{"id":8657,"date":"2026-02-20T18:22:31","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T23:22:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dglawga.com\/?page_id=8657"},"modified":"2026-02-25T17:38:34","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T22:38:34","slug":"green-card-adjustment-of-status","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dglawga.com\/en\/green-card-adjustment-of-status\/","title":{"rendered":"Green Card &#8211; Adjustment of Status"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Legal Help To Apply For Your Green Card From Inside the U.S.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re already in the United States and want to become a lawful permanent resident (get your green card), you may qualify for Adjustment of Status (AOS). Instead of traveling back to your home country for a consular interview, Adjustment of Status lets you apply for your green card without leaving the U.S. \u2014 but only if you meet specific requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our immigration attorneys guide you step by step, so you\u2019re not guessing your way through one of the most important processes of your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is an Adjustment of Status?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Adjustment of Status is the process that allows certain immigrants in the U.S. to \u201cadjust\u201d from a temporary or no status to lawful permanent resident (green card holder) without leaving the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Most common situations include:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Marriage to a U.S. citizen or resident.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Family-based petitions (spouse, parent, child, certain siblings).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Employment-based green cards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Humanitarian categories (asylum, VAWA, certain special programs).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Every case is different. Our job is to review your history carefully and help you choose the safest, most effective path.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Can Apply for Adjustment of Status?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You may be eligible for an Adjustment of Status if:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">You are physically present in the United States.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">You have an approved petition (such as Form I-130, I-140, or other qualifying basis), or are filing it at the same time as your green card application (concurrent filing in some cases).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">A visa number is available for your category (immediate relatives of U.S. citizens usually have one immediately available).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">You meet admissibility requirements and do not have certain bars or grounds of inadmissibility.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other factors we look at carefully:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">How you entered the U.S. (with a visa, parole, entry without inspection, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Overstays or unlawful presence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Prior deportation\/removal orders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Criminal history or arrests.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Previous applications or encounters with immigration authorities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Because these details can make or break an Adjustment of Status case, it\u2019s extremely important to talk with an immigration attorney before filing anything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Adjustment of Status<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When you apply for an Adjustment of Status, you may also be eligible for:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Work authorization (EAD) \u2013 permission to work legally while your case is pending.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Advance Parole (travel permit) \u2013 in some cases, permission to travel outside the U.S. and return while your application is pending.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Ability to stay in the U.S. with your family instead of waiting abroad.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Path to eventually apply for U.S. citizenship (naturalization), if you qualify later on.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Our office helps you prepare and file all related applications together whenever possible, so your process is as smooth and efficient as the law allows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Green Card \/ AOS Cases We Handle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We regularly assist clients with:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Marriage-based green cards (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident spouse).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Parent\/child petitions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Stepparent\/step-child cases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Consular process vs. Adjustment of Status consultations \u2013 deciding the safest route.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Cases with prior visa overstays.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Cases with criminal history or arrests.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Waivers of inadmissibility (where available and appropriate).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If your case is not \u201cperfect,\u201d that doesn\u2019t automatically mean you have no options. It just means you shouldn\u2019t file alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Our Immigration Attorneys Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When you work with our team, we:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Review your full immigration and travel history: entries and exits, prior visas and applications, and any contact with immigration or law enforcement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Identify risks and eligibility issues, including possible bars to Adjustment of Status, need for waivers, and whether Adjustment of Status is truly the best option\u2014or if consular processing is safer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Prepare and organize all forms and evidence, including petitions (I-130, I-140, etc., if needed), Adjustment of Status (I-485), work permit (I-765), travel permit (I-131) when advisable, and supporting documentation such as marriage evidence, family proof, financial sponsorship, and the medical exam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Prepare you for your interview by practicing common questions, explaining what to expect, and reviewing your file together so you feel confident and ready.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Guide you from start to finish by answering your questions, tracking your case status, and responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), if they come up.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>You don\u2019t have to navigate any of this alone.<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Work With an Immigration Attorney for Adjustment of Status?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adjustment of Status seems \u201csimple\u201d online, but small mistakes can have serious consequences, including:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Delays of many months or even years.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Denials that are difficult and expensive to fix.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Triggering bars to re-entry or other immigration problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">An experienced immigration attorney will:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Spot issues you may not realize are problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Make sure your application is complete, consistent, and supported with evidence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Help you avoid risky moves, like travel or refilling, that could harm your case.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Stand by you through interviews and any follow-up requests.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your future in the United States deserves more than guesswork and online forums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect at Your First Consultation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">During your initial consultation, we will:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Listen to your story and goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Review key documents (passports, visas, prior applications, court records, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Identify whether you may qualify for an Adjustment of Status\u2014or if another path is better.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Explain the process, timelines, and fees.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"line-height:1.6\">Answer your questions in clear, honest language.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end, you\u2019ll know your options and what the next steps will look like if you decide to move forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready to Talk About Your Green Card Options?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re wondering whether you or a loved one can apply for a green card through Adjustment of Status, the safest next step is to speak with an immigration attorney.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Contact us today<\/strong> <a href=\"tel:+16785032780\"><strong>678-503-2780<\/strong><\/a> to schedule a consultation with an immigration attorney.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your case is more than paperwork. 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