A F
Jul 11, 2024
Removal Proceedings
I am currently in removal proceedings due to overstaying my B1/B2 visa and a past conviction for embezzlement (3 misdemeanor charges under $100). I was detained by ICE for two months, but released on bond after my I-130 petition (filed while in detention) was approved based on my marriage to a U.S. citizen in 2020. My I-485 adjustment of status application is pending, and my I-765 work permit has been approved.
Two of the embezzlement charges have been expunged, and I have successfully completed probation (reduced to six months) and paid full restitution for the remaining charge.
I have an upcoming master calendar hearing and I wasn't able to keep my lawyer's fees since we've already spent more than 15k with the criminal case lawyer, the immigration lawyer, gvt fees, bond, and I have just received my work permit so we've been living from our savings and a single income. I was advised that since a lot of progress has been done with my criminal case and filing and approval of the I forms, i don't need a lawyer and I should be fine representing myself. any advice? thanks!
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keep FaithJul 11, 2024
You should never go to the court without your lawyer. You should find a lawyer asap and tell him to file a motion to dismiss your case then once your case is out of the court you need to send the dismissal notice to the USCIS to get your I-485 approved. For your criminal history you need to get a sealed letter from the court as well and send it to the USCIS.
I was in removal proceedings a few months ago based on denial asylum and my lawyer filed a motion to dismiss it and it was dismissed.
James martin samsJul 11, 2024
my situation is almost the same. My assylum was dismissed in 2020 after my u.s citizen wife had filed i130 and i485 in 2020,but am still waiting for approval for both.can someone tell me what to do?
My PJul 11, 2024
@A F I agree in this instance you should not go to court without a lawyer. You have a lot at stake here. The great part is you have an approved work card. my advice for you is to work as many jobs as your body would allow. Temporary pain for long term gain. You can conquer this. Good luck!
Cerj RajJul 11, 2024
@James martin sams
if you need to get a decision, you can sue as pro se, you will get the answer within 60 days. Do youtube search "writ of mandamus pro se" and to find assistance.
A FAug 2, 2024
case was terminated by the immigration judge so I could continue with USCIS the adjustment of status, no lawyer needed, although I submitted a lot of information to the court and send it both to EOIR and DHS 20 days before the court hearing. I only hire a lawyer for consultation only, a couple times to get information about what, how and where to send the package for my hearing. thank you all for your help!
