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Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

Ley de Violencia contra la Mujer (VAWA)

Protection for victims of domestic violence who are married to US citizens or green card holders.

Protección para las víctimas de violencia doméstica que están casadas con ciudadanos americanos o residentes permanentes abusivos.

 

We can help

Have you been married within the last two years to a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident who has abused you physically, emotionally, or psychologically?

You may qualify to self-petition for lawful immigration status as a victim of domestic violence.

¿Ha estado casado en los últimos dos años con un ciudadano americano o residente legal permanente que le ha maltratado física, emocional o psicológicamente?
Usted podría ser elegible para una auto-petición de estatus migratorio legal como víctima de violencia doméstica.
 
 
When I met Megan Jordi Brody I was full of fear, sadness and frightened. Nevertheless, she took my case as if it were her own case. Megan is a very kind and caring person, but most of all, she is an amazing professional and passionate about immigration law.
— M.V., Venezuela