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Effective Legal Representation for Immigrants in the US
The route from immigration to citizenship is complicated, and there can be multiple challenges along the way. Your journey can start with a request for an asylum, a petition from a qualifying relative, or even detention by ICE. Navigating the pitfalls associated with the immigration process can be stressful and not something that you can manage on your own.
The experienced attorney and his team at The James Hernandez Law Firm, PLLC understand this very well. That is why we are there to provide you with the knowledgeable legal assistance you need with respect to your immigration matters, so you don't need to handle this stressful process alone.
We're proud to represent immigrants throughout the United States and are committed to providing them with the legal representation they need to establish their lives in America. Over the years, we've represented clients from Mexico, Central and South America, and as far away as Russia.
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Court Representation
Have you recently received a "Notice to Appear" that lists allegations and charges against you made by the government? If so, don't panic. Reach out to our attorney and his team at The James Hernandez Law Firm, PLLC.
We'll study your notice and determine whether it is legally valid or not. If it is valid, we'll work with you to navigate the long-winding and complicated Immigration Court Process.
For your information, we have provided zealous representation in immigration courts all over the country, including:
- Houston,
- Port Isabel
- Harlingen
- Pearsall
- San Antonio
- Dallas
- El Paso
- Livingston
- Conroe
- Oakdale and Jena, LA
- Stewart and Atlanta, GA
- Miami, FL
- Charlotte, NC
- Fort Snelling, MN
- Salt Lake City, UT
- New York, NY
- Los Angeles, CA
- And before the Board of Immigration Appeals in Falls Church, VA
Motions to Reopen
If you have received an order of deportation, don't panic. The order does not mean that you need to leave the country immediately.
You may be able to have your case reopened in case you were removed in-absentia ( not showing up in court). Some reasons for reopening your case are as follows:
- You were not aware of your court date or your attorney did not inform you of the day
- In case of emergencies, such as illnesses and major accidents, which makes it difficult for you to present yourself in court on the specific date, you can request to have your case reopened
However, make sure you contact our office once you have received a deportation order, so our attorney can determine the best way to have your case reopened.
Parole and Bond Requests
Have you or a family member been detained by ICE? If so, turn to the reliable attorney from The James Hernandez Law Firm, PLLC for legal assistance with respect to your detention.
How to apply for release from detention? This can be done by a Parole Request made through ICE or by a Motion for a Bond Redetermination Hearing through the Immigration Court.
Detention release via Parole Requests
How this process works is as follows. Once you have been detained, ICE will determine whether to release you on your word or ask you to pay a certain sum of money for release. In some cases, they may also require additional information showing that you are eligible for detention release. Once the information has been filed, ICE will take a decision on your release.
Our office routinely submits parole requests on the behalf of our clients. So you can reach out to us for proceeding with this option.
Bond Redetermination Hearing through the Immigration Court
This is the course to pursue if ICE does not release you and your case goes before the immigration Judge. In this situation, you have the right to ask the Judge for a bond for being released from detention.
However, not all people may be eligible for this. Some may be detained mandatorily.
It is therefore important you reach out to an experienced and knowledgeable attorney who can guide you as to what are your legal options in this situation. Call Attorney James today for a FREE consultation.
Family-Based Immigration
Other than the Immigration Court, there are other ways to gain residence and citizenship status in the United States. This includes the "family-based immigration process".
If you have a qualifying relative in the US, you may be able to gain residence status without having to go to the Immigration Court. For this, your qualifying relative needs to submit an I-130 Petition. Based on various factors, you may have to either "manage" your status during your stay in the US or file a "waiver", which will enable you to complete most of the immigration process inside the US.
Call us for a FREE consultation on this approach, and our attorney will work with you to determine what is the most suitable process to be followed in your case.
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