Asylum

Asylum is a form of protection granted to foreign nationals already in the United States or seeking entry at a port of entry who meet the international definition of a refugee. To qualify for asylum, individuals must demonstrate that they have been persecuted or have a well-founded fear of persecution due to race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion.

Purpose:

The primary purpose of asylum is to provide sanctuary and prevent the return of individuals to a country where they are at risk of serious harm.

Cancellation of Removal (Deportation Defense)

Cancellation of Removal is a discretionary form of relief available to certain non-citizens in removal (deportation) proceedings.

Purpose:

This provision allows individuals who meet specific criteria to avoid deportation and potentially adjust their status to that of a lawful permanent resident.

Court Representation

Court Representation in the context of immigration law refers to legal representation by an attorney in immigration court proceedings. This includes appearances before immigration judges in matters such as removal (deportation) proceedings, asylum claims, and appeals.

Purpose:

The purpose of court representation is to ensure that immigrants have a fair hearing, to present evidence and legal arguments on their behalf, and to protect their rights throughout the immigration process.

Custody Redetermination (“Detention Center Representation”)

Custody Redetermination, often referred to as "Detention Center Representation," involves a hearing before an immigration judge to determine whether an immigrant detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is eligible for release on bond, recognizance, or other conditions.

Purpose:

The objective is to advocate for the release of detained individuals by demonstrating that they do not pose a flight risk or danger to the community, thereby allowing them to remain free while their immigration cases are pending.

Waivers

Waivers in immigration law are legal provisions that allow certain inadmissibility grounds to be "waived" or excused under specific circumstances. Common types of waivers include:

Purpose:

Waivers provide a mechanism for individuals who would otherwise be ineligible for entry into the U.S. or for an immigration benefit to obtain legal status or adjust their status, provided they meet the waiver’s requirements and demonstrate that their admission is in the national interest or that their exclusion would cause extreme hardship to a qualifying relative.