2025 Understanding the Right to 'Immigration Alimony': Sponsored Immigrants and the USCIS Form I-864, Affidavit of Support: Family Law Section Meeting | KCBA CLE WEB CATALOG

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60 minutes
Date Published

November 7, 2025

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King County Bar Association

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Family Law

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Presentation: “Understanding the Right to ‘Immigration Alimony’: Sponsored Immigrants and the USCIS Form I-864, Affidavit of Support” by Greg McLawsen, The Affidavit of Support Lawyer® & Managing Attorney - Sound Immigration

                   This presentation will cover:

  • Affidavit of Support 1-1: What it is, what the financial rights are, and why it matters in a dissolution.
  • Spotting claims in dissolutions: Identifying when clients have enforceable rights or obligations.
  • Interaction between federal and state issues: Strategies for Affidavit claims alongside spousal maintenance, property division, and child support.
  • Litigation and enforcement tools: Practical steps for bringing or defending I-864 claims in federal or state court.
  • Negotiation strategies: Using I-864 obligations to achieve favorable settlement outcomes.
  • Best practice recommendations: Tips for avoiding malpractice pitfalls, including template advice if your client has a potential claim. 
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Presenters

Greg McLawsen
The Affidavit of Support Lawyer® & Managing Attorney - Sound Immigration

Gregory ("Greg") McLawsen helps low-income green card holders enforce rights under the USCIS From I-864, Affidavit of... Read More

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2025 Understanding Immigration Alimony MP4
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