Houston Green Card Attorney

Helping You Secure Permanent Residency in the United States

Applying for a green card is one of the most important steps in the U.S. immigration process. It allows you to build a stable future, reunite with family, and open the door to new opportunities in work, education, and community life. At Suday Law, PLLC, our Houston green card attorney provides trusted legal representation to individuals and families seeking permanent residency.

Immigration laws are complex, and even small mistakes on an application can lead to costly delays or denials. Our team takes a hands-on approach, guiding you from start to finish so you can pursue permanent residency with confidence.

What Is a Green Card?

A green card, also known as a Permanent Resident Card, allows foreign nationals to legally live and work in the United States. Holding a green card offers significant benefits, including:

• Long-Term Stability: Unlike a temporary visa, a green card does not expire every few years.

• Work Authorization: Green card holders can work for any U.S. employer without restrictions tied to a specific visa.

• Pathway to Citizenship: After holding a green card for the required period, you may apply for U.S. citizenship.

• Freedom of Travel: Green card holders can travel internationally and return to the U.S. more easily than non-residents.

• Access to Rights and Benefits: Many social programs, education opportunities, and legal protections are available to green card holders.

While permanent residency offers many advantages, it also comes with responsibilities such as filing taxes, renewing your card, and following immigration laws.

Paths to Obtaining a Green Card

There are several ways to qualify for permanent residency. Our Houston green card attorney can help you identify the category that best applies to your situation.

Family-Based Green Cards

Family reunification is one of the most common paths to residency. Eligible applicants include:

• Spouses of U.S. citizens or permanent residents

• Parents of U.S. citizens (age 21 or older)

• Unmarried children under 21 of U.S. citizens

• Other family members, such as siblings or adult children, under preference categories

Marriage-Based Green Cards

A marriage to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident can provide eligibility. However, these applications undergo strict review to ensure the marriage is legitimate. Our firm assists with:

• Preparing documentation that demonstrates a valid marriage

• Attending USCIS interviews

• Responding to requests for additional evidence

Employment-Based Green Cards

Every year, the U.S. allocates green cards to qualified workers in specific fields. Categories include:

• Professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability

• Skilled workers in high-demand industries

• Immigrant investors creating jobs in the U.S.

Diversity Visa Lottery

The Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery program makes approximately 50,000 green cards available each year for applicants from countries with historically low immigration rates to the U.S.

Refugee and Asylum Status

Individuals fleeing persecution in their home country may qualify for permanent residency after receiving asylum or refugee status.

Special Immigration Categories

Certain applicants may qualify under special provisions, such as religious workers, special immigrant juveniles, or longtime residents facing deportation.

The Green Card Application Process

Applying for a green card requires multiple steps, and each case is unique. Suday Law helps with:

1. Determining Eligibility – We review your situation to identify the correct category.

2. Preparing Forms and Documentation – Common forms include:

   • Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence)

   • Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative)

   • Form I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker)

   • Supporting evidence such as birth certificates, marriage licenses, or employment verification

3. Submitting Your Application – Whether through adjustment of status (if you are already in the U.S.) or consular processing (if you are abroad).

4. Biometrics Appointment – Applicants may be required to provide fingerprints, photos, and signatures.

5. Interview with USCIS – A key step where your eligibility and documentation will be reviewed. An attorney can prepare you and, in many cases, attend the interview with you.

6. Decision and Approval – If approved, you will receive your Permanent Resident Card.

Green Card Renewals and Replacements

Green cards are valid for 10 years and must be renewed using Form I-90. Suday Law assists with:

• Renewal applications

• Replacing lost, stolen, or damaged green cards

• Addressing complications such as expired cards during travel or employment

Renewal costs include a filing fee and biometrics appointment fee. In some cases, a fee waiver may be available.

Can a Green Card Be Revoked?

Yes. Permanent residency can be lost if:

• A holder commits certain criminal offenses

• The person abandons residency by living outside the U.S. for extended periods

• Fraud or misrepresentation is discovered in the application

• The individual fails to comply with immigration or tax obligations

If you face possible removal proceedings or green card revocation, Suday Law can defend your rights and explore all available legal remedies.

Appeals and Denials

If your green card application is denied, you may have options to appeal or request reconsideration. Common remedies include:

• Filing Form I-290B to appeal or file a motion to reopen/reconsider

• Submitting additional supporting evidence

• Taking the matter before immigration court if necessary

Our attorney has the experience to identify why a denial occurred and develop a strategy to fight for approval.