Immigration Court & Deportation Defense Lawyer in Washington, D.C.

Defending Immigrants Facing Deportation & Removal Proceedings

Deportation is a serious legal matter that can separate families and disrupt lives. Benach Pitney Reilly Immigration provides skilled legal representation for individuals facing removal proceedings, helping them explore all possible defenses and legal remedies to remain in the United States.

If you or a loved one is in immigration court, immediate legal action is critical. Our team fights for your right to stay in the U.S.

Understanding Removal Proceedings

Deportation proceedings begin when the U.S. government issues a Notice to Appear (NTA) in immigration court. The process includes:

  • Master Calendar Hearing – A preliminary hearing where the judge schedules the case.
  • Individual Hearing – A full trial where the judge reviews evidence and issues a decision.
  • Possible Outcomes – Granting relief, voluntary departure, or a removal order.


What Are Removal Proceedings?  
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Defenses to Deportation

Facing deportation does not mean immediate removal—there are legal defenses available, including:

  • Asylum, Withholding of Removal & CAT – Protection for individuals fearing persecution in their home country.
  • Cancellation of Removal – Relief for permanent residents and certain non-permanent residents with strong U.S. ties.
  • Adjustment of Status – Changing immigration status to lawful permanent residency through family or employment sponsorship.
  • Prosecutorial Discretion & Administrative Closure – Options to pause or dismiss removal cases.


Defenses to Deportation
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Legal Tools to Fight Deportation

Even after a removal order, legal options remain:

  • Motions to Reopen & Reconsider – Presenting new evidence or challenging a prior decision.
  • Stay of Removal Requests – Requesting a temporary halt on deportation while a case is pending.
  • Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) & Federal Court Appeals – Challenging deportation rulings in higher courts.


Motions & Appeals
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What is Extreme Hardship?

In some cases, proving extreme hardship to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident family member can be a key factor in obtaining relief from deportation.

  • Factors considered include health, financial stability, and family separation.
  • Commonly used in waivers and cancellation of removal cases.


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How can Benach Pitney Reilly Immigration Help?

  • Providing strong legal representation in immigration court.
  • Filing effective motions & appeals to fight deportation.
  • Exploring all available legal defenses to stop removal.
  • Emergency assistance for detained individuals.


Our attorneys fight tirelessly to protect our clients’ rights and keep families together.

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