For nearly twenty-five years, our client from Haiti lived with an unresolved immigration past that followed him through every stage of his life.
He arrived in the country in July 2000 on a B-1/B-2 visitor visa, seeking safety and stability. Shortly after, he filed for asylum, but the application was denied, and by March 2004 he had been ordered removed by an immigration judge. From that point forward, his immigration journey became defined by uncertainty and repeated denials.
With his previous attorneys, he tried everything he could. A Motion to Reopen was filed in 2004, but it was denied. An appeal to the Board of Immigration Appeals was also denied because no brief was submitted on his behalf. A second Motion to Reopen followed and was denied as well. Years later, after marrying his U.S. citizen spouse in 2012, he worked with another attorney who filed another motion seeking to reopen his case for adjustment of status, but that request was denied in March 2018.
Throughout these setbacks, he continued building his life in the United States. He maintained Temporary Protected Status (TPS) beginning in 2010, worked as a teacher, and became an active and respected member of his community. He and his spouse later welcomed a U.S. citizen child, and he remained committed to providing for and supporting his family. But despite all he had accomplished, the removal order from 2004 remained unresolved.
What Happened When He Came to McBean Law
When he came to McBean Law in September 2021, he had lived with the same unanswered question for nearly two decades: Was there still any path forward? He brought a long and complicated history filled with prior motions, appeals, court decisions, and years of uncertainty. We conducted a comprehensive review of all his records, including FOIA documents, court filings, and past applications.
After evaluating every detail, we identified the strongest and safest option: filing a Motion to Reopen and Terminate based on Prosecutorial Discretion. This strategy would give him a chance to resolve the removal order and pursue lawful permanent residence through his U.S. citizen spouse.
Building the Path Forward
We prepared a thorough motion outlining his long residence in the United States, his family ties, his work history, his TPS status, and his strong moral character. In August 2024, the Immigration Court granted the Motion to Reopen and Terminate, officially closing proceedings that had been pending for twenty years.
Once his case was terminated, we filed his Adjustment of Status application in October 2024. He truthfully disclosed his prior immigration history and removal order, and we ensured that every aspect of the filing was accurate, consistent, and compliant with USCIS requirements.
The Turning Point
In November 2025, USCIS approved his application for adjustment of status. After nearly twenty-five years in the United States, multiple denials, and long stretches of uncertainty, he finally became a lawful permanent resident!
For him and his family, this approval marked the end of an exhausting chapter and the beginning of a new, more secure future. It meant stability for his spouse, a stronger foundation for his child, and the ability to move forward without fear of the past resurfacing.
Why Experienced Legal Help Matters
Many long-time immigrants live with old removal orders, denied motions, or complicated histories that make them believe they have no options left. But when a case is reviewed carefully and strategically, possibilities often emerge that were never explored before.
At McBean Law, we take the time to understand each client’s full immigration history, identify solutions, and build a clear and effective path forward — even in cases that appear impossible.
If you have been living with complex immigration issues or past denials and don’t know where to begin, you do not have to face it alone. Call (914) 898-9488 to schedule a private consultation.
P.S. Every case is different. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Always consult a licensed immigration attorney about your specific situation.
