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Apr 16
2 min

Writing An Affidavit To Support A Relative Or Friend For Immigration

An Affidavit to support a relative or friend is a written sworn statement that is written on behalf of an individual in support of an...

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What to Expect at your Naturalization Interview?

Sonya Peterkin, Esq.

Apr 2
3 min

What to Expect at your Naturalization Interview?

The Naturalization interview is the final obstacle for permanent residents who have filed Form N-400 to become United States Citizens....

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Sonya Peterkin, Esq.

Mar 4
5 min

9 Steps to Naturalization

1. Determine If You Are Already a U.S. Citizen. U.S. immigration laws allow for a person to derive citizenship from parents/grandparents...

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The Financial Obligation of Sponsoring a Spouse/Relative for a U.S. Green Card

Sonya Peterkin, Esq.

Feb 11
2 min

The Financial Obligation of Sponsoring a Spouse/Relative for a U.S. Green Card

A U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident petitioning for a spouse/relative to receive a U.S. green card must also sponsor that person...

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Sonya Peterkin, Esq.

Jan 29
3 min

HOW TO BRING A LOVED ONE TO THE U.S.

U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (“green card holders”) who have family members living abroad can file petitions to help them...

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Answered

Sonya Peterkin, Esq.

Nov 26, 2020
2 min

Frequently Asked Questions About the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Answered

Here at the Law Office of S.A. Peterkin we often hear from individuals who are unsure if they will qualify for a VAWA-based petition.

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