Family-Based Immigration
Family-Based Immigration & Family Visa USA Services
At Bridgewood & Co., our immigration attorneys have the expertise and experience to design customized family-based immigration solutions tailored to your unique circumstances. We represent individuals and families across all areas of family-based immigration, including family-sponsored green cards and fiancé(e) visas.
Our firm guides clients through the entire family-based immigration process, whether you are petitioning for a spouse, parent, child, or other qualifying family member. From preparing and filing the initial petition to navigating interviews and responding to government requests, we provide clear guidance and dedicated support at every stage.
We represent you throughout your family-based immigration journey, including:
Preparing and submitting all required forms and supporting documentation
Advising on eligibility, timelines, and immigration strategy
Preparing you for immigration interviews
Responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and other government inquiries
Our approach is personal, thorough, and results-driven. At Bridgewood & Co., we understand that family immigration matters are deeply personal, and we are committed to protecting your interests while helping reunite families in the United States.
Our Family Visa USA Services Include:
Family-Based Green Card
Family-Based Green Card Services
At Bridgewood & Co., our immigration attorneys have extensive experience handling all types of family-based green card applications. We have successfully helped U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents sponsor their spouses, children, parents, and siblings for family-sponsored green cards.
Our firm represents families through both adjustment of status and consular processing, guiding clients through every phase of the family-based immigration process. From initial eligibility analysis and petition preparation to interview preparation and responding to government requests, we provide comprehensive, personalized legal support.
Immediate Relative Green Cards (U.S. Citizens Only)
The Immediate Relative category is reserved exclusively for U.S. citizens petitioning for certain close family members. This category offers the fastest path to permanent residence because there is no annual numerical cap on visas.
Eligible immediate relatives include:
Green Card for Spouse of a U.S. Citizen
Spouses of U.S. citizens are classified as immediate relatives and are not subject to visa backlogs.
At Bridgewood & Co., we have extensive experience handling marriage-based green card cases, including:
Preparation and filing of all required petitions and supporting evidence
Representation at marriage-based green card interviews
Complex and nontraditional cases, including long-distance marriages and limited documentary evidence
Same-sex marriage cases, with a strong record of successful outcomes
We are proud of our long-standing commitment to helping couples navigate the marriage-based green card process with confidence.
Green Card for Unmarried Children Under 21
U.S. citizens may petition for their unmarried children under the age of 21 under the immediate relative category.
Because there is no visa cap, these cases typically proceed without prolonged waiting periods. Our attorneys have successfully represented:
Biological parents
Adoptive parents
Step-parents
We understand the complexities involved in child sponsorship cases and work diligently to reunite families.
Green Card for Parents of U.S. Citizens
U.S. citizens aged 21 or older may sponsor their parents for a family-based green card.
Our family-based immigration lawyers assist with petitions for:
Biological parents
Adoptive parents
Step-parents
We also prepare parents thoroughly for their immigration interviews, helping reduce anxiety and ensuring a smooth process.
Family Preference Green Card Categories
Unlike immediate relatives, family preference categories are subject to annual visa limits, which often result in backlogs and extended wait times. Strategic planning is essential in these cases.
F1 – First Preference Green Cards
Unmarried Sons and Daughters (21+) of U.S. Citizens
Annual cap of 23,400 visas
Often subject to significant backlogs
Our attorneys develop custom strategies to manage long wait times and guide families through every stage of the F1 process.
F2A – Second Preference (Spouses & Children of Permanent Residents)
The F2A category is reserved for:
Spouses of lawful permanent residents
Unmarried children under 21 of permanent residents
Although subject to numerical limits, strategic planning is especially important because naturalization of the sponsor may allow the case to convert to the immediate relative category. Bridgewood & Co. helps families identify and execute the most efficient path forward.
F2B – Second Preference (Adult Children of Permanent Residents)
The F2B category applies to:
Unmarried sons and daughters (21+) of lawful permanent residents
Due to limited visa availability, F2B cases often involve long waiting periods. Our attorneys provide comprehensive guidance to help families navigate these delays effectively.
F3 – Third Preference Green Cards
Married Sons and Daughters (21+) of U.S. Citizens
Annual cap of 23,400 visas
Significant visa backlogs
We assist families in building long-term strategies to manage the F3 process from petition filing through visa issuance.
F4 – Fourth Preference Green Cards
Brothers and Sisters of U.S. Citizens
The F4 category allows U.S. citizens to sponsor:
Siblings
Half-siblings
Step-siblings
Adopted siblings
Bridgewood & Co. has successfully handled complex F4 cases, including those involving disputed family relationships or insufficient documentation. We understand the legal standards required to prove qualifying sibling relationships and advocate effectively on behalf of our clients.
How Bridgewood & Co. Can Help
Our family-based green card services include:
Eligibility assessment and immigration strategy
Petition preparation and filing
Adjustment of status and consular processing
Interview preparation
Responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs)
Long-term family immigration planning
At Bridgewood & Co., we approach every family-based case with care, precision, and dedication, helping families reunite and build their future in the United States.
Fiance Visa USA.
K-1 Fiance Visa.
K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa Services
At Bridgewood & Co., our family-based immigration attorneys have extensive experience guiding couples through the K-1 fiancé(e) visa process. U.S. citizens may sponsor their foreign national fiancé(e) for a K-1 visa, which allows the fiancé(e) to enter the United States for the purpose of marrying the U.S. citizen sponsor.
Although the K-1 fiancé(e) visa is not a green card, it is often the most effective first step in a couple’s family-based immigration journey. Once the marriage takes place in the United States, the couple may apply for a family-based green card through adjustment of status.
Our attorneys evaluate each case carefully and advise whether the K-1 fiancé(e) visa or an alternative family-based option is the best choice based on your relationship history, timing, and long-term immigration goals.
Navigating the K-1 Fiancé(e) Visa Process
The K-1 visa process involves multiple steps and strict legal requirements, making strategic planning essential. After the K-1 visa is approved at a U.S. embassy or consulate, the couple must:
Marry within 90 days of the fiancé(e)’s entry into the United States
File an adjustment of status application with USCIS to obtain permanent residence
Careful preparation is critical to avoid delays, denials, or unnecessary complications. At Bridgewood & Co., we help couples anticipate common challenges and guide them through every stage of the process, including:
Preparing and filing all required petitions and supporting documents
Advising on eligibility and documentation requirements
Preparing clients for the K-1 visa interview
Guiding couples through adjustment of status after marriage
Our goal is to ensure a smooth transition from K-1 visa approval to lawful permanent residence.
K-2 Visa for Children of K-1 Fiancé(e)s
The K-2 visa allows the unmarried children under the age of 21 of a K-1 visa holder to enter the United States along with their parent. This process helps preserve family unity by allowing children to immigrate together with their parent rather than being separated.
To qualify for a K-2 visa, the child must:
Be unmarried
Be under 21 years of age throughout the process
After the marriage of the K-1 fiancé(e) and the U.S. citizen sponsor, K-2 children may also apply for adjustment of status to obtain permanent residence.
Bridgewood & Co. has extensive experience assisting families with K-2 visa planning, ensuring children remain eligible and that timelines are properly managed to avoid aging-out issues.
How Bridgewood & Co. Can Help
Our K-1 and K-2 visa services include:
Case evaluation and visa strategy selection
Preparation and filing of all petitions
Interview preparation and representation
Adjustment of status applications
Long-term family immigration planning
At Bridgewood & Co., we understand that fiancé(e) and family immigration cases are deeply personal. We are committed to providing careful, strategic, and compassionate legal guidance to help you and your family build your life together in the United States.
Removal of Conditions
Removal of Conditions on a Marriage-Based Green Card
If you were married to your U.S. citizen spouse for less than two years at the time your marriage-based green card was approved, USCIS issues a conditional green card valid for two years. This status is temporary.
To maintain lawful permanent residence, you must file a Petition to Remove Conditions (Form I-751) with USCIS within the 90-day period immediately preceding the expiration of your conditional green card. Upon approval, USCIS will issue a 10-year unconditional family-based green card.
As part of the removal of conditions process, you must prove that your marriage was entered into in good faith and not for immigration purposes. USCIS imposes this additional step to prevent fraudulent marriages.
At Bridgewood & Co., our family-based immigration attorneys have extensive experience handling removal of conditions cases. We help clients prepare well-documented, strategically organized petitions that clearly demonstrate the authenticity of the marriage and facilitate USCIS review. In many cases, a strong filing may result in the interview being waived. If an interview is required, we prepare you thoroughly and represent you throughout the process.
Jointly Filed Removal of Conditions Petition
If you are still married to your U.S. citizen spouse at the end of the two-year conditional period, you are generally required to jointly file the petition with your spouse.
Key points include:
Both spouses must sign the petition
Both spouses must attend the interview if USCIS schedules one
Our attorneys have successfully guided numerous couples through the jointly filed removal of conditions process, including complex cases, such as:
Couples who are married but living separately
Late filings submitted outside the 90-day window
Cases with limited documentary evidence
Bridgewood & Co. evaluates the specific facts of your case and develops a tailored strategy to help you obtain a 10-year unconditional green card, even when unusual circumstances are present.
Waiver of the Joint Filing Requirement
If you are no longer married to the U.S. citizen spouse through whom you obtained your conditional green card, you may still qualify to remove conditions by requesting a waiver of the joint filing requirement. In these cases, you may file the petition on your own, either before, during, or after the standard 90-day filing period.
To qualify for a waiver, you must demonstrate one or more of the following:
You entered the marriage in good faith, but the marriage ended due to divorce or the death of your U.S. citizen spouse
You entered the marriage in good faith, but you or your child were subjected to abuse
Termination of your conditional resident status would result in extreme hardship
Our family-based immigration lawyers have significant experience preparing waiver-based removal of conditions petitions. We have successfully represented clients who separated or divorced from their U.S. citizen spouses and helped them retain permanent resident status.
How Bridgewood & Co. Can Help
Our removal of conditions services include:
Case evaluation and eligibility assessment
Joint and waiver-based I-751 filings
Evidence development and organization
Interview preparation and representation
Late filing and complex case strategies
At Bridgewood & Co., we understand that removal of conditions cases can be stressful and highly personal. Our goal is to provide strategic, compassionate, and effective representation to help you secure your 10-year unconditional green card and long-term stability in the United States.
