The Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996 severely curtails the rights of aliens in the United States when past criminal conduct is a factor. Crimes that previously did not cause immigration consequences can now trigger deportation proceedings

Any person in the United States who is not a U.S. citizen may be placed in removal proceedings if he or she is deemed inadmissible or deportable. Even a lawful permanent resident (LPR) may lose his or her status and be removed from the United States.

Deportation defenseĀ  Attorney Ana M. VillalonĀ  can help if you are facing deportation or removal. If you have been charged or convicted of a crime, or overstaying on a non-immigrant visa (or entering without a visa), you may now be forced to leave the country. We will help you launch an aggressive removal defense.

Attorney Ana M. Villalon has helped people throughout the United States with criminal deportation and removal defense. If you are facing criminal deportation, we can help you obtain a bail bond, represent you in a deportation hearing and prepare a strong defense. We keep ourselves apprised of new laws and regulations as well as federal court decisions that may have a bearing on your ability to remain in the United States. Our firm will take all the necessary steps to analyze your case and determine all your options. We will assist you with every aspect of the removal process including preparation for hearings and drafting necessary petitions and applications. We are prepared to offer and explain your options as well as working together to achieve your goals.

We also vigorously pursue post-conviction remedies to create aggressive defenses for you.