Green Cards and Lawful Permanent Residency Lawyer in Charlotte & Kinston, NC

A green card is proof of your status as a lawful permanent resident in the United States. It allows you to live and work in the U.S. on a permanent basis and provides a pathway to U.S. citizenship through naturalization. Green cards can be obtained through a variety of channels, each with its own eligibility requirements and application process.

Ways to Obtain Lawful Permanent Residency

There are several categories under which you may be eligible to apply for a green card:

• Family-Based Green Cards: Available to immediate relatives of U.S. citizens (spouses, parents, and unmarried children under 21) and other family preference categories
• Employment-Based Green Cards: For individuals with job offers from U.S. employers, workers with extraordinary ability, or investors
• Refugee or Asylee Status: Individuals granted asylum or refugee protection may apply for a green card after one year of being granted status
• Special Immigrant Categories: Including religious workers, juveniles, and others under specific programs
• Diversity Visa Lottery: Available through a U.S. government program for individuals from underrepresented countries
• VAWA, U Visas, and T Visas: Special protections available to crime victims, human trafficking survivors, and abused family members

Adjustment of Status vs. Consular Processing

There are two main paths to apply for a green card:

• Adjustment of Status: For individuals already in the U.S. who apply to adjust from a temporary visa to permanent residency without leaving the country
• Consular Processing: For individuals applying from abroad through a U.S. embassy or consulate

Our team can help you determine which option is best for your situation and ensure your application is handled correctly from start to finish.

Common Green Card Challenges We Help Resolve

Green card applications can be delayed or denied for many reasons, including:

• Insufficient documentation or incomplete forms
• Missed deadlines or improper filing
• Grounds of inadmissibility (criminal history, prior immigration violations, health issues)
• Requests for Evidence (RFEs) or Notices of Intent to Deny (NOIDs)
• Marriage fraud allegations or misrepresentation

At The Emory Law Firm, we help you anticipate and overcome these challenges so your application stays on track.

How Our Green Card Lawyers Can Help

We provide end-to-end legal support for individuals and families seeking permanent residency. Our services include:

• Determining your eligibility and green card category
• Preparing and filing all forms, including I-130, I-485, I-140, or I-751
• Supporting documentation for work history, family relationships, and lawful status
• Guidance through USCIS interviews and biometric appointments
• Responding to RFEs and handling denials or appeals

Serving Clients Across North Carolina

We proudly represent clients in Charlotte, Kinston, and throughout North Carolina. Whether you are applying for a green card for the first time or need help renewing or removing conditions on your status, we are here to help you navigate the system with clarity and confidence.

Contact Us Today to Get Started

Permanent residency opens the door to opportunity, stability, and a future in the United States. Let The Emory Law Firm help you take the next step with a personalized, legally sound immigration strategy.

Charlotte Office
11020 David Taylor Dr, Suite 102
Charlotte, NC 28262
Phone: (704) 371-4333

Kinston Office
2422 N. Herritage Street
Kinston, NC 28501
Phone: (704) 324-8500

Your journey to lawful permanent residency starts here. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.