VAWA Lawyer Serving Burlington County, New Jersey

If you are an abused spouse in Burlington County, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) provides a path to a green card without your abuser’s involvement. A VAWA lawyer Burlington County from Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. can guide you through the confidential self-petition process.

Understanding VAWA Self-Petition Relief

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a federal law that allows certain abused spouses, children, and parents of U.S. citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) to file an immigration petition on their own behalf. This is known as a VAWA self-petition. It is a critical form of abused spouse immigration relief lawyer Burlington County residents can pursue to gain independence and lawful status without relying on the abusive family member.

Last verified: April 2026 | Superior Court of NJ, Burlington Vicinage | U.S. Congress

Founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris, our firm brings extensive experience in contested immigration matters, including humanitarian cases like VAWA. We understand the sensitive nature of these cases and provide discreet, compassionate legal support.

Official Immigration Resources

VAWA provisions are part of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). The Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) oversees immigration courts where removal defense may be part of a VAWA case.

The VAWA Process in Burlington County

For Burlington County residents, the key local procedural fact is that while VAWA petitions are filed directly with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Vermont Service Center, any related removal proceedings would be heard at the Newark Immigration Court. New Jersey’s Immigrant Trust Directive limits local law enforcement cooperation with ICE, which can provide some community safety. An experienced VAWA self-petition lawyer Burlington County can handle both the federal petition process and any potential court involvement.

1. Consult confidentially with a VAWA lawyer. Discuss your situation to determine eligibility.
2. Gather full evidence. This includes proof of the abuser’s status, the relationship, cohabitation, good moral character, and the abuse (police reports, medical records, affidavits).
3. Prepare and file Form I-360, Petition for Amerasian, Widow(er), or Special Immigrant. This is the VAWA self-petition, filed with a fee waiver request.
4. Respond to any Requests for Evidence (RFE). USCIS may ask for more documentation.
5. Upon approval, apply for adjustment of status or consular processing. This leads to a green card.

Why VAWA Is a Critical Immigration Remedy

In Burlington County, a successful VAWA self-petition can stop deportation, provide work authorization, and lead to permanent residency, offering a lifeline to survivors.

VAWA was created to protect immigrants trapped in abusive relationships due to their immigration status. It recognizes that an abuser often uses the threat of deportation as a tool of control. By allowing the victim to petition independently, the law removes that power. Success requires proving you are the spouse, child, or parent of the abuser; that you resided with them; that you are a person of good moral character; and that you were subjected to battery or extreme cruelty.

Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Our Experience with Humanitarian Immigration Cases

Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997. With over 120 years of combined attorney experience, our firm has a documented record of handling contested immigration matters. Our founder, Mr. Sris, is a former prosecutor whose background brings a rigorous, detail-oriented approach to building strong evidentiary packages for visas and humanitarian relief like VAWA.

Case Results and Client Advocacy

SRIS actively practices in Burlington County — firm-wide, our attorneys have handled 4,739+ documented case results with over 93% favorable outcomes across our practice areas. While every VAWA case is unique and highly fact-specific, our systematic approach to gathering evidence and presenting a compelling narrative is designed to meet the high standards of proof required by USCIS.

Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Local Immigration Legal Support in Burlington County

Our New Jersey location serves clients throughout Burlington County. We are accessible via the NJ Turnpike and I-295, representing clients in Mount Holly, Mount Laurel, Moorestown, and surrounding communities. As a VAWA lawyer near Burlington County courts and the USCIS Newark Field Office, we provide accessible support for this sensitive process. We offer 24/7 phone consultations at (888) 437-7747, with meetings by appointment only.

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For more information, see our New Jersey Immigration Lawyer hub page. We also assist Burlington County residents with criminal defense and family law matters, which often intersect with immigration cases.

Last verified: April 2026. Laws and procedures change. Contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance regarding your specific case.