Domestic Violence VAWA Case Approved for Victim in Orange County
We received an approval notice from the Vermont Service Center regarding a VAWA case we filed in mid-2009. The client was married to a US citizen for only a few weeks before she moved out due to her husband’s abusive actions. He was a martial arts instructor, and he often resorted to violence and physical abuse in order to assert his control over her. After he assaulted her while she was holding their young son, she refused to endure his abuse any more, and she moved out and filed a police report. An Orange County judge granted a temporary restraining order against the United States citizen spouse.
In our VAWA application, we included numerous forms of evidence pertaining to the couple’s bona fide marriage and the abuse she endured during the years they were together. We included the police report and temporary restraining order as well. The entire packet was over 100 pages.
Although the typical processing time is 14 months for VAWA cases in the Vermont Service Center, we received a decision within nine months due to the overwhelming evidence we presented. The client was extremely pleased with the outcome. She will be finalizing the process soon by attending an adjustment of status interview, which should result with her obtaining a green card and lawful permanent residence.
If you or someone you know is being victimized by domestic violence, contact The Nunez Firm to schedule a free and confidential consultation. Managing attorney Jay Nunez will discuss your case with you and help you understand the options available to you.
