New York U Visa Immigration Lawyer Serving Nassau County and Long Island - Rajat Shankar
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From Shankar & Associates PC - New York U Visa Immigration Lawyer Serving Nassau County and Long Island explains how the U non-immigrant visa helps immigrant crime victims in New York pursue safety and legal status while assisting law enforcement. The article highlights how Rajat Shankar of Shankar & Associates PC guides individuals throughout Nassau County and Long Island who have experienced serious crimes and may qualify for protection under the U visa program. Created through the Victims of Trafficking and Violence Protection Act of 2000 and governed by INA Section 101(a)(15)(U), the U visa provides a path for victims who have suffered substantial harm and who cooperate with investigations in the United States.
The discussion outlines who qualifies for a U visa and what types of crimes meet federal standards. Agencies such as USCIS evaluate whether the crime and resulting abuse meet eligibility requirements, while applicants demonstrate cooperation with authorities. Victims may work with law enforcement agencies like the Nassau County Police Department, the Nassau County District Attorney’s Office, or the NYPD Domestic Violence Unit to obtain the required certification on Form I-918, Supplement B, confirming their assistance in investigating or prosecuting criminal activity.
Shankar & Associates PC also explains the documentation required to submit a strong petition, including Form I-918, evidence of the crime, medical or psychological records, and statements describing the harm experienced. Because U visas are capped annually, applicants may wait years for final approval, but the Bona Fide Determination process can provide interim benefits such as deferred action and work authorization while the case is pending. The article also explores how qualifying family members may receive derivative status and how applicants can seek waivers of inadmissibility when needed.
The article also introduces Rajat Shankar, founder of Shankar & Associates PC, whose personal immigration journey informs his work with immigrant families across New York, Long Island, and Nassau County. A graduate of Touro College Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center and East Stroudsburg University, Shankar assists clients with immigration matters ranging from U visa petitions to deportation defense and asylum cases. The guide concludes by explaining how U visa holders may eventually pursue lawful permanent residence, offering a long-term path toward stability and a green card for those rebuilding their lives after experiencing crime.
Shankar & Associates PC
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