Please help Ginnu, TheRealCanadian...

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the_untainted

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Hi All,

Thanks in advance for all your inputs. I am terribly worried about my I-485 being rejected for perjury. While filling out the I-485 (this was back in April 2007), I did not disclose the DUI that I had back in 2000. I did so because the form clearly states any other offenses other than TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS. Now browsing through the forum, I realize that perhaps this was the biggest mistake. Can I rectify this deed somehow? I am the derivative applicant and my wife's company is not willing to disclose who our lawyer is. They say it's against company policy. We have never talked to the lawyer before. I am assuming that my name check will generate a hit and this will be a good reason for USCIS to deny my petition. I've been having sleepless nights over this so any inputs will be greatly appreciated.
 
Thanks for your reply, TheRealCanadian! Yes, we did file a G28. Could you please be a little patient and answer these questions? You have no idea how much I appreciate...

1. I your experience, typically what would happen in such a case?

2. Can I file a motion to reopen in the event of denial?

3. Is there some way I could correct this and send additional documentation to USCIS?

4. What happens when it is an honest negligence and I don not provide USCIS with all the information needed?

5. Will they not give me a chance to correct this folly?

6. Will my wife's application also hang up because of this issue or will she bypass local office interview and get approved?

7. Is it possible that USCIS denies beneficiary application and approve primary application?

8. In your best judgement what should be my next course of action?

9. What happens if USCIS begins processing of my case before I can find another attorney and he/she in turn takes some kind of action? Will it be too late?

10. Could you please suggest a good experienced attorney in the Atlanta area who has dealt with these kind of cases earlier?

I know I have asked too much... although, I really appreciate your time and help...
 
Not a problem

If I were you, I would pass on the information to spouse's company attorney to take necessary action.

I think the attorney can amend the I-485 application. It should not be a problem.




the_untainted said:
Thanks for your reply, TheRealCanadian! Yes, we did file a G28. Could you please be a little patient and answer these questions? You have no idea how much I appreciate...

1. I your experience, typically what would happen in such a case?

2. Can I file a motion to reopen in the event of denial?

3. Is there some way I could correct this and send additional documentation to USCIS?

4. What happens when it is an honest negligence and I don not provide USCIS with all the information needed?

5. Will they not give me a chance to correct this folly?

6. Will my wife's application also hang up because of this issue or will she bypass local office interview and get approved?

7. Is it possible that USCIS denies beneficiary application and approve primary application?

8. In your best judgement what should be my next course of action?

9. What happens if USCIS begins processing of my case before I can find another attorney and he/she in turn takes some kind of action? Will it be too late?

10. Could you please suggest a good experienced attorney in the Atlanta area who has dealt with these kind of cases earlier?

I know I have asked too much... although, I really appreciate your time and help...
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the_untainted said:
1. I your experience, typically what would happen in such a case?
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It depends. If it's a simple mistake or oversight, then USCIS may be understanding. If they suspect you were trying to hide something derogatory, it could be very, very bad. It's probably best to be proactive.

Can I file a motion to reopen in the event of denial?
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Doubtful. What error would USCIS have made in denying your case?

Is there some way I could correct this and send additional documentation to USCIS?
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I would retain my own attorney and amend the I-485.

Will they not give me a chance to correct this folly?
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Maybe.

6. Will my wife's application also hang up because of this issue or will she bypass local office interview and get approved?
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They may transfer both cases together for interview, or they may approve her and transfer only you.

7. Is it possible that USCIS denies beneficiary application and approve primary application?
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Absolutely possible.

8. In your best judgement what should be my next course of action?
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Find your own attorney and get the I-485 amended. Shop around a bit.

What happens if USCIS begins processing of my case before I can find another attorney and he/she in turn takes some kind of action? Will it be too late?
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I doubt if USCIS will look at your case any time soon.

10. Could you please suggest a good experienced attorney in the Atlanta area who has dealt with these kind of cases earlier?
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The physical location of the attorney isn't all that important. I'd recommend Jim Eiss in Buffalo - usvisahelp.com
 
Thanks, TheRealCanadian

I talked to my wife's employer this morning and he suggested that I hire my own lawyer. He reasoned that it's better to find someone locally for ease of follow up.

I called Sheela Murthy's office today and have booked a paid phone consultation with her for next Monday (earliest available date). Meanwhile, I've been asked by them to fill out a summary of my issue. I hope I have the time to act before USCIS starts reviewing my case.

As soon as I get some feedback I will keep the forum posted. I am sure this could be a good reference for anybody who were to be in a situation like this. Well, I certainly hope that nobody ever needs to experience this ever again. The entire GC journey is quite painful as it is.

My only thing on my mind is, if I hire a lawyer who is not close to my local USCIS office, he/she won't be able to accompany me to the interview. This fact causes a little discomfort. Any suggestions guru's?
 
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