Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative, establishes the family relationship that every family-based green card is built on. Approval does not grant status by itself, but without it nothing else can move forward.
We prepare I-130 petitions with complete civil documents, translations and relationship evidence, and we flag issues like name discrepancies or missing birth records before USCIS does.
Situations we help with
Missing birth certificates
We use secondary evidence and affidavits when records are unavailable.
Stepchildren and adopted children
Specific age and timing rules apply; we make sure they are met.
Spousal petitions
Strong proof that the marriage is genuine reduces interview problems.
Upgrading after naturalization
A pending petition can often be upgraded to a faster category once you naturalize.
Not sure if this applies to you?
A short conversation can tell you whether you qualify and what to do first. There's no cost for the first consultation.
Call Now for a Free ConsultationHow we handle your case
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Category selection
We place your relative in the correct immediate or preference category.
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Document review
Civil records, translations and name consistency checks.
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Filing
Standalone or concurrent with the I-485.
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Follow-through
RFE responses, NVC processing and interview preparation.
What you gain
- An approvable petition with a protected priority date
- Fewer evidence requests
- A planned path to the green card
Local help from Pittsburgh to Wayne County, OH
Our clients include families in Pittsburgh's Hill District, Brookline and Mt. Lebanon, as well as Wooster, Orrville and Rittman in Wayne County, OH.