Tomando preguntas sobre inmigracion! Abogada Lorena (918) 505-4870

5 Oct 2021 · 13 min
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In this live Spanish‑language Q&A, immigration attorney Lorena Rivas (contact 918‑505‑4870) addresses a wide range of viewer questions about U.S. immigration law. She debunks the popular myth of a “10‑year law,” explains the strict eligibility requirements for cancellation of removal (10 years of presence, close U.S. relative, good moral character, and exceptional hardship), and clarifies that the remedy is only available while a removal proceeding is pending. She outlines the K‑1 fiancé visa process, emphasizing that only a U.S. citizen can sponsor a foreign fiancé. The attorney distinguishes between what citizens versus permanent residents can petition for (siblings, parents, children) and notes that residents cannot sponsor siblings or parents. She discusses conditional permanent residence removal – some cases require an interview, others do not, depending on the strength of evidence. For families with a special‑needs child, she explains that while there is no automatic relief, the child can be used to demonstrate exceptional hardship in a cancellation of removal or humanitarian relief request. She provides practical timelines for EOIR decisions (3‑6 months), FOIA requests (≈6 months), I‑94 issuance (3‑6 months), and U‑visa processing (6‑9 years for approval, with work authorization after 6‑9 months under recent rule changes). She warns TPS holders with removal orders about the risks of traveling or seeking parole. The attorney repeatedly advises that becoming a U.S. citizen greatly expands sponsorship options for spouses, parents, and siblings, and that residents should consider naturalization to facilitate family relief. She also clarifies Social Security eligibility (requires work authorization or lawful status) and addresses the impact of a Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) visa on later green‑card eligibility. Throughout, she encourages viewers to schedule a private consultation using her phone number, noting technical issues with Facebook/Instagram live streams and that she is broadcasting from a hotel in New Orleans while her office is in Tulsa, OK.

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