TN visa to GC through marriage - should I be getting a lawyer?

[riverman388]

I am a Canadian and have been working in the US for the last 9 years under a TN visa. I recently had the TN visa renewed for another 3 years (expires March 2028).
In 2021 I had some criminal based mishaps with 3 separate arrests, and all charges were dropped however I did end up with two disorderly conduct violations.
In 2023 I got married to a US citizen.

Now in 2025 I am looking to adjust status and apply for my permanent residence. Given that I have a TN visa (non immigrant intent) and had the prior arrests, should I be looking to take a lawyer? Or can I just apply on my own by submitting the I-130, I-485, and I-765? What other forms should I be submitting?

 

[grant2]

The fact that you're unsure suggests you ought to get a lawyer who can make you feel confident in your application.

Why do you have a TN Visa? Normally canadians get TN status without a visa. If you applied for a visa, it implies you have some other unique circumstances going on. Regardless, the important part of entering with TN status is you did not marry within 3 months (and preferably longer) after your latest entry into the USA.

If you crossed the border less than 3 months before marraige, then I would certainly recommend a lawyer to help navigate your application.