Category Archives: VAWA
How to Prove Abuse in a VAWA Case: The Complete Evidence Guide
How to Prove Abuse for a VAWA Case The most complete survivor-centered evidence guide online Do You Have Enough Proof? (The Question Everyone Asks) If you’re thinking about filing a VAWA self-petition, the biggest worry is almost always the same: “Do I have enough proof?” Survivors ask this every day, especially when: there were… Read More »
Guide to Applying for a U.S. Green Card (Adjustment of Status)
Last updated: November 2025 — This guide reflects the latest USCIS processing trends, form requirements, and eligibility rules for Adjustment of Status applicants. Guide to Applying for a U.S. Green Card (Adjustment of Status) By Immigration Attorney Svetlana Prizant Applying for a U.S. Green Card can feel confusing and overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure… Read More »
Can Children be Beneficiaries of a VAWA Petition?
Can Children be Beneficiaries of a VAWA Petition? Introduction The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a landmark piece of legislation in the United States aimed at protecting victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse. While the act primarily focuses on providing protection and immigration benefits to abused spouses or… Read More »
Approved VAWA case for Male
Approved VAWA case for Male Our client is a hard working and dedicated individual that faced various hardships as a result of the abuse he endured in his marriage. Prizant Law was able to quickly put together a case portraying that our client was battered by and the subject of extreme cruelty perpetrated by their U.S. citizen spouse… Read More »
After Your I-360 (VAWA) Is Approved, what is next?
After Your I-360 (VAWA) Is Approved, what is next? After USCIS approves your I-360, you can begin to prepare your application to adjust your status (receive a green card). If the abuser is a U.S. citizen, you are eligible to apply to adjust status as soon as your I-360 has been approved. If the… Read More »
VAWA Lawyer Representing New York City Immigrants
The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) serves to represent women against violence. Through VAWA, individuals who have faced certain circumstances involving violence may be eligible to become lawful permanent residents. The Queens Immigration lawyer at Prizant Law, P.C. has experience with these cases and knows how to help you. Call (718)407-0871 now or contact… Read More »
VAWA: A step-by-step guide to applying for U.S. lawful permanent residence independently, without the help of your abusive sponsor
VAWA: A step-by-step guide to applying for U.S. lawful permanent residence independently, without the help of your abusive sponsor There are two steps to applying for a green card on your own, without relying on your abusive spouse or parent, as allowed under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). First, you must file Form… Read More »
VAWA Forms of Abuse
Forms of Abuse Abusers use many tactics to establish and retain control over their victims. While in some cases only one form of abuse will be sufficient to establish a case of extreme cruelty, other situations may require a victim to establish that many different acts, when examined collectively, constitute extreme cruelty. Extreme cruelty… Read More »
Green Card for VAWA Self-Petitioner
Under the federal Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), you may be eligible to become a lawful permanent resident (get a Green Card) if you are the victim of battery or extreme cruelty committed by: A U.S. citizen spouse or former spouse; A U.S. citizen parent; A U.S. citizen son or daughter; A lawful permanent… Read More »
Application Process for a VAWA Green Card
There are two steps to applying for a green card on your own, without relying on your abusive spouse or parent, as allowed under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). First, you must file Form I-360 and supporting evidence with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). If your self-petition is approved, the next step… Read More »