Legal Question in Immigration Law in California

I am an H1 b visa holder and have maintained my status through out. My wife entered the US legally around 1999--2000, but over stayed since then. My employer just started my GC process and when i filled out my questionnaire, I answered as being married. However, i did not provide any information on my wife's status. The attorney handling this case asked me for my wife's status and her status expiration date? I am in a dilemma to respond to her question. Can i file my GC and reveal true information and status about her or -- should i ask my attorney to pursue the GC process without disclosing any information about my spouse, since I do not wish to add her on my GC process anyways. PLease help !!


Asked on 10/15/10, 12:06 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Luba Smal Smal Immigration Law Office

Your wife, unfortunately, will not be able to obtain a green card with you through your employer.

For a detailed advice you shall consult a good immigration attorney in private (phone, email, in-person). The attorney who handles the case is an attorney for your employer, first of all, and might have to disclose all information to them. Some information about a spouse has to be disclosed to the USCIS.

If you’d like to schedule a telephone or email legal consultation, need legal advice or help, please let me know and I’d be glad to help you. I am an immigration attorney and offer confidential consultations and legal help in matters of the U.S.A. federal immigration law to clients from all 50 States and internationally. Please email your inquiries at Attorney@law-visa-usa.com and I’ll send you a Questionnaire. Office Telephone line is 1-402-210-2040 (please EMAIL first to schedule a consultation appointment with an attorney).

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Answered on 10/20/10, 7:15 am


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