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If You are Facing Deportation, Our Experienced Chicago Immigration Attorneys Can Help.
Are you facing deportation? Under federal law, when the government wishes to force a permanent or non-permanent resident to leave, it must initiate a removal proceeding. This typically starts with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security issuing a Notice to Appear, which is served on the foreign national who is the subject of the removal proceeding. This notice includes the charges against the foreign national–that is, the U.S. laws that he or she allegedly violated–together with any supporting facts.
If you have received a Notice to Appear, it is imperative that you speak with a Chicago immigration attorney as soon as possible. Homeland Security means business when it initiates a removal proceeding. Do not assume that this is a simple misunderstanding you can clear up on your own. Your best chance at avoiding deportation is to work with an attorney who understands the immigration system and will dedicate his or her energy and resources to helping you.
At Kriezelman Burton & Associates, we proudly defend clients in removal proceedings. We can handle your case from start-to-finish, from conducting initial meetings with immigration officials to presenting your case in court–and if necessary, on appeal. We also provide a full range of immigration-related legal services. So, if you simply need help obtaining a visa or need more information on how to apply for a green card or even U.S. citizenship, call us today at 312-332-2550 to schedule a free consultation.
Why You Need to Work with an Immigration Attorney
Removal and deportation cases are not handled by the regular court system. Instead, Congress has established a special immigration court within the executive branch of the government. The U.S. Attorney General appoints lawyers to serve as immigration judges who conduct the actual removal proceedings. These are similar to trials in that the subject may present arguments and evidence in his or her defense.
Keep in mind, the government may initiate removal proceedings for any number of reasons. If you are currently in the United States on a visa, you can be deported for violating any of the conditions of your stay. Even if you are an authorized non-permanent or permanent resident (i.e., a person holding a green card), immigration authorities may seek your removal for violating certain laws, abusing drugs, committing acts of fraud, or even failing to notify authorities if you changed your address recently.
In addition, there are situations in which Homeland Security may seek expedited removal. This basically allows executive branch officials to deport someone without a hearing before an immigration court. For example, certain persons trying to cross into the U.S. from Canada or Mexico may be subject to expedited removal if the government believes they lied or misrepresented a material fact to obtain entry.
If you or someone in your family is facing an expedited removal, our Chicago immigration attorneys may be able to help. Contact Kriezelman Burton & Associates today to schedule a free consultation. Whatever your immigration problem, we are ready and able to advise you on the best course of action.
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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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