If you or a loved one are facing a deportation or removal order, you are likely feeling highly concerned and unsure about what steps to take next. Fortunately, there are legal options available to defend your right to stay in the United States. At Karlin & Karlin, our dedicated team provides compassionate and strategic legal support to help protect your future and keep your family together.
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Facing Removal Proceedings? We’re Ready to Defend You.
You don’t have to go through deportation alone. At Karlin & Karlin, we fight to protect your rights, keep your family together, and secure your future in the U.S. Contact us today to get the legal support you deserve.
Understanding Deportation and Removal Proceedings
Deportation – also referred to as removal – is the process carried out by the U.S. government when it alleges that a non-citizen has violated immigration law. This may include:
- Criminal convictions
- Visa overstays
- Fraud or misrepresentation on immigration documents
- Denied asylum applications
- Unlawful entry into the United States
- Allegations of being a threat to national security or public safety
Individuals who are deported may face serious consequences, including being barred from reentering the country for years or even permanently. Because of the severity of these outcomes, it is critical to act quickly to understand your rights and explore possible legal defenses.
How a Deportation Defense Lawyer Can Support Your Case
Facing removal proceedings can be overwhelming, but legal support can make a significant difference. A deportation lawyer can:
- Explain your grounds for deportation – Reviewing your case to help you understand why you may be facing removal and what rights you still hold.
- Develop a defense strategy – Depending on your immigration history and ties to family in the U.S., defenses may include asylum applications, waivers of inadmissibility, cancellation of removal, or adjustment of status.
- Represent you in immigration court – Hearings can be intimidating, but your lawyer can present evidence, challenge the government’s claims, and argue for your right to remain in the country.
- File motions or appeals – If your initial hearing ends unfavorably, you may still have options. This could include filing an appeal, reopening your case due to errors, or presenting new evidence.
- Seek bonds or deferred action – If you are detained, an attorney can pursue bond or request prosecutorial discretion to help you remain with your family while your case proceeds.
Protecting Immigrant Rights
Immigrants contribute significantly to communities across the United States, strengthening the economy and culture. Unfortunately, many still face the risk of deportation due to changing immigration policies, enforcement actions, or criminal allegations. Karlin & Karlin works closely with clients to ensure their rights are protected throughout the process, from detention to court hearings.
Immigrants facing deportations are exponentially more successful with the help from a deportation defense attorney. Don’t try and face removal proceedings on your own.
Experienced Legal Help, Delivered with Care and Commitment.
Frequently Asked Questions for a Deportation Defense Attorney
What happens if I receive a Notice to Appear (NTA)?
An NTA means the government has initiated removal proceedings. You must attend all scheduled hearings, or you risk being ordered to be removed in your absence.
Can a lawyer stop deportation?
A lawyer cannot guarantee that deportation will be stopped, but they can make a significant difference in your case. By reviewing the details of your situation, they can identify possible defenses, apply for relief options such as asylum or cancellation of removal, pursue waivers, request bond, and represent you in immigration court.
Can having a U.S. citizen family member stop deportation?
In some cases, yes. Certain individuals with U.S. citizen parents, children, or spouses may qualify for relief such as cancellation of removal, adjustment of status, or waivers.
What if I’ve been in the U.S. for more than 10 years?
If you meet specific criteria, including showing good moral character and proving your removal would cause significant hardship to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident family member, you may qualify for non-lawful permanent resident cancellation of removal.
Can criminal charges lead to deportation?
Yes. Many felony offenses and some misdemeanors can trigger removal proceedings. The impact depends on how the law classifies the crime and the details of your case.
What is cancellation of removal?
This is a form of legal relief that allows certain individuals with removal orders to remain in the U.S. if they meet eligibility requirements, such as long-term residence, good moral character, and proof of hardship to a qualifying relative.
Schedule a Consultation with a Deportation Defense Lawyer
Deportation can be devastating, but you don’t have to face it alone. Karlin & Karlin is committed to helping individuals and families fight removal orders, pursue relief, and protect their lives in the United States. Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation and discuss your options.
