A derivative beneficiary is a foreign national who cannot be directly petitioned for, but who can follow-to-join or accompany the principal beneficiary based on a spousal or parent-child relationship.
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When a derivative beneficiary of a family-sponsored preference petition (such as F4) reaches the age of 21, they are no longer considered a “child” for immigration purposes. Instead, they are classified as an “adult” or “aged-out” child.
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Congress recognized that many children were aging out due to large USCIS processing backlogs, so it enacted the Child Status Protection Act (“CSPA”) in August 2022 to protect certain children from “aging out.”
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Have questions, let’s chat! Send me an email to [email protected].
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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What is a Derivative Beneficiary?
September 27th, 2024 | usvisalawyerHelp with Naturalization Process
September 4th, 2024 | usvisalawyerLooking for help with this process? I charge a flat fee of $850 to prepare an application for naturalization. This flat fee includes the following services:
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Preparation and review of all required forms and supporting documents
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Filing the application with the USCIS
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Tracking the application with the USCIS
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Preparing you for what to expect at the naturalization interview with the USCIS
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To learn more visit lallyimmigration.com!
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Happy New Year!
December 29th, 2023 | usvisalawyerHeading into the weekend I wanted to wish everyone a Happy New Year! It was an absolute pleasure connecting with all of my clients from 2023.
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Happy Holidays!
December 26th, 2023 | usvisalawyerHappy Holidays from Lally Immigration Services!
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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What is an Oath Ceremony?
December 26th, 2023 | usvisalawyerWhat is an Oath Ceremony?
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The last step of the citizenship process is an Oath of Allegiance where you make several important promises of loyalty to the United States. At your naturalization ceremony, you will raise your right hand and say the Oath.
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Internal Processing Time!
December 11th, 2023 | usvisalawyerInternal Processing Time!
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Generally, I can have an initial draft prepared within seven (7) business days after receiving all of the required information and documentation.
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I never begin the drafting process until I receive written confirmation that all of the required information and documentation has been provided. This prevents a significant amount of back-and-forth editing/updating and reduces the opportunity for error.
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Holiday Head’s Up
December 8th, 2023 | usvisalawyerHoliday Heads’ Up!
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I will be out of the office spending time with my family this holiday season from 12/23-12/27!
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Preferred Form of Communication
November 28th, 2023 | usvisalawyerWhat is the preferred form of communication at Lally Immigration Services, LLC? Email!
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Primarily communicating via email ensures that all communication is in writing and easily referenced.
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I am a firm believer in setting clear expectations at the beginning of the process and maintaining open communication throughout. What questions do you have about working with me?
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Naturalization Quiz!
November 22nd, 2023 | usvisalawyerD. Three!
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To be eligible for naturalization, a person must live within the state or USCIS district where residence is claimed for at least three months prior to filing!
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My Office Process Flow!
November 15th, 2023 | usvisalawyerThe typical process flow in my office is as follows:
️ Intake (basic questions to confirm eligibility);
️ Legal Services Agreement;
️ Payment;
️ Client Questionnaire and Document Request;
️ Drafting;
️ Client Review;
️ Edits (if necessary);
️ Shipment;
️ Receipt Notice;
️ Biometrics (or Biometrics Reuse);
️ Request for Evidence (if any);
️ Interview;
️ Decision; and
️ Oath Ceremony.
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I always want my clients to feel informed and knowledgeable of the immigration process and of my specific office process flow.
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Disclaimer: This post is provided by Lally Immigration Services, LLC for informational and marketing purposes. This article does not constitute legal advice nor does it establish an attorney-client relationship. No reader should act, or refrain from acting, on the basis of any information presented in this article, or elsewhere on this website, without seeking the advice of appropriate legal counsel, or other professional counsel, licensed in the relevant jurisdiction. Lally Immigration Services, LLC expressly disclaims any and all liability with respect to any actions taken, or not taken, based on any content of this article or website. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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