In the United States, same-sex marriage is legal, and your love deserves the same legal protections as any other marriage. Whether you are a U.S. citizen petitioning for your same-sex spouse or preparing to adjust status, the professional team at Han Shu Law Firm will design a tailored immigration plan for you. From the initial petition to interview preparation, we accompany you at every step to protect your rights.
Ms. H, from Guangzhou, China, first came to the United States as an international student. She once married a man, but the marriage ended due to irreconcilable differences. After the divorce, Ms. H began to face her true feelings and eventually met her soulmate—Ms. C, a kind, caring American woman who shared her dream of building a warm family together. After falling in love, they married and started their own happy life.
A year after their marriage, Ms. C decided to file a marriage-based green card petition for Ms. H. However, worried about possible discrimination by USCIS toward same-sex couples, Ms. H sought advice from Attorney Han Shu.
Attorney Shu explained that USCIS has made clear it does not discriminate based on same-sex marriage or prior divorce history. He reassured Ms. H that U.S. law guarantees equal protection for all bona fide marriages. As long as the relationship is genuine, documentation is complete, and preparation is thorough, the chances of approval for family-based immigration are strong.
With the help of Attorney Shu and his dedicated team, Ms. C filed the petition on Ms. H’s behalf. Six months later, the couple received their interview notice. On the day of the interview, the immigration officer was friendly and mainly focused on their shared life together. The very next day, Ms. H’s green card application was approved.
Today, Ms. C and Ms. H are happily living together in the United States, no longer worried about being separated.
