Divorce as a Non-Citizen in Northern Virginia
Get Assistance with Your Divorce Regardless of Immigration Status
Going through a divorce is never easy, but if you are a non-citizen married to a U.S. citizen, the laws may be much different than those in your home country. It’s important to seek the counsel of an immigration lawyer to ensure you understand how a divorce might affect you and your status.
The Law Offices of Claudia Zucker, servicing Arlington and Northern Virginia, can help ensure you file the right paperwork — properly and on time. Attorney Zucker also answers any questions and concerns you may have about the divorce process and your residence/citizenship status. Call her today for a consultation.
Questions About Divorce and Immigration
What are my rights? If you and your spouse reside in the United States, you have the same legal rights and access to the courts as every other U.S. citizen. Your divorce proceedings follow the laws of the state in which you reside, not where you got married.
What if we live overseas? If you and your spouse live overseas, as with a military marriage, you may be subject to different laws and rules. You may have to involve U.S. embassy officials in your divorce proceedings. Consult with a knowledgable family law lawyer who understands immigration law for advice.
Will I lose my green card if I get divorced? Immigration law is designed to prevent “green card marriages,” so if your marriage has lasted two years or more, you will likely not lose your green card. If your marriage is less than two years, you could be subject to immigration complications and are in need of expert advice. A family law attorney who is skilled in immigration law can help you navigate the complex issues that surround cases involving abuse, cruelty, domestic violence, and other situations out of your control.
If you do face deportation as a result of divorce, your family law and immigration attorney will prepare you for a hearing, where you will have the chance to make your case by showing that your marriage was entered into in good faith as well as other mitigating factors that may pertain to your case.
Other issues you may face during your divorce include division of marital property, child support, visitation, and spousal support. Again, especially in matters regarding children, if you live outside of the United States, you may be subject to laws in the country in which you currently reside.
With all the variables involved in non-citizen divorce, you need a family law and immigration lawyer on your side as soon as possible to avoid potential pitfalls and problems.
Contact an Arlington Family Law and Immigration Attorney Today
If you wish to speak to a family law attorney who handles divorces with immigration issues, please contact Northern Virginia attorney Claudia Zucker at (703) 596-1005 to schedule a consultation. We speak English, Spanish, and French.
