Practice Tips for Lawyers and Clients Preparing for a VAWA Interview
Starting in December 2024, USCIS began conducting interviews for certain VAWA self-petitioners who have both an I-360 and an I-485 pending. ILRC and AILA’s VAWA, Us, and Ts committee compiled tips to help practitioners support VAWA self-petitioners through this additional layer of review while safeguarding their rights.
Why it matters
Useful as a practitioner-oriented overview from Immigrant Legal Resource Center on Adjustment; review the source material for the most current authority and procedure.
Topics
Adjustment of status
VAWA / U / T
Workflows
USCIS and AAO appeals
VAWA, U, T, and survivor relief
Naturalization and adjustment
Forums
USCIS
Jurisdictions
National