What do I do if I am in or referred to Immigration Court?

Being in immigration courts means the U.S. Government is trying to deport/remove you from the United States. In immigration courts, there are two separate hearings. At the Master Hearing, the judge will take pleadings to the charges against you and typically discuss with your attorney a plan of action. The judge will also impose a deadline for filing all reliefs available to you. Your lawyer typically discusses plans and methods to prevent your deportation with the judge. There is also always a lawyer for the government present in the courtroom who oversees your case. The second hearing is called the Individual Hearing. This is the final hearing and where the court decides whether to approve or deny your continued stay in the U.S., whether it be granting you some sort of legal status or ordering your removal. However, even if ordered removal, there is always an appeal process which can be followed. It is imperative you get a competent lawyer to represent you and apply for all reliefs available to you as your stay in the U.S. depends on it. Furthermore, it is crucial that you undertake an effective appeal if denied.

Being in deportation/removal courts does not necessarily mean that you will be deported. Our office has charted winning strategies to keep our clients in the U.S. with their families and loved ones. Typically, we are even called upon to appeal after the judge orders removal despite whether you were represented by different counsels in immigration courts. Call us for a consultation.