Deportation proceedings can be an overwhelming and emotional ordeal for immigrants and their families. When facing the fear of being detained or separated from loved ones, having a skilled deportation lawyer by your side can make all the difference.
Gireud | Hobbs, PLLC understands the fear and uncertainty deportation proceedings bring and provides a strong, steady hand to guide individuals and families through these challenging times.
This guide outlines the role our deportation lawyer will play in your case and the assistance, genuine care, and unwavering support we extend to individuals in deportation proceedings.
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About Deportation and Removal Defense
The federal government can initiate a removal proceeding based on criminal acts, a minor traffic stop, or after your affirmative asylum application to the U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has been denied.
You may also be subject to removal from the U.S. for the following reasons:
- You were convicted for committing a crime.
- You have overstayed on a visitor, student, or work visa.
- You gave false information to immigration authorities.
- You have broken immigration laws, such as entering the United States as an undocumented person.
- You have misrepresented yourself on a non-immigrant or permanent resident application.
- You have improperly received assistance.
What is a Notice to Appear?
If you are subject to removal from the United States, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will send you a Notice to Appear through mail or in person.
The Notice to Appear requires you to stand before a judge in an Immigration Court.
If you, a member of your family or a friend has received a Notice to Appear and is facing deportation and removal proceedings. In that case, your best deportation defense should begin with a consultation with Fernando D. Gireud, an experienced deportation lawyer.
You may have to deal with various deportation and removal defense agencies, including the Department of Justice (DOJ), the U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR), the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the US Department of Labor (DOL,) and local law enforcement.
Deportation Lawyer Defending Your Right to Stay in America
Deportation, officially termed “removal” by U.S. Customs and Immigration Enforcement (ICE), involves the legal process of expelling an individual from the country. Often, this is triggered by a visa overstay, a criminal conviction, or violations of immigration law. For anyone facing deportation, the stakes are incredibly high—citizenship status, livelihood, and family unity hang in the balance.
Hiring a deportation lawyer is the first step in defending against deportation. At the San Antonio law firm of Gireud | Hobbs, PLLC, our Texas deportation lawyer understands the fear that comes when you or a loved one is being detained at an ICE detention facility.
Families may not even know where their loved one is, as ICE moves detainees from place to place without warning. We help people detained at all facilities in South Texas, including:
- South Texas Detention Facility in Pearsall, TX
- Don Hutto Resident Center in Taylor, TX
- Contract Detention Facility (CCA) and Rio Grande Detention Center in Laredo, TX
- Port Isabel Service Processing Center in Los Fresnos, TX
The legal process can be daunting without the right help. ICE may move detainees between facilities without notice, leaving families struggling to locate their loved ones. Furthermore, the legal defenses and options for fighting removal require a deep understanding of immigration laws and processes.
This is where an experienced deportation lawyer come in. Their role is to defend you in court and protect your dignity, rights, and future.
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How Our Deportation Lawyer Fights Detention and Removal
- Reviewing Criminal Convictions
If you were detained due to a past criminal conviction, our deportation lawyers will investigate whether the conviction was appropriate. For example, if you received bad legal advice forcing you to plead guilty to a crime they didn’t commit, we can help you reopen your case.
- Waivers for Extreme Hardship
For clients whose removal would create significant hardship for their families legally in the U.S., the attorneys can petition for a waiver of the 10-year reentry ban. Given the detailed requirements for this procedure, it is best to consult a deportation lawyer to determine your eligibility and guide you through the process.
- Requests for a Stay of Removal
Our deportation lawyers also file requests with the Board of Immigration Appeals to delay removal while exploring legal options. These requests require a precise understanding of immigration policies—a strength our firm consistently demonstrates. Again, the circumstances under which this is possible are very specific. We would need to review your case to determine your eligibility.
- Apply for a U Visa or T Visa
A deportation lawyer can determine if you qualify for U or T nonimmigrant status, which is only available to certain crime victims. Your deportation attorney will explain the specific eligibility requirements for each after reviewing your circumstances.
While the questions may feel personal, they are confidential and could help prevent deportation. It’s important that you trust your attorney, even if it’s difficult to talk about your past experiences.
- Apply for Defensive Asylum
Your deportation lawyer may suggest you qualify for defensive asylum if you have a credible fear of persecution in your home country. You could avoid deportation if the persecution is based on race, religion, nationality, social group, or political views.
Asylum may be granted through a credible fear screening, but if not, you could still qualify another way. Your attorney can help you request defensive asylum before the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR).
- The Convention Against Torture
The Convention Against Torture prevents noncitizens from being returned to their home country if they would likely face torture if they were deported. This is an important form of immigration relief available to noncitizens who don’t qualify for asylum, U visas, or T visas, but who would be in danger if they were deported.
- Withholding of Removal
Withholding of Removal is similar to asylum, but its protection is less certain. It doesn’t offer a permanent solution to staying in the United States, but it can prevent deportation indefinitely. It is available to people who can’t apply for asylum. It’s not ideal, but if you’d be in danger if you were deported and don’t qualify for asylum, it may be your safest option.
- Prosecutorial Discretion
If staying in the U.S. poses no risk and preserves resources, an Office of the Principal Legal Advisor (OPLA) attorney may decide not to pursue deportation.
This prosecutorial discretion offers relief from removal and potentially work authorization but provides no additional immigration benefits. It’s not ideal but could be an option if other defense strategies are exhausted.
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Why Choose Gireud | Hobbs, PLLC?
Facing deportation is a defining moment requiring you to find a trusted legal team with proven results. Here’s why clients turn to Gireud | Hobbs for deportation defense:
- Proven Experience – Years of success handling complex deportation and immigration cases.
- Compassionate Advocacy – Empathy-driven legal representation focused on minimizing stress.
- Strategic Approaches – Personalized strategies that maximize the chances of a favorable outcome.
- Accessibility – Free consultations and a commitment to keeping families informed and connected.
Clients often praise our firm’s dedication, professionalism, and ability to provide a lifeline during moments of uncertainty.
We Are Passionate About Immigration Law
Behind every successful defense at Gireud | Hobbs is a team passionate about advocating for immigrant rights. Our firm’s principal immigration attorney brings years of experience and unparalleled determination to address every case.
Our services extend beyond deportation defense. We also help clients with:
- Asylum Applications – Providing legal pathways for individuals seeking safety from persecution.
- Family & Work Visas – Reuniting families and securing visas for skilled workers.
- Resolving Visa Overstays – Finding solutions to maintain legal status.
Schedule a Free Consultation with a Deportation Lawyer
If you or a loved one is facing deportation, time is of the essence. Reaching out to an experienced deportation lawyer can significantly improve your chances of remaining in the United States. At Gireud | Hobbs, PLLC, our team is ready to review your case, answer your questions, and fight tirelessly for your future.
Schedule a free consultation or call (210) 796-8276.
