Green Card Lawyers
A green card (permanent resident card) allows you to live and work permanently in the United States. The application process varies depending on your eligibility category — family sponsorship, employment, diversity lottery, or special programs. An immigration attorney can identify your best path, prepare your application, and represent you throughout the process.
Common Situations
- Family-sponsored green cards (spouse, parent, sibling)
- Employment-based green cards (EB-1, EB-2, EB-3)
- Adjustment of status from a temporary visa
- Consular processing from outside the U.S.
- Green card renewal and replacement
- Removing conditions on a conditional green card
What to Expect
- 1Eligibility assessment and category determination
- 2Document collection and application preparation
- 3Filing with USCIS and responding to any requests for evidence
- 4Interview preparation and accompaniment
- 5Follow-up through approval and card issuance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between adjustment of status and consular processing?
Adjustment of status is for people already in the U.S. on a valid visa — you apply to USCIS without leaving the country. Consular processing is for people outside the U.S. — you complete the process at a U.S. embassy or consulate in your home country.
Can I travel while my green card application is pending?
If you're adjusting status from within the U.S., you generally need advance parole (a travel document) before leaving the country. Traveling without it can be considered abandonment of your application. An attorney can advise on your specific situation.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No two situations are the same — consult a qualified attorney for guidance on yours.
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