Claus

Hi,

I married my girlfriend of 4 years in 1999, got my conditional green card in Nov.
2000. Then, hell broke loose and we got divorced (Final July 19, 2002). So now I
have to file for the removal of the conditional and I feel helpless and don't know
what to do.

Here is what I have:

- Rental agreements from 1998-2002 for her and me (together)
- Old Bank statements of our shared account (before marriage already)
- Pictures, letter and e-mails going back 6 years
- Names of people who knew us as a couple when we met 6 years ago
- Statement from her that the marriage feel apart because of her and that she
filed for divorce and not me

But everybody tells me to get a Lawyer instead of filing myself. I contacted one in
San Francisco and she wants $100 for a first meeting and says the whole removal of
the condition will cost me between $1500 and $3500.

Any advice what I should do ? I am working but this is a lot of money, especially in
light of the credit card debt we created together and that I pay for now (so does she
to be fair...)

Can I file alone ? Should I file alone ? Is this price quote fair ? Any other
suggestions ?

Please help...I am so frustrated.

Thanks,

Claus