A husband battling cancer. A wife waiting across the border. A 10-year-old son caught in between. After three years, this family can finally be together.
At Powers Law Group, we are proud to share the story of Juliana and her family — a case that reminds us why this work matters.
A Family Separated by Distance and Circumstance
Juliana, originally from Mexico, and her husband, a U.S. citizen, came to Powers Law Group in October 2022 to begin the family-based immigration process. Their goal was simple: to be together, legally and permanently, in the United States.
What made this case especially meaningful was the weight the family was carrying. The petitioner — Juliana’s husband — is battling cancer. Together, they are raising a 10-year-old son. Every month of delay was not just a bureaucratic inconvenience. It was time this family could not afford to lose.
Our Approach: I-130 Filing Through Full NVC Completion
Powers Law Group handled every stage of this case from start to finish — a process that spanned more than three years.
We began by filing the Form I-130 (Petition for Alien Relative) in October 2022, establishing the legal family relationship between Juliana and her U.S. citizen husband. After the I-130 was approved, we guided the family through the National Visa Center (NVC) process, which included document collection, affidavit of support submission, and preparation for consular processing at the U.S. Embassy in Mexico.
The Result: Approved on February 19, 2026
On February 19, 2026, Juliana’s case was approved. She is now awaiting her immigrant visa stamp — the final step before she can join her husband and son in the United States.
For this family, the approval is more than a legal milestone. It is hope. It is time together that matters more than ever.
What Is the I-130 and NVC Consular Process?
The family-based immigration process for a U.S. citizen petitioning for a foreign spouse involves two major stages:
- Form I-130 — filed with USCIS to establish the qualifying family relationship
- NVC Consular Processing — once approved, the case is transferred to the National Visa Center, which prepares the case for a consular interview at a U.S. Embassy abroad
This process is one of the most common paths to a U.S. immigrant visa, but it requires careful preparation, accurate documentation, and consistent follow-through at every stage.
Compassionate Immigration Legal Help for Families
At Powers Law Group, we understand that behind every case file is a real family with real stakes. Juliana’s case is a testament to the dedication of our team and the resilience of the families we serve.
We are honored that Juliana trusted us with her family’s future — and we could not be prouder of this outcome.
Are you or your spouse ready to begin the family-based immigration process? Contact Powers Law Group today.
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