1. Illegal entry into the U.S. (entry into the US without proper documentation) 

2. Overstay of the time granted to your visa 

3. Violation of the conditions of your visa status 

4. Fraudulent activities, or 

5. Criminal conducts 

You may be served with a “Notice to Appear” before an Immigration Judge at the Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR) under the U.S. Department of Justice. This is an administrative and adversarial procedure where the government will seek to deport/remove the questioned noncitizen. The Immigration Judge will make a final decision on whether a noncitizen should be removed based on the grounds of removal or allow you to stay if you are eligible for a form of relief. If you have been served a “Notice of Hearing” which schedules you for an upcoming immigration hearing, you should not neglect such notice and must attend the hearing. If you fail to appear at an immigration hearing, you will be deported and issued an order of removal even if you have other available forms of relief. Please note that the government will not appoint an attorney to any aliens who appear before an Immigration Judge. It is therefore very important to secure a qualified and experienced immigration lawyer to stand at your side and represent you in the case. Please contact our office if you need to appear before an Immigration Judge. We will explore your options, advocate for your rights, prepare supporting documents, present a strategic defense, and seek the best relief for you and your family.