Why You Shouldn’t Go to Removal Proceedings Alone
Many immigrants facing removal proceedings in El Paso make the mistake of going to court without a deportation attorney. Unlike criminal court, a public defender is not provided for immigrants facing removal. Even with this knowledge, many decide to face the U.S. court system alone. Too many people assume that a sympathetic judge will rule in their favor due to their story or clean record. Some decide not to pay for a lawyer assuming that there is no hope for their case. However, both of these assumptions are wrong. The truth of the matter is that facing the immigration judge without professional help will not only be intimidating but could leave you in a very unfavorable situation!
Going to Court Without a Deportation Attorney
When it comes to court hearings for removal proceedings, it is understood that immigrants are normally not familiar with the U.S. legal system and procedures. These hearings are normally more informal. The immigration judge is obligated to act impartially. They are not supposed to automatically side with the lawyer provided by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). They will, by law, listen and consider the arguments of both sides. However, without a deportation attorney, the immigrant facing removal will need to argue against the DHS lawyer on their own. The court docket is often full, which means the judge who is operating has very little time. They may or may not review the immigrant’s case and often don’t take the time to conduct interviews. The details that can warrant a favorable outcome often go unheard.
Benefits of Hiring a Deportation Attorney
First and foremost, nothing compares to having a qualified expert represent you or your family in court. The first thing a deportation attorney will do is determine if the DHS’s charges at hand are indeed correct. Secondly, a lawyer will look for ways to dispute the allegations and keep your current status. They will also seek to gain relief from removal. Even in the worse cases when deportation is still the only option. they will seek to lessen the consequences and opt for voluntary departure.
Don’t Go to Court Alone — Contact The Law Offices of Rios & Parada, PLLC
The last thing you or your loved one wants to do is assume that the situation is hopeless. If you or a family member has received a Notice to Appear (NTA) from the Department of Homeland Security contact The Rios & Parada Attorneys at Law, PLLC right away. Our El Paso attorneys will help you through the process and seek the favorable outcome you are looking for. Be sure to call us today to set up a consultation.