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Any form of comprehensive immigration reform (CIR) would probably have more to do with undocumented immigrants than individuals on legal visas like your L-2. As you are going to college, I assume that you are not the spouse of the principal L-1 worker. Only L-2 spouses are allowed to apply for work authorization. You would probably have to obtain a different visa status to work legally in the States. You could perhaps switch over to F-1 student status and at some point obtain curriculum practical training (CPT) from your designated school official (DSO). Also as an F-1 student, you are allowed to work on campus in a part-time capacity without the need for authorization as long as the employing organization provides services to students. On campus employment is limited to 20 hours per week while classes are in session; full-time work is permitted during holidays or school vacation periods. Due to the limitations of the Lawyers.com Forums, Alan Lee, Esq.'s (the "Firm") participation in responding to questions posted herein does not constitute legal advice, nor legal representation of the person or entity posting a question. No Attorney/Client relationship is or shall be construed to be created hereby. The information provided herein by the Firm is general, and requires that the poster obtain specific legal advice from an attorney. The poster shall not rely upon the information provided herein as legal advice nor as the basis for making any decisions of legal consequence.

Yes, you can petition if you are a U.S.C. and more than 21 years of age. You will also have to demonstrate that your father legitimized you. That is, that he was actively involved in your life.

Depending on the exact circumstances surrounding your father's removal from the United States, he may be able to re-enter the country after ten (10) years. Assuming you are over the age of twenty-one (21) you, a U.S. citizen child, are eligible to sponsor your father for a green card. That said, additional facts are needed to give an accurate response to your question. Contact an immigration attorney with questions regarding your case.