Facing deportation or removal proceedings is arguably the most urgent and stressful challenge within immigration law. It puts your future, your family, and your life in the United States at risk. At Karen Torres Law, we understand the immense fear and uncertainty involved when you receive a Notice to Appear (NTA) before an Immigration Judge. Our firm provides immediate, aggressive, and strategic Deportation Defense representation in Immigration Courts across the Houston area and beyond. We fight tirelessly to protect your rights, explore every available defense, and secure your ability to remain with your family in the U.S.
Call us now at (713) 576-0400 to get started with a free, confidential review of your family’s case.
Why Choose Karen Torres Law for Removal Defense?
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Immediate Action & Expertise: When facing removal, time is critical. We move swiftly to secure bond, file necessary motions, and prepare your defense, ensuring you are never alone in the courtroom.
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Complex Case Experience: We have successfully defended clients against removal based on criminal history, visa overstays, and status violations, utilizing complex strategies like Cancellation of Removal and Waivers.
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Bilingual Advantage (English & Spanish): Our Spanish-speaking Houston deportation lawyer ensures clear, direct communication, so you fully understand your legal options and courtroom proceedings.
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Client-Centered Advocacy: We recognize the high stakes of your case and provide compassionate support alongside aggressive legal advocacy.
Deportation & Removal Services We Provide
We offer comprehensive defense services in Immigration Court, including:
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Cancellation of Removal: Fighting for permanent residency for long-term residents with U.S. family members.
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Bond Hearings: Seeking the release of detained family members from ICE custody.
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Waivers of Inadmissibility: Filing petitions (e.g., I-601, I-212) to overcome grounds of inadmissibility, including prior immigration violations or certain criminal history.
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Asylum, Withholding of Removal, and CAT Claims: Pursuing protection for individuals fearing persecution or torture upon return to their home country.
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Motions to Reopen/Reconsider: Challenging prior negative decisions in court.
How We Help You Step by Step
- Emergency Consultation: We immediately review your Notice to Appear (NTA) and detention status to formulate an urgent action plan.
- Case Strategy Development: We identify all potential forms of relief (e.g., Cancellation of Removal, Asylum, Adjustment of Status) based on your unique history.
- Courtroom Representation: Karen Torres personally represents you in all master calendar and individual hearings before the Immigration Judge.
- Evidence & Witness Preparation: We work with you to gather compelling evidence and thoroughly prepare you for testimony.
- Appeals: Should an unfavorable decision occur, we handle the appeals process before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
Why Deportation Defense Matters in Houston
Houston is one of the nation’s most diverse cities, and its immigrant community drives economic and cultural vitality. A deportation order doesn’t just impact one person—it tears a family apart and deprives the city of a valued resident or worker. Our work ensures that Houston families remain whole, protecting the rights and contributions of its immigrant population. If you need a trusted Houston immigration attorney to stop deportation, we are here.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- I just received a Notice to Appear (NTA). What is the first thing I should do? The absolute first step is to contact a deportation defense lawyer immediately. An NTA initiates removal proceedings, and you have limited time to prepare a defense. Do not miss any court dates listed on the document.
- Can I be released from detention while my case is pending? Possibly, through a process called a bond hearing. Your attorney can argue before an Immigration Judge that you are not a flight risk or a danger to the community, and request that you be released on bond while your removal proceedings continue.
- What is Cancellation of Removal, and am I eligible? Cancellation of Removal is a form of relief that allows certain long-term residents to apply for a Green Card, even if they have been placed in removal proceedings. Eligibility is highly complex and typically requires continuous presence in the U.S. for a specific period and proof that your deportation would cause exceptional and extremely unusual hardship to a qualifying U.S. citizen or LPR relative.
- If I have a criminal record, can I still fight deportation? Yes, but it is extremely difficult. The type and date of the conviction will determine your eligibility for various defenses or waivers of inadmissibility. Legal representation is non-negotiable in these “crimmigration” cases.
- How long do deportation proceedings usually take? Due to court backlogs, removal proceedings can last from one to several years, depending on the complexity of your case, the type of relief you are seeking (like Asylum or Cancellation), and the current caseload of the Immigration Judge.
Client Testimonials
“When I was detained, Karen fought for my bond release right away. Her aggressive defense in court saved me from deportation and kept my family together. She is an amazing lawyer.” – Ricardo M.
“Facing the Immigration Judge was terrifying, but Karen’s preparation made me feel confident. We won my Cancellation of Removal case after a three-year fight. I owe her my life in the U.S.” – Luz P.
“I had a complicated immigration history and a prior criminal issue. Karen Torres navigated the waivers and defenses perfectly. Transparent, honest, and effective representation.” – Michael S.
