Form I-918, Supplement A is used by eligible U-Visa holders to apply for adjustment of status to lawful permanent residency (green card). This process allows victims of qualifying criminal activity who have assisted law enforcement to remain in the U.S. permanently.
Eligible Applicants: Individuals who:
– Have been granted U-Visa status (Form I-918)
– Have been physically present in the U.S. for at least three years since receiving U-Visa status
– Have maintained good moral character
– Are admissible to the United States or qualify for a waiver of inadmissibility
Derivative family members, including spouses and children, may also adjust status alongside the principal applicant.
Evidence may include:
– Approval notice for U-Visa status (Form I-918)
– Proof of physical presence in the U.S. for at least three years
– Criminal background records, if applicable
– Evidence of good moral character (letters of recommendation, community involvement, etc.)
– Supporting documents for derivative family members
– Any additional documentation demonstrating eligibility for adjustment of status
Well-organized and thorough documentation is critical to demonstrate eligibility and strengthen the adjustment application.
Filing Form I-918 allows U-Visa holders to:
– Obtain lawful permanent residency (green card)
– Secure the ability to live and work permanently in the U.S.
– Include eligible derivative family members in the application
– Access benefits available to permanent residents
Proper preparation and presentation significantly improve the likelihood of approval.
We evaluate your eligibility, help gather all necessary evidence, prepare and review your I-918 Adjustment of Status application, and manage the filing process. Our team ensures your case is presented clearly, persuasively, and in compliance with USCIS requirements.
To discuss your case and next steps, call 323-805-0445 to schedule a consultation with an experienced I-918 U-Visa adjustment attorney.
Florida International University College of Law, Miami, Florida
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Juliette Potter is a highly accomplished United States Immigration Attorney with over two decades of legal experience. She began her legal journey as a Barrister in the United Kingdom and was later admitted as an Attorney-at-Law in Antigua and Barbuda before the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court.
Ms. Potter’s academic background is equally distinguished. She holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Florida International University College of Law, a Bachelor of Laws (Honors) from the University of Wolverhampton, and a Legal Education Certificate from the Norman Manley Law School in Jamaica. She also earned a Master’s degree in Organization Development from Bowling Green State University’s College of Business in Ohio.
Her professional experience spans both the corporate and legal worlds. Before entering private immigration practice, she served as Chief Legal Officer for an international group of companies. Today, she is a Licensed Attorney in the State of New York, representing clients before the Federal Immigration Courts of the United States, while also maintaining her active law license in Antigua and Barbuda.
As an immigrant herself, Ms. Potter brings a unique perspective and deep empathy to her practice. Her personal experiences inspire her unwavering commitment to helping clients navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration law with confidence and care.
Outside the courtroom, Ms. Potter enjoys cooking, traveling, and exploring new cuisines — passions that reflect her appreciation for diversity and global cultures, both in life and in law.