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12-Year Removal of Conditions Process Ends With Green Card After Denials, Appeals, and Removal Proceedings for Client Who Has Been in the U.S. for 24 Years
After years of setbacks and uncertainty, our client finally achieved the stability and peace of mind that comes with secure permanent resident status.
His Story
Our client entered the United States in August 2001 as a visitor.
In 2012, he became a lawful permanent resident through marriage to a U.S. citizen and received conditional resident status.
When he later filed his I-751 petition to remove conditions on his residence, USCIS denied the case in 2014 after finding insufficient evidence of the marriage.
His appeal was unsuccessful, and in 2015 he was placed in removal proceedings. What followed were years of uncertainty, court hearings, delays, and changes in judges and hearing dates.
Despite the challenges, he continued building his life in the United States, working, purchasing property, and remaining a productive member of his community.
Although the marriage ultimately ended, it had been entered into in good faith. After his removal proceedings were dismissed, he decided to try again.
How We Helped
When our client came to us, we knew this was not a simple case. His immigration history included a denied I-751 petition, a failed appeal, and years of immigration court proceedings.
We conducted a comprehensive case assessment and carefully reviewed his immigration history to determine the best path forward.
We concluded that the strongest strategy was to file a new I-751 waiver petition based on a good-faith marriage that had ended in divorce.
In 2023, we also represented him in Immigration Court and successfully obtained termination of his removal proceedings, allowing him to continue pursuing his case with USCIS.
We gathered evidence demonstrating the legitimacy of the marriage and filed the new I-751 petition in March 2023.
When USCIS scheduled an interview for March 2026, our attorney prepared the client extensively and accompanied him to the interview.
The Outcome
On July 3, 2026, after 24 years in the United States and more than a decade of uncertainty, our client’s I-751 petition was finally approved.
Today, he is the proud holder of a 10-year green card. His case is an important reminder that an I-751 denial is not always the end of the road.
Marriages sometimes end, but the critical question is whether the marriage was entered into in good faith from the beginning.
Contact McBean Law for Immigration Relief
McBean Law, PLLC is a New York immigration law firm and your trusted partner in navigating the complexities of immigration law in the United States. With a focus on personalized support and a proven track record of success, our experienced team of immigration attorneys is here to help you achieve your dreams of a brighter future in the United States.
Every case is different. Prior results do not guarantee similar outcomes. Always consult with a licensed immigration attorney about your specific situation.
