What Happens if an Immigrant is Detained?
As a Miami immigration lawyer, I am noting with alarm that the U.S. government is using detention with increasing frequency as a means of dealing with undocumented or otherwise removable immigrants after their arrest. When a friend or loved one has been placed in...
The Changing Landscape of Immigration Enforcement
As a Miami immigration lawyer, I read with alarm the remarks made by Attorney General Jeff Sessions, who just concluded a tour of the U.S.-Mexico border, didn’t mince words Tuesday when addressing border patrol agents in Nogales, Arizona. Below are some frequently...
Under Trump, the Definition of ‘Criminal’ Has Been Expanded
This week, President Trump signed two executive orders on immigration. As a Miami immigration lawyer, I have been following his actions on immigration with interest. Below are some frequently asked questions. What were the executive orders on immigration that Trump...
The Future of DACA Under a Trump Presidency
As a Miami immigration lawyer with numerous clients who have pending DACA applications, I read with interest this week’s news about speculation that Trump may be signing an executive order to undo DACA. Below are some frequently asked questions. What is deferred...