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Folks -

I just received I-130 (NOA1) approval on Feb 21st, 2014.

I am contemplating on hiring a lawyer to assist me with I-130 processing during the NVC stage. I am primarily seeking a lawyer to look over my documents and to assist with interview preparation. Also, if there is any holdup at the US embassy, I am guessing having a lawyer would be helpful.

If I hire a lawyer, would I still be able to complete all the online forms (for ie. DS-261, DS-260) myself and submit all the supporting documents? I would also like to have the ability to call NVC regarding my case. Can I do this even if I have an attorney of record. Or would he/she be the only point of contact to the various agencies.

Thanks much,


Folks -

I just received I-130 (NOA1) approval on Feb 21st, 2014.

I am contemplating on hiring a lawyer to assist me with I-130 processing during the NVC stage. I am primarily seeking a lawyer to look over my documents and to assist with interview preparation. Also, if there is any holdup at the US embassy, I am guessing having a lawyer would be helpful.

If I hire a lawyer, would I still be able to complete all the online forms (for ie. DS-261, DS-260) myself and submit all the supporting documents? I would also like to have the ability to call NVC regarding my case. Can I do this even if I have an attorney of record. Or would he/she be the only point of contact to the various agencies.

Thanks much,

USCIS

5/11/2013: NOA 1-130

2/21/2014: I-130 Approved

NVC Stage

3/17/2014: NVC received case

4/16/2014: NVC case number assigned

4/23/2014: DS-261 Submitted Online

4/24/2014: AOS bill generated and paid

4/29/2014: AOS bill shows PAID

4/30/2014: IV bill generated and paid

5/2/2014: NVC receives AOS Package

5/5/2014: IV bill shows PAID

5/7/2014: NVC receives IV Package

5/8/2014: DS-260 Completed and submitted

5/30/2014: Case Complete !!

6/5/2014: CC Email Received

6/11/2014: Interview Date Scheduled

7/17/2014: Interview Date at Mumbai

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Saylin Grand Master

Saylin   1,605

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Folks -

I just received I-130 (NOA1) approval on Feb 21st, 2014.

I am contemplating on hiring a lawyer to assist me with I-130 processing during the NVC stage. I am primarily seeking a lawyer to look over my documents and to assist with interview preparation. Also, if there is any holdup at the US embassy, I am guessing having a lawyer would be helpful.

If I hire a lawyer, would I still be able to complete all the online forms (for ie. DS-261, DS-260) myself and submit all the supporting documents? I would also like to have the ability to call NVC regarding my case. Can I do this even if I have an attorney of record. Or would he/she be the only point of contact to the various agencies.

Thanks much,

Whether you'll be the one completing forms and submitting packages is up to the individual lawyer. Some require that they handle everything, whereas others "allow" you to do the paperwork yourself. Same thing goes for calling. Most allow you to call, but I've seen a few people on here mention that their lawyer doesn't let them call.

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My Personal Blog - Journey Through Immigration

IR-1/CR-1 Flowchart

Montreal Consulate Pictures/Maps

Wiki for Canadian Spouses for NVC (electronic processing and online forms)

Wiki on NVC Process

Immigration Timeline (Click "Show" to see full immigration timeline)

 

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Ryan H Grand Master

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Posts split into separate thread.

Our journey:

Spoiler

September 2007: Met online via social networking site (MySpace); began exchanging messages.
March 26, 2009: We become a couple!
September 10, 2009: Arrived for first meeting in-person!
June 17, 2010: Arrived for second in-person meeting and start of travel together to other areas of China!
June 21, 2010: Engaged!!!
September 1, 2010: Switched course from K1 to CR-1
December 8, 2010: Wedding date set; it will be on February 18, 2011!
February 9, 2011: Depart for China
February 11, 2011: Registered for marriage in Wuhan, officially married!!!
February 18, 2011: Wedding ceremony in Shiyan!!!
April 22, 2011: Mailed I-130 to Chicago
April 28, 2011: Received NOA1 via text/email, file routed to CSC (priority date April 25th)
April 29, 2011: Updated
May 3, 2011: Received NOA1 hardcopy in mail
July 26, 2011: Received NOA2 via text/email!!!
July 30, 2011: Received NOA2 hardcopy in mail
August 8, 2011: NVC received file
September 1, 2011: NVC case number assigned
September 2, 2011: AOS invoice received, OPTIN email for EP sent
September 7, 2011: Paid AOS bill (payment portal showed PAID on September 9, 2011)
September 8, 2011: OPTIN email accepted, GZO number assigned
September 10, 2011: Emailed AOS package
September 12, 2011: IV bill invoiced
September 13, 2011: Paid IV bill (payment portal showed PAID on September 14, 2011)
September 14, 2011: Emailed IV package
October 3, 2011: Emailed checklist response (checklist generated due to typo on Form DS-230)
October 6, 2011: Case complete at NVC
November 10, 2011: Interview - APPROVED!!!
December 7, 2011: POE - Sea-Tac Airport

September 17, 2013: Mailed I-751 to CSC

September 23, 2013: Received NOA1 in mail (receipt date September 19th)

October 16, 2013: Biometrics Appointment

January 28, 2014: Production of new Green Card ordered

February 3, 2014: New Green Card received; done with USCIS until fall of 2023*

December 18, 2023:  Filed I-90 to renew Green Card

December 21, 2023:  Production of new Green Card ordered - will be seeing USCIS again every 10 years for renewal

 

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Do you mean NOA2? Or did you just get your NOA1 notifying you they received it?

If it's not a financial hardship and you want the convenience, I see no problem using a lawyer. However, there doesn't seem to be any real need unless your case will require a waiver, or there are some potential red flags that a lawyer familiar with the process may help guide you through.

04/14/12 - First date in the U.S.

02/26/13 - Married

06/3/13 - Petition Filed (had been unsuccessfully trying to move to Europe)

06/6/13 - NOA1 (National Benefits Center)

12/19/13 - Transferred to Nebraska Service Center

03/3/14 - I130 Approved

03/18/14 - NVC Received file from USCIS

04/28/14 - Received/Paid AOS Bill

05/01/14 - Received/Paid IV Bill

05/14/14 - Sent AOS Package

05/30/14 - Sent IV Package

06/05/14 - Submitted DS-260

06/19/14 - Received checklist for AOS, resubmitted required corrections

08/09/14 - Case completed at NVC

08/14/14 - Received Interview Date

09/08/14 - Interview date - Approved!

09/11/14 - Raced into town, threw car into a parking spot, and ran down city streets to get to the courier company 2 minutes before the close to get passport back

10/10/14 - POE Entry

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Darnell Grand Master

Darnell   8,478

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I just received I-130 (NOA1) approval on Feb 21st, 2014.

can you revisit the piece of paper that you received,

and type the first paragraph here?

Thanks in advance!

Sometimes my language usage seems confusing - please feel free to 'read it twice', just in case !
Ya know, you can find the answer to your question with the advanced search tool, when using a PC? Ditch the handphone, come back later on a PC, and try again.

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Congratulations on your approval ! We All Applaud your accomplishment with Most Wonderful Kissies !

 

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