Nadine Atkinson Flowers
My Latest Book, “On Your Feet, Criminal Law Practice in the Parish Courts in Jamaica”
Having written three other books (history) articles on legal subjects for US legal publications, Jamaican legal publications, newspaper articles and legal blogs I focus on giving you information to make good decisions.
As an experienced prosecutor and defence Attorney in Jamaica who regularly presents at Continuing Legal Education seminars virtually and in person, I can provide your audiences with a practical perspective on most legal topics affecting Jamaica and the Jamaican diaspora.
Practicing US Immigration law has allowed me to be in the heart of what is happening as it affects Jamaican and other immigrants to the USA. I can offer practical tips and insights on US Immigration and the effects of Jamaican law on clients’ immigration benefits.
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Check Out My Answers To These Popular Immigration Questions
Question
Friend’s moms tourist visa expires in Aug.
She was planning to return to India in July but with the current situation in India, my friend is exploring options.
The covid is at peak and flights might not be operational.
Is it possible to renew the tourist visa here in the USA?
What are the consequences on renewal if someone overstays for few weeks/months after expiry. He and his mom have no intention to do so but the situation is unprecedented.
Answer
They can complete the form for an extension from in the USA. After submitting they should follow up. It is never advisable to overstay.
Question
If I do multiple IT jobs on green card will it effect me anything? Like having multiple W2’s can cause any issue in the process of naturalisation? Or will it effect on the process of removal of conditions(I-751)
Answer
As I understand it you are a green card holder, based on a marriage? There is no problem with you having multiple jobs. You only need to ensure that you report all the incomes at tax time. Keep careful track of all documents related.
Question
I am an Indian citizen living in Srilanka with my American girlfriend on a Srilankan toursit visa. We are planning to get married and looking for easier/faster options for me to enter United states and either register our marriage legally done in Srilanka, or apply for I-129 fiance visa, and get married directly in USA.
Answer
There is no guarantee you can arrive in the USA “around October” regardless of which route you choose. The US Immigration authorities have their own timetable that guide them. Try to make your application as thorough as possible to reduce the chance of delay.
General Legal Services
Navigating the red-tape at Jamaican Government offices can be a nightmare when you do not have a clue what to do, one wrong step can cause lengthly delays.
Writing Wills, Contracts, and Power of Attorney
Passport Services and Assistance Obtaining Police Records.
Filing for Divorce, Serving Documents, Obtaining Court Documents
Assistance obtaining Birth, Death, and Marriage Certificates
US Immigration Consultation
There are many issues in Jamaica that can affect your US visas for living, working, studying or visiting in America.
- Did you forgot about something?
- Thought it wasn’t important?
- How come the filing is taking so long?
- Asked for more information?
- Told something needed?
- Denied?
- Confused about the process?