Client, a Palestinian national, had overstayed his visa before marrying a U.S. citizen and having children with her. After filing the I-130, but before it was approved, client was placed in proceedings. He had several drug arrests, including a conviction for simple possession of marijuana. Client was seeking to adjust to permanent resident status with a 212(h) waiver and hired Azhar and Azhar Law Firm while his court case was in progress. Despite his criminal record, Attorney Furqan showed evidence of the hardship to client’s U.S. citizen wife, children, and LPR parents, if he were to be deported. The judge ultimately agreed, and client was able to get his green card and apply for citizenship after 3 years.
