Cook County Deportation Defense Lawyer
Aggressive Deportation Defense in Cook County
The U.S. government retains the right to determine who can enter and stay in the country. When the government believes that a non-citizen should no longer be in the U.S., it can begin deportation proceedings in an immigration court.
Congress overhauled the nation’s immigration laws in 1997, which changed how the government goes about deporting people. Deportation proceedings are now called “removal proceedings,” unless they were begun before 1997. Nevertheless, the need for a strong defense is still the same, and the lawyers at Kriezelman Burton & Associates are prepared to defend you against the charges.
Crimes That Can Lead to Deportation
Many foreign nationals are deported because they have committed a crime, such as an aggravated felony or a “crime of moral turpitude.” If you face charges, then you should carefully consider how any plea deal will affect your eligibility to stay in the country.
Aggravated felonies are listed in Section 101(a)(43) of the Immigration and Nationality Act and include such crimes as:
- Murder
- Drug trafficking
- Gun trafficking
- Rape
- Sexual abuse
- Violent crimes that carry more than a year in jail
- Tax evasion of more than $10,000
By contrast, “crimes of moral turpitude” are not clearly defined but usually encompass crimes like theft, mail fraud, and wire fraud.
Dishonesty Can Lead to Deportation
If you are in the U.S. on a work visa, then you might be deported because you lied on your visa application. For example, you might have made misrepresentations about your:
- Education
- Work history
- Work duties
- Qualifications
Unfortunately, it is easy to make mistakes in the application process, none of which are intentional attempts to mislead anyone. If you have been accused of lying on a visa application, you should immediately contact a Cook County deportation defense attorney.
Requests for Relief
Anyone placed into deportation or removal proceedings can request relief to halt the proceedings. This relief can include:
- Voluntary departure
- Cancellation of Removal
- Asylum
- Adjustment of Status
- Deferral of Removal
- Termination, based on various grounds, such as the legality of deportability or a claim to U.S. citizenship
Many factors go into determining whether to bring a request for relief, and no two cases are exactly the same. What works for one client might not work for another. To determine whether you should seek relief, contact an immigration attorney today.
Why You Need a Strategic Cook County Deportation Defense Attorney
At Kriezelman Burton & Associates, we meet daily with foreign nationals who have received a Notice to Appear from ICE complete with allegations about why they face deportation/removal. We understand the fear and stress your family is going through, and we work tirelessly to defend our clients so that they can stay in the country.
If your immigration status is in jeopardy, or if you have concerns that it might be, we want to hear from you. Our experienced, aggressive Cook County deportation defense attorneys will review your situation and identify the best path forward. To schedule your free consultation, please call 312-332-2550 or send an online message.
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Matthew Kriezelman, first of all, thank you very much; you and your team are the best immigration lawyers in Chicago. I had a great experience—your professionalism was outstanding, and you were always there whenever needed. I give you five stars for the wonderful work you and your team did. Thanks again.
We would like to take a moment to sincerely thank Khiabett for her exceptional work and dedication in handling my husband’s removal proceedings case. We also want to thank Agata for her great communication during the gathering of all documents. Khiabett, we are incredibly grateful for your expertise, guidance, and persistence throughout the entire process. I can't thank you enough for your empathy and for standing by me during such…
I used their services for my case, and everything went smoothly. Rafael and Matthew are very knowledgeable and helpful, and answered all my questions. I highly recommend them!
I have used their services since 2022, and my experience was great. My own case was successfully finished this year. I want to say Matt and Raf were of great help throughout, and also Jennifer, who attended the interview with me. I would highly recommend their services.
Mr. Jeffery and Mr. Kevin Racia were the attorneys handling a complex immigration case of mine. On the assurance of both attorneys that the case is going to be presented in a systematic way, I went ahead with confidence. I was able to become a legal permanent resident. I highly recommend Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC for all your immigration needs.
Thank you, thank you, thank you to the remarkable team of Khiabett Osuna, Brittani Rivera, and Rafael Rodriguez, who were responsible for the successful release from detention of one of our parishioners, husband and father of four, after over 10 weeks of incarceration. From his detention to the payment of his bail and from Immigration Court to his reunion with his family, there were blessings aplenty made possible through the…
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to my attorney, Brittni Rivera, for her professionalism and support during a very difficult time. I was in detention for 6 months, and thanks to her hard work and filing a habeas corpus petition, I was finally released. In addition, when I was released, ICE did not return my documents. Brittni did not ignore this issue — she took action and successfully…
My aunt was recently detained by ICE and sent to El Paso, Texas to the East Montana Detention Facility. This place is essentially a prison in the middle of the desert, and the majority of the detainees here get deported. My family and I interviewed a dozen immigration attorneys around the country to help my aunt, and we decided to hire Kevin Raica, an attorney with Kriezelman Burton and Associates.…
Our case was very difficult, and at times it felt like there was no way out. My wife was detained for a long period of time, and it was an extremely challenging experience for our family. Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC truly changed our situation. I would especially like to thank our attorney, Brittni Rivera, as well as Natalia. They were attentive, honest, and always ready to help. It was…
I cannot recommend Kevin Raica highly enough. He helped me successfully obtain my U.S. green card, and the entire process was smooth and stress-free because of his expertise and dedication. From start to finish, Kevin was professional, organized, and extremely knowledgeable about immigration law. He made sure every document was prepared correctly and took the time to explain each step clearly. Anytime I had questions, he responded promptly and made…
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