Ottawa County Deportation Defense Lawyer
Ottawa County Deportation Defense Lawyer
Many Americans believe that this country has too many immigrants, and they are in favor of broad deportation efforts. What these people may not realize, however, is that deportation has many harmful effects on those who are forced to leave the United States, as well as the families they often leave behind.
Contrary to popular belief, immigrants do not take jobs away from Americans. On the contrary, they are actually helpful. They work the jobs that most Americans do not want. They work as truck drivers, agricultural workers, construction workers, personal aides, housekeepers, cooks, butchers, hotel workers, and taxi drivers.
The agricultural industry, especially, relies on foreign-born workers. These workers are willing to perform back-breaking labor and work long days for low pay. In fact, more than 25% of farm workers in the United States are illegal immigrants.
If you or a family member is facing deportation, an Ottawa County immigration lawyer can defend your case and keep your family intact.
Effects of Deportation
Deportation has a detrimental effect on families and their communities. It does not focus on keeping families intact. Nearly 6 million children currently in the United States have a caregiver who is in the country illegally. When a person is deported, his or her financial situation suffers. Many see family ties severed. Because of the stigma involved, many have limited contact with family members.
The children and other family members left behind in the United States suffer, as well. Children are separated from their parents, leading to psychological detriment. Other family members have to take on multiple jobs to make ends meet. Older children may have to drop out of school to work and care for younger children.
Children also develop issues eating and sleeping. They feel anxious and angry. They tend to mistrust people and refuse to participate in social and community events. They withdraw from society. Even if the family is eventually reunited, these effects can linger.
Deportation affects jobs. Companies lose out on quality workers. In order to hire comparable workers, they are forced to increase wages. They may have to shut down operations entirely. Food growers may have to switch to foods that require less maintenance, such as nuts, leaving Americans with inadequate amounts of U.S.-grown fruits and vegetables. Food prices increase. Deportation affects the entire country to some degree.
The consequences of deportation can be fatal in some cases. Many foreigners who are forced to return to their home countries face persecution. They are beaten and tortured. Some are raped and murdered.
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Deportation causes families to break up and people to lose jobs. It also comes with serious psychological effects that can impact a person for the rest of his or her life.
Many foreigners face inhumane conditions in their home countries. Many are raped, tortured, and even killed. Protect yourself and your family with help from the Ottawa County lawyers at Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC. Our aggressive lawyers will assess your case and help you avoid deportation. Fill out the online form or call our office at (312) 332-2550 to schedule a consultation.
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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…
Great experience with this attorney office. They helped me with my I-751 waiver after divorce. Kevin was very professional, and supported me through the interview. Everything went smoothly and my case was approved. Highly recommend!
We contacted Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC, based on a recommendation, when my wife was detained by ICE. Attorney Khiabett Osuna handled our case, and it turned out to be the right choice. From the very beginning, she proved herself to be a caring and competent professional, clearly explaining the process. You can tell she's truly invested in each case and achieving results for her clients. We've also heard of…
I would like to express my gratitude to Kriezelman Burton & Associates, LLC, and especially to attorney Khiabett Osuna, who handled my case. I contacted them based on a recommendation and have never regretted it. From the very beginning, she demonstrated high professionalism. I could tell she was genuinely committed to the outcome and was doing everything possible to protect her client.
Mr. Kriezelman, Mr. Burton and Ms. Erin Cobb, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for handling my case. Your knowledge and dedication to my case is truly appreciated. Thank you.
I highly recommend Brittni Rivera. We are very grateful to her and the entire team at Kriezelman Burton & Associates. Your dedication, responsiveness, and compassion made an enormous difference during an incredibly difficult time. Serving as the liaison between Brittni Rivera and our friend in ICE detention, I saw firsthand how tirelessly she worked guiding us through the process, answering every question, and never losing sight of the humanity at…
Andrea C. Ochoa is truly the best of the best. ❤️ Our family went through one of the most difficult and frightening experiences of our lives when Feruz was detained by ICE. We felt lost, scared, and unsure of what would happen next. From the very beginning, Andrea brought us not only her professionalism and deep legal knowledge, but also something even more important — hope. She guided us through…
Thank you Matthew for all your help with my case. Highly recommend
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