SPECIAL IMMIGRANT JUVENILE STATUS (SIJS) CUSTODY ATTORNEYS IN NEW BRUNSWICK, NEW JERSEY

For immigrant children facing instability, securing legal status in the United States is crucial for their future. Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) provides a pathway to lawful status for children who have been abandoned, abused, or neglected by one or both parents. At AG Law Firm, our New Jersey immigration attorneys help families navigate the complex SIJS process, including obtaining the necessary custody orders from family court.

WHAT IS SPECIAL IMMIGRANT JUVENILE STATUS (SIJS)?

SIJS is a humanitarian immigration relief designed for immigrant children under the age of 21 who cannot reunify with one or both parents due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. This process requires a family court order granting custody or guardianship to a qualified caregiver before the child can apply for SIJS with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

At AG Law Firm, we assist immigrant families with:

• Filing custody petitions in family court to establish eligibility for SIJS

• Proving abuse, neglect, or abandonment in compliance with New Jersey family law

• Navigating the SIJS process and subsequent green card applications

• Defending against deportation while pursuing SIJS

WHY CUSTODY MATTERS IN SIJS CASES

To qualify for SIJS, a child must first obtain a custody or guardianship order from a state family court. This order must include findings that:

• The child cannot be reunited with one or both parents due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment

• It is not in the child’s best interest to return to their home country

• The child needs a court-appointed guardian or custodian for stability and care

Our firm works closely with immigrant families, guardians, and sponsors to secure the necessary court orders to move forward with SIJS petitions.

HOW OUR SIJS CUSTODY LAWYERS CAN HELP

Navigating SIJS custody proceedings requires knowledge of both family law and immigration law. Many law firms focus on only one of these areas—but at AG Law Firm, we specialize in both. Our firm understands how New Jersey family courts and USCIS work together in SIJS cases, ensuring your petition meets all legal requirements.

Experienced in New Jersey Family Courts – We help clients obtain SIJS-qualifying custody and guardianship orders efficiently.

Multilingual Legal Team – Our Spanish, Ukrainian, and Russian-speaking attorneys and staff assist families with clear communication and guidance.

Proven Immigration Success – We have helped hundreds of immigrant families secure lawful status through SIJS and related processes.

CONTACT OUR SIJS CUSTODY LAWYERS TODAY

If your child qualifies for Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, the first step is securing the necessary family court order. At AG Law Firm, we have extensive experience handling both the custody and immigration aspects of SIJS cases. Our New Jersey immigration attorneys are ready to fight for your child’s future.

Call us today for a consultation or schedule an appointment online to discuss your case.