Ilona Bray

Ilona Bray

J.D. · University of Washington School of Law

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Financial Requirements to Get a DV Lottery Green Card
Applicants must overcome the public charge ground of inadmissibility in order to get permanent residency after winning the "green card lottery."
Can an Undocumented Immigrant Marry a U.S. Citizen?
There's no law preventing an undocumented (illegal) immigrant from marrying a U.S. citizen, but getting a green card (permanent residence) is not quite so simple.
Sibling Petition for U.S. Permanent Residency (Green Card)
U.S. citizens with foreign-born brothers or sisters may obtain green cards (lawful permanent residence) for them and their spouses and children, but only after a long wait.
How to Get U.S. Citizenship Through Military Service
Special opportunities and exceptions that apply to immigrants who are members of the U.S. military.
Voluntary Departure vs. Deportation
In some cases, an immigrant may benefit from voluntarily leaving the U.S. instead of waiting for the deportation process.
Voluntary Departure: Why "Volunteer" to Be Deported?
If you're facing removal from the U.S. (deportation) and have no means of defense, you may request voluntary departure to avoid some future immigration consequences.
Legal Separation and Your Marriage-Based Green Card
An overview of the laws on how and when the immigrant may retain permanent resident status even after a legal separation.
Can I Get a U.S. Visa If I'm Already in the United States?
Understanding when you do and don't need a visa, and how to change or renew your status from within the United States.
Can I Hire an Immigration Lawyer Who Is Not a Member of My State Bar?
Your attorney needs to be licensed by a state bar association, but not necessarily the local state bar association.
Traveling Outside the U.S. as a Conditional Resident
If you have conditional U.S. residence (a "temporary green card") you are generally free to travel wherever you like, but be wary of extended stays.
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