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[yv060183]

my mother died about two months ago before we were able to file the I-485 for myself. i just got the papers in the mail saying that I can now apply to adjust my status.

Question 1. will my mothers death make a difference when I file my I-485?

Question 2. Can my "grandparents"--who biologically are not my grandparents adopt me? And if so, will that help or hurt me when I file my I-485?

thanks much in advance

[PraetorianXI]

Unless your dad is an US Citizen and could perhaps take over the I-130 from your mom, your petition is void.

Your grand parents must be US Citizens and they must adopt you before your 18th birthday.

[yv060183]

my father was killed in 2001 and was never named on my birth certificate. if my approved I-130 is void then what if anything can I do?

[PraetorianXI]

There is nothing you can do. Your I-130 is void and therefore you can not file I-485.