Best Strategies for Winning Your Case
“There are several different ways to apply for relief to win a deportation proceeding.”
— Brian D. Lerner, Immigration Lawyer
Winning a Deportation
“Winning” a deportation case can mean several outcomes. Each stops removal and protects your future. Consulting a skilled deportation lawyer can increase your chances of achieving the best result. The ideal outcome is termination or dismissal of proceedings. This ends the case outright because the government cannot prove removability or violated due process. Other victories include a grant of relief (such as asylum, withholding of removal, or CAT protection), cancellation of removal, adjustment of status to permanent residence, or a waiver that cures a legal ground and allows you to stay lawfully.
How cases are won
Prosecutorial discretion (PD). In appropriate cases, we present equities—US family ties, work history, health concerns, community service. These help to seek PD outcomes like dismissal or a stay of removal, often with the guidance of a deportation lawyer.
Challenging the government’s proof. We scrutinize the Notice to Appear, arrest records, and databases for errors, missing elements, or unlawful stops. A deportation lawyer can be instrumental in identifying such evidence violations.
Asserting defenses and relief. Many clients qualify for asylum/withholding/CAT, cancellation (for long-term residents with qualifying relatives and good moral character), adjustment through a family or employment petition, or waivers of inadmissibility.
Fixing the record. We obtain certified court dispositions, vacaturs of defective convictions, and country-condition evidence from reputable sources. This supports fear-based claims, often needing advice from a deportation lawyer.
Due process and fairness. Lack of proper notice, translation issues, ineffective assistance, or bias can warrant reopening or reconsideration. Ultimately, these can lead to a grant of relief.
What to expect after a win
With termination or relief, you can work lawfully (often with or without an EAD). You can pursue permanent status where eligible and live without the immediate threat of removal. Keep copies of all orders and comply with any follow-up filings or biometrics. It is highly advisable to seek guidance from a deportation lawyer even after winning.
Your next step
Every case is different. We audit your immigration and criminal history. Then, we map all relief options and build evidence-driven strategies to secure the strongest possible outcome. If you or a loved one faces removal, the Law Offices of Brian D. Lerner can position your case to win. We provide expert assistance from a deportation lawyer.