Protection forAbuse Victims
If you are a victim of domestic violence by a citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent, or child, the VAWA law allows you to obtain your residency without depending on the abuser. Your case is 100% confidential.
What is VAWA?
Violence Against Women Act
Immigration protection for domestic abuse victims
VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) is a U.S. federal law that allows certain domestic abuse victims to petition for their own permanent residency without the abuser knowing or cooperating in the process. Despite its name, VAWA is not exclusively for women: men, women, and people of any gender can qualify if they meet the requirements. The process is carried out by filing Form I-360 (VAWA Self-Petition) with USCIS. The fundamental aspect of VAWA is that the victim controls their own immigration case. The abuser is never notified, which protects the victim from retaliation. This is known as the VAWA confidentiality principle, one of the most important pillars of this law.
Key Aspects of VAWA:
VAWA is one of the most powerful protections in the immigration system: it allows the victim to take control of their legal future without any involvement from the abuser.
Offices at Your Service
We handle VAWA cases in 15 offices across Texas, California, Illinois, Colorado, and Tennessee.
How We Handle Your VAWA Case
Confidential Consultation
We evaluate your situation in a completely private consultation. We analyze the relationship with the abuser, the type of abuse suffered, and your eligibility for VAWA. Everything you share is protected by attorney-client privilege.
Evidence Gathering
We gather all necessary evidence: your detailed personal statement, medical records, messages, photos, support letters from family or counselors, and any documentation that demonstrates the abuse and the good faith relationship.
I-360 Preparation & Filing
We meticulously prepare Form I-360 with all supporting documentation. We build a solid case demonstrating each element required by USCIS: relationship, abuse, good faith, and good moral character.
Approval & Residency
After I-360 approval, we manage your work permit, deferred action, and adjustment of status to obtain your green card. We accompany you every step until you have your permanent residency in hand.
