goals and protect your rights.
Our Legal Team
At The Scheer Immigration Law Group in Morristown, NJ, we focus exclusively on immigration law, handling everything from visas and green cards to deportation defense. With over 25 years of experience, our team is known for delivering knowledgeable, effective representation to clients across the U.S.
I am completely grateful to this office of Susan Scheer and paralegal Nicole Cortés. I recommend it 100%. I am already a resident!!!
- David Amaya Portillo
Very good communication with team and fast services. Facilitated services easily. Happy with their work.
- Mubarak Ahmad
Attorney Susan is excellent attorney. She gave all answers of my questions and calmly explain me the process of immigration. I would highly recommend her. She wait patiently and answer all the questions you have in your mind. Thanks
- Hardik Mehta
Susan & her team at the Scheer Law Group have been extremely helpful in streamlining & expediting our process. They are easily reached & helpful when needing questions answered. It was comforting having them in our corner as we check things off our list. We are well on our way to the finish line. Thank you!!!
- Erika Fahy
The Scheer Law Group helped my parents get their Green cards over 20 years ago. This changed our Mr family’s life in a wonderful way! We will always be grateful for their professional and compassionate service!
- Martir Alvarez
The Scheer Immigration Law Group are always so willing to help. My friend, Julio, is receiving his first work permit in 5 years! Every time I have any question, they are always there and willing to help! Jeffrey in specific is a wonder. He is so attentive and always wants to make sure we are well taken care of
- Miryam Gonzalez
The Scheer Immigration Law Group is the perfect office to help us with our immigration matters. We have just finished preparing for our citizenship test and feel like we are ready to take on the world. Anybody that needs immigration help, I recommend them a million times over
- Cristina Castro
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Adjustment of Status
Do you want to obtain an adjustment of status? Our staff at the Scheer Immigration Group is here to help you through these legal processes. If you want dedicated legal representation, please call our New Jersey Immigration Lawyers at our Morristown office today.
Green Cards and Visas
Helping Clients Become Legal Permanent Residents
Consular processing once was the only means of obtaining an immigrant visa. When adjustment of status was created, it became a highly popular method of achieving permanent resident status after entering the United States.
If you have an approved immigrant visa petition and are currently residing in the United States, you may be eligible for an adjustment of status. If you are considering such a step, having an experienced lawyer is essential. At The Law Offices of Susan W. Scheer we have helped thousands of people achieve permanent resident status. To learn more about your eligibility to adjust your status, contact us for an initial consultation.
Getting your Green Card
Applying for permanent resident status is a detailed, arduous process. We have handled such matters for both employment and family based immigrants. Our firm has earned a sound reputation for excellence by leading clients through the nuances of the package of forms (the I-485 package), and providing them with realistic expectations.
If You are a Family Sponsor
Our lawyers assist family sponsors in obtaining information required to complete processing. This commonly entails proof of family relationship (such as a birth or marriage certificate) and verification of financial stability.
If You are an Employer
We understand the critical timelines involved in adjusting the immigration status for foreign employees. If you want to help your employee adjust his or her status, contact our office for more details.
If You are the Candidate
Our representation encompasses the preparation necessary to complete the adjustment process. We assist in all correspondence with the National Visa Center (NVC), and address any problems and questions concerning the medical exam, background check, and interview.
Once you have your green card, we put you on a follow-up list and contact you when you are eligible to sponsor relatives. We also inform you when you are eligible to become a U.S. citizen.
Because of the enormous backlog at the USCIS, there will be delays. Nevertheless, our firm keeps all parties educated and informed during the adjustment process. We are always available to answer our clients’ questions and review any documentation with them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Adjustment of Status
How do I obtain an “adjustment of status”?
Consular processing once was the only means of obtaining an immigrant visa. After the Immigration and Nationality Act introduced the Adjustment of Status for Permanent Residence, it became a highly popular method of achieving permanent resident status after entering the United States.
If you have an approved immigrant visa petition and are currently residing in the United States, you may be eligible for an adjustment of status. If you are considering such a step, having an experienced lawyer is essential. Applying for permanent resident status (through what’s called the I-485 package) is a detailed, arduous process.
How can I obtain amnesty for being in the country without a visa?
If you have entered without examination or your visa has expired, there is a chance that you may be eligible for 245(i) status. This was a temporary provision of the 1965 Immigration and Nationality Act that allowed foreign nationals who entered the country illegally, had been out of status, or worked without authorization to apply for adjustment of status without being required to leave the country to do so.
Before it was ultimately rescinded, President Clinton briefly brought back the 245(i) exception for the months of January through April 2001. However, one provision permits “grandfathered” immigrants (i.e. beneficiaries of visa petitions and labor certification applications filed by April 30, 2001) to file section 245(i) adjustment applications. Another provision allows certain employment-based immigrants to file for adjustment of status under the normal procedures set forth in section 245(a), despite periods of unlawful presence in the United States.
If you applied for a visa between January and April of 2001, you would have been protected and may still be able to adjust your status now.
I’ve filed for an adjustment of status. Can I work before the process is complete?
Usually you will be issued a work permit 60 days after filing for an adjustment of status. You can take your work permit to the Social Security Office to get a Social Security Number, and take both your work permit and SSN to the DMV and get a driver’s license.
I’m seeking an adjustment of status but don’t intend to work in the U.S. Do I have to apply for a work permit, too?
Sometimes a non-citizen will marry a U.S. citizen and apply for a green card without any intention to work in the U.S. He or she might plan to be a stay-at-home parent, for example. It’s probably still a good idea to apply for a work permit, however, and to file this along with the rest of the adjustment paperwork. The work permit is an excellent form of photo identification, and it’s a great way of getting a Social Security Number during your adjustment process, instead of waiting for your final green card approval. That Social Security Number also allows you to get a driver’s license, and insurance. You might also later change your mind and decide to seek work. If you file after you secure your green card, you’ll pay a filing fee, but if you apply for a working permit during the adjustment process, there is no fee.
Talk to a New Jersey Immigration Lawyer About Adjustment of Status
If you’re ready to take the next step toward permanent residency, The Scheer Immigration Law Group is here to guide you. With over 25 years of experience, Morristown Immigration Lawyer Susan Scheer has helped individuals and families successfully navigate the adjustment of status process and secure their future in the United States. Whether you’re adjusting status through marriage, employment, or another eligible path, our bilingual team provides compassionate, knowledgeable support every step of the way.
Don’t face the immigration system alone. Contact our experienced Immigration lawyers today to schedule a confidential consultation and get the trusted guidance you deserve.
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Client Reviews
Excellent experience worked with Susan Scheer’s team for over 7 years for multiple different types of
immigration cases. Every time always successfully approved. Would highly recommend!