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Helping Vulnerable Youth Find Safety and Stability

Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) provides an important path to lawful permanent residency (a green card) for children and young adults under 21 who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by one or both parents. SIJS is designed to protect vulnerable youth who cannot return to their home country due to unsafe conditions, and who need the security of lawful status in the United States.

At Bean, Lloyd, Mukherji, & Taylor, LLP, we understand the difficult, often heart-wrenching situations that lead to SIJS eligibility. Our attorneys are dedicated to helping young people navigate this complex legal process and secure the stability they deserve- from obtaining the state court order to filing for SIJS and residency before USCIS. We have extensive experience representing clients in juvenile court proceedings and immigration matters, ensuring your case is handled with care and precision

Who Qualifies for SIJS?

To qualify for SIJS, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Be under 21 years old and unmarried
  • Be currently living in the United States
  • Have been abused, neglected, or abandoned by one or both parents
  • Show that it is not in your best interest to return to your home country or the country of your parents

Each case is unique, and the process of obtaining SIJS requires navigating both the juvenile court system and immigration agencies. Our attorneys guide you through every step, from securing the necessary order in state court, to filing your SIJS petition with USCIS.

Protecting Your Future

SIJS is more than a legal process—it’s about securing a safe and stable future for young people who have faced serious challenges at home. Once granted SIJS, and if a visa is available, you may apply for lawful permanent residency, and eventually U.S. citizenship. Obtaining SIJS is often the first step for a young person to gain stability in the United States.

What We Can Do for You

At Bean, Lloyd, Mukherji, & Taylor, LLP, we provide compassionate, personalized guidance, helping you understand your rights and the options available to you.

Our firm is committed to supporting you through the entire SIJS process. We assist with:

  • Filing juvenile court petitions, usually in probate or family court, to secure the required legal findings
  • Preparing and submitting your SIJS petition to USCIS
  • Addressing any potential challenges to your case and ensuring compliance with both state and federal law
  • If you are in removal proceedings, representing you to seek termination of your proceedings
  • Helping you apply for lawful permanent residency once SIJS is approved

Contact Bean, Lloyd, Mukherji, & Taylor, LLP for SIJS Assistance

Navigating the SIJS process can be overwhelming, but you shouldn’t have to go through it alone. At Bean, Lloyd, Mukherji, & Taylor, LLP, we take pride in helping young people achieve the security they need to build brighter futures in the United States. Our attorneys are here to guide you through every step, ensuring your case is handled with the care and attention it deserves.

For more information and to schedule a consultation, contact our office today. We’re here to help you on your path to safety and stability.

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