A marriage-based green card lets the spouse of a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident live and work permanently in the United States. Once approved, the spouse becomes a lawful permanent resident with the same rights as other green card holders and may later apply for U.S. citizenship.
If you’re married to a U.S. citizen or green card holder, we’ll guide you through eligibility, documents, costs, and timelines—so you can focus on your future together. Call 323-805-0445 now for a free case review.
This immigration benefit unites couples when one spouse is a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. It proves your marriage is real—not for immigration purposes only—and grants:
From the U.S. Sponsor:
From the Foreign Spouse:
Conditional cards (under 2 years married) require filing Form I-751 to remove conditions after 2 years. Permanent cards last 10 years. Spouses of U.S. citizens may apply for citizenship after 3 years as a green card holder instead of 5.
Filing correctly the first time saves time, money, and stress. Our experienced attorneys, Mariano “Mario” F. Herrera and Juliette Potter, bring extensive immigration law experience with thousands of successful approvals for marriage green cards, fiancé visas, and citizenship cases. At American Immigration Law Firm LLP , we’re committed to guiding you through every step of the process with precision and care.
Call 323-805-0445 today to discuss your marriage green card case and start your path to permanent residency with confidence.
Florida International University College of Law, Miami, Florida
Bowling Greend State University, Bowling Green, Ohio
Juliette Potter is a highly accomplished United States Immigration Attorney with over two decades of legal experience. She began her legal journey as a Barrister in the United Kingdom and was later admitted as an Attorney-at-Law in Antigua and Barbuda before the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court.
Ms. Potter’s academic background is equally distinguished. She holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Florida International University College of Law, a Bachelor of Laws (Honors) from the University of Wolverhampton, and a Legal Education Certificate from the Norman Manley Law School in Jamaica. She also earned a Master’s degree in Organization Development from Bowling Green State University’s College of Business in Ohio.
Her professional experience spans both the corporate and legal worlds. Before entering private immigration practice, she served as Chief Legal Officer for an international group of companies. Today, she is a Licensed Attorney in the State of New York, representing clients before the Federal Immigration Courts of the United States, while also maintaining her active law license in Antigua and Barbuda.
As an immigrant herself, Ms. Potter brings a unique perspective and deep empathy to her practice. Her personal experiences inspire her unwavering commitment to helping clients navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration law with confidence and care.
Outside the courtroom, Ms. Potter enjoys cooking, traveling, and exploring new cuisines — passions that reflect her appreciation for diversity and global cultures, both in life and in law.
