Deportation Defense Attorney in Chicago, IL

What is the Deportation Process?

If you are facing deportation, it is important to understand the legal process that you will be going through. While the process can vary depending on the specific circumstances of your case, most deportation cases will involve several key steps.

The deportation process typically involves the following steps:

1. Notice to Appear: If the U.S. government has initiated deportation proceedings against you, they will send you a Notice to Appear (NTA). The NTA will include the reason for your deportation and the time and date of your hearing. The NTA will also include a list of charges against you and the consequences of deportation.
2. Master Calendar Hearing: At your first hearing, called a Master Calendar Hearing, you will appear before an immigration judge, who will read the charges against you and ask you to respond to them. You will also have the opportunity to request relief from deportation. If you do not have an attorney with you at this hearing, the judge may give you more time to find one.
3. Individual Hearing: At this hearing, you will have the opportunity to present your case to the judge. You can bring witnesses and evidence to support your case, and you can have your attorney present to represent you. The judge will then decide whether you will be deported or allowed to stay in the country.
4. Appeal: If the judge orders you to be deported, you can appeal the decision to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). You will typically have 30 days to file an appeal. If the BIA also orders you to be deported, you can appeal to a Federal Circuit Court.
5. Deportation: If the judge orders you to be deported and you do not appeal the decision or your appeal is denied, you will be removed from the country. The U.S. government will typically arrange for your transportation back to your home country.

The deportation process can be complex and confusing. That is why it is so important to have an experienced deportation lawyer in Chicago on your side. At Hart David Carson LLP, we have a deep understanding of this legal process, and we can help you navigate it from beginning to end. We will work tirelessly to protect you from deportation and help you keep your family together.

What Are the Grounds for Deportation?

There are many reasons why the U.S. government may initiate deportation proceedings against a non-U.S. citizen. In some cases, the non-U.S. citizen may have violated U.S. immigration laws. In other cases, the non-U.S. citizen may have committed a crime. If you have been served with a Notice to Appear, it is important to understand the grounds for your deportation so you can build an effective defense.

There are several grounds for deportation, including:

• Criminal Convictions: Individuals convicted of certain crimes, including felonies and aggravated felonies, may face deportation.
• Immigration Violations: Violations of immigration laws, such as overstaying a visa, entering the country illegally, or engaging in fraudulent activities to obtain immigration benefits, can lead to deportation.
• Violation of Visa Conditions: Individuals who fail to comply with the conditions of their visas, such as working without authorization or staying beyond the authorized period, may be subject to deportation.
• Security and Public Safety Concerns: Individuals deemed to be a threat to national security or public safety may be deported. This includes individuals involved in terrorism or criminal activities.
• Fraudulent Marriage: Individuals who entered into a fraudulent marriage to obtain immigration benefits may be subject to deportation.
• Unlawful Presence: Individuals who accrue unlawful presence in the U.S., often by staying beyond the authorized period on their visa, may face deportation.
• Violation of Asylum or Refugee Status: Individuals granted asylum or refugee status who violate the terms of their protection may be subject to deportation.
• Public Charge: Individuals who become a public charge, meaning they rely on government assistance for their livelihood, may be subject to deportation.

How Can a Deportation Lawyer in Chicago Help?

The deportation process can be incredibly complex and confusing. That is why it is so important to have an experienced deportation lawyer in Chicago on your side. At Hart David Carson LLP, we have a deep understanding of this legal process, and we can help you navigate it from beginning to end. We will work tirelessly to protect you from deportation and help you keep your family together.

Our Chicago deportation attorneys can help you with the following and more:

• Explaining your rights and options
• Helping you understand the charges against you
• Building an effective defense
• Representing you at all hearings and proceedings
• Handling all paperwork and legal filings on your behalf
• Communicating with ICE and other relevant authorities
• Negotiating with the prosecution to help you avoid deportation
• Appealing any deportation orders
• Helping you with the asylum process
• Helping you with the green card application process
• Helping you with the visa application process

If you are facing deportation, you have a lot on the line. You could be separated from your loved ones and your life in the United States. Our Chicago deportation attorneys can help you explore all of your legal options and build an effective defense. We will work tirelessly to protect your rights and help you achieve your immigration goals.

Contact us at (630) 931-0379 today to let us protect you against deportation immediately!