You know exactly who you're fighting for. Your spouse stuck overseas while the months drag on. Your parents aging in another country while you miss years you can't get back. Your child's future hanging on an approval that feels impossibly far away.
Family separation is painful. The immigration system makes it more painful — slow, complex, and unforgiving of small errors. One missed document or one wrong box checked can set your case back by months or years.
You shouldn't have to navigate that alone.
Why Cases Stall or Fail
- ✕Incomplete or improperly prepared I-130 petitions
- ✕Missing supporting evidence of a bona fide relationship
- ✕Confusion about immediate relative vs. preference category timelines
- ✕USCIS Requests for Evidence (RFEs) answered incorrectly or ignored
- ✕Consular interview failures due to inadequate preparation
Every delay means more time apart. The legal cost of fixing errors is almost always higher than getting it right the first time.
The Path Forward
How Family Immigration Works With Us
We handle every step — so your focus stays on your family, not on government forms and tracking numbers.
1
Free Consultation — Know Your Options (Week 1)
We review your family situation, immigration history, and eligibility. You leave with a clear picture of your options, realistic timelines, and flat-fee pricing. No surprises later.
2
Petition Preparation — Complete and Correct (Weeks 2–6)
We prepare your I-130 or applicable petition with all supporting evidence assembled, organized, and verified. Immigrant visa applications, affidavits of support (I-864), and consular processing packages handled in full.
3
USCIS Filing and Active Monitoring (Ongoing)
We file electronically where available, track your case, and respond to any USCIS Requests for Evidence within 72 hours. You get case updates without having to chase us.
4
Visa Interview Preparation
When your priority date becomes current, we prepare you and your family member for the consular interview — what to bring, what to expect, and how to answer questions clearly. No surprises at the interview window.
Services
Who We Help With Family Immigration
Immediate Relative
Spousal / Marriage-Based Green Card
Complete I-130 + adjustment of status or consular processing. Covers U.S. citizen and LPR sponsors, same-sex marriages, and international marriages.
Immediate Relative
Parent Petitions
U.S. citizens age 21+ can petition for parents with no annual cap — one of the fastest family immigration categories. We handle the I-130 and adjustment of status together.
Fiancé Visa
K-1 Fiancé Visa
Bring your fiancé to the U.S. to marry within 90 days. We prepare the K-1 petition and guide you through consular processing and the adjustment of status after marriage.
Preference Categories
Sibling & Adult Child Petitions
These fall under preference categories with longer wait times. We advise on priority dates, prepare the petition correctly, and manage your case through the multi-year process.
Confidential
VAWA Self-Petitions
Victims of abuse by a U.S. citizen or LPR spouse, parent, or child can self-petition confidentially — without notifying the abuser. We handle VAWA cases with complete discretion.
The Result: Your Family Together, Legally
- ✓A professionally prepared petition with strong supporting evidence
- ✓No surprises — you know your timeline and costs upfront
- ✓Fast responses when USCIS or the National Visa Center contacts us
- ✓Legal status for your family member — the right to live, work, and build a life in the U.S.
Your Attorneys
Immigration Counsel
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Melissa Malmgren
New York Law School · Immigration Lead
New York Bar DC Bar AILA Member
Melissa leads Red Knot Law's immigration practice, handling family petitions, spousal green cards, and consular processing for clients across all 50 states.
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Sandy Khine
Cardozo Law · Immigration Attorney
New York Bar Burmese & Shan
Sandy brings Burmese and Shan language fluency and deep cultural knowledge to immigrant families from Southeast Asia navigating the U.S. family immigration system.
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Immigration law changes. Priority dates shift. Every month you delay is one more month your family is apart. Our team responds to new inquiries within one business day. Consultations are free and confidential. Book your free consultation today.
Common Questions About Family Immigration
How long does a spousal green card take?
If your spouse is an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen, processing typically takes 12–24 months. If your spouse is a lawful permanent resident, you're in the F-2A category and may wait longer depending on the Visa Bulletin.
Can I work while my green card is pending?
Yes. If you've filed for adjustment of status, you can file Form I-765 (Employment Authorization Document) concurrently with your I-485. Once approved, you can work legally in the U.S.
What documents do I need for the I-130 petition?
Documents vary by relationship. For spousal petitions: marriage certificate, proof of U.S. citizenship or LPR status, passport photos, evidence of bona fide marriage (joint accounts, lease, photos). We'll give you a complete checklist at your consultation.
Can I petition for my parents?
Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen age 21 or older. Parents of U.S. citizens are immediate relatives with no annual cap — one of the fastest family-based immigration categories.
Immigration Notice: No immigration outcome is guaranteed. Every immigration case is unique and depends on individual circumstances, current regulations, and government processing times. We cannot predict outcomes or timelines with certainty. This website does not solicit cases from any jurisdiction where we are not admitted to practice law.
