At the Law Office of Julia L. Stommes, while we specialize in business immigration, we understand that the success of international hires and transfers often hinges on the well-being of their families. A happy family leads to a happier, more productive employee! That is why we offer comprehensive legal services to support family-based immigration needs, ensuring dependents can join their loved ones in the United States with minimal stress.
Our family-based immigration services include:
Our family-based immigration services include:
- I-130 Immigrant Petitions - We assist U.S. citizens and permanent residents in filing Form I-130 Petitions for Alien Relatives, the first step in bringing family members to the U.S. for permanent residency.
- I-485 Adjustment of Status Applications - For those already in the U.S., we help eligible family members file I-485 Adjustment of Status applications, allowing them to transition to lawful permanent resident status (green card holders) without needing to leave the U.S.
- Consular Processing - For family members abroad, we guide you through the consular processing process, preparing necessary documents for a successful immigrant visa application at U.S. embassies or consulates.
- I-751 Petitions to Remove Conditions on Residence - We assist clients with filing I-751 petitions to remove conditions on residency for individuals who have received a conditional green card through marriage. This process ensures continued permanent resident status.
- H-4/E-2/L-2 EAD Applications - We help the spouses of H-1B, E-2, L-1 visa holders apply for Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), allowing them to work legally in the U.S. while on dependent visas.
- H-4/L-2/TD Dependent Visa Applications - We assist in the preparation and filing of H-4, L-2, and TD visa applications for the dependents of H-1B, L-1, and TN visa holders, as well as necessary USCIS extension filings to maintain their status in the U.S.
