DEPORTATION DEFENSE – we have a thorough understanding of the deportation process. As with all of our clients, our number one priority is protecting their best interests; we will work hard to ensure that no one is unjustly deported. There are many situations that could lead to deportation including, but not limited to:
- Criminal convictions
- Immigration violations
- Visa or green card expiration
- Employment violations
- Immigration fraud
- Final Order of Removal/Deportation after a denial of asylum; or
- Failing to depart after a grant of voluntary departure
We understand the worry, fear and stress that come with the threat of deportation, but our experienced team of attorneys have a number of strategies that can help you avoid deportation including:
- Obtaining political asylum
- Cancellation of removal
- Adjusting your status to permanent residency
- Attaining a waiver or pardon under the Immigration and Nationality Act
We are dedicated to fighting your deportation and can help you file the appropriate petitions, obtain the necessary documents and waivers, and file motions to reopen or appeal your case.
- Credible fear interview
- Bond request
- Parole request
- Asylum
U.S. law states that asylum may be granted to foreigners that can prove they have suffered past persecution and/or have a well-founded fear of future persecution based on their political opinion, race, religion, nationality, or membership in a specific social group if they were sent back to their home countries. At KEL Attorneys, we are dedicated to helping people escape persecution and find safe haven in the U.S. Asylum may be granted to people who are already in the United States, or to those just arriving. If you are already in the U.S., you or your attorney must file an I-589 form, which is the “Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal.” This form must be filed within a year of your arrival in the country regardless of whether you are residing here legally. There may be some scenarios where the one year bar can be exempt. If you are just arriving, you can ask for asylum at the port of entry (i.e. airport, seaport, border crossing, etc.). However, in order to be granted asylum, you must present substantial evidence that you were persecuted or at risk of persecution in your home country. You may apply for asylum by filing the application and initiating the process, or you may seek asylum as a defense to pending deportation proceedings. Proving that you experienced persecution or have a well-founded fear of future persecution can be very difficult, as most of the evidence remains back in your home country. At KEL Attorneys, we have the experience necessary to properly prepare, file and present an asylum case and will do everything that the law allows to increase your chances for obtaining asylum in the United States.
- Cancelation of Removal
- Waivers