J.S., a Native of China, Successfully Obtained Lawful Permanent Residence in The U.S. Through Adjustment of Status

Navigating the complexities of U.S. immigration law can be daunting, especially for individuals who have faced delays in their immigration journey. J.S., a native and citizen of China, faced such a challenge when she sought to obtain permanent residence. With the expertise of the Law Office of Alexander R. Vail, J.S. successfully navigated the adjustment of status process and obtained lawful permanent residence in the United States. This successful case highlights how proactive legal guidance and thorough preparation can lead to positive outcomes for immigration applicants, even when facing complicated visa priority date situations.

LAWFUL PERMANENT RESIDENCE STATUS GRANTED  Matter of J.S. (2025)

J.S. is a native and citizen of China whose mother, a U.S. citizen, filed a Petition for Alien Relative (“Form I-130”) on her behalf. Years later, after the Form I-130 had been approved, J.S. consulted with Alex to help navigate the path to permanent residence. When she met with Alex, J.S. was present in the United States pursuant to a lawful admission as a B nonimmigrant. When she met with Alex, they consulted the U.S. Department of State’s visa bulletin and learned that, while the priority date was not yet current, it was still possible for J.S. to pursue adjustment of status because the “Dates for Filing Family-Sponsored Visa Applications” in the F1 family-preference category reflected a date after J.S.’s priority date on the Form I-130. Accordingly, J.S. retained Alex to assist with precisely that.

Alex helped J.S. prepare a comprehensive packet that established J.S.’s eligibility for adjustment of status (i.e, that none of the bars set out in section 245(c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act precluded her from pursuing adjustment) and her admissibility for permanent residence. Come the time of the interview, Alex ensured J.S. was well-prepared to address all potential lines of questioning. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) granted J.S.’s adjustment application, and J.S. is now a lawful permanent resident of the United States.

If you are facing challenges in your immigration journey, the Law Office of Alexander R. Vail is here to help. Contact the Law Office of Alexander R. Vail at (725) 221-5998 or online, for a free consultation, and let us provide you with the legal expertise and guidance you need to navigate the complex process of adjustment of status and permanent residency with confidence.