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With years of experience fighting for the rights of her clients, Attorney Sheree Wright has earned a reputation as the Phoenix immigration attorney clients can count on. As one of the founding attorneys at IBF Law Group, her skills have been used to build strong cases on behalf of her clients, whether that involves immigration law, family law, business law, or sports and entertainment law. She has been involved in many community action movements, helping her neighbors with immigrant issues and more. If you face a serious legal challenge, now is the time to contact IBF Law Group and schedule your consultation to begin planning your case. Call now.

Vianey K. Hurtado Law, PLC is dedicated to representing its clients in both criminal and immigration matters by offering personal and individualized attention to each case. Attorney Vianey K. Hurtado focuses primarily on family-based immigration petitions, deportation defense, and both misdemeanor and felony criminal cases. She is passionate about her work and dedicated to providing exceptional service to her clients. Vianey K. Hurtado Law, PLC serves both the Phoenix and Yuma areas. Please give us a call to schedule your consultation now at.

Simona Dima Roberts is the founder of Law Office of Simona Dima Roberts, PLLC.  Her practice focuses on family-based immigration, I-601A waivers, adjustment of status, deferred action, VAWA, U-Visas, and removal defense.. Simona was born in Romania and immigrated to the United States with her family when she was a child.  Being an immigrant herself inspired Simona to pursue a career in immigration law in order to help facilitate the immigration process for many others facing the complex U.S. immigration system.

Roya graduated from the University of Texas at Austin in 2006 with Bachelor degrees in History and Spanish, in the Honors program.  In 2009, she earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Wisconsin Law School.  While in law school, Roya was a member of the Wisconsin International Law Journal and authored a published article.    Although born in Memphis, Tennessee, Roya’s parents are from the Middle East.   Roya has travelled the world learning about other cultures, languages, peoples, and food.  She has taught English in China, and studied in Turkey and Spain.  She has also engaged in many community service projects in several countries in Central America and Eastern Europe.  Roya’s exposures to various cultures have enabled her to understand the immigration and social issues facing people from many parts of the world.  She has a passion for justice and service to others. In her free time, Roya is involved in local programs, which seek to empower young teenagers and focus their youthful energy on initiating and leading projects, which improve their own communities.

Rosetta Thompson has more than 9 years of experience working for the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS).  The former USCIS branch chief and immigration services officer uses her expertise to help individuals realize their immigration goals. During her time as an immigration services officer, Rosetta was in charge of reviewing and approving applications for U.S. citizenship, permanent residence, family-based visas, travel documents, etc.  Through her work with USCIS and the Department of Homeland Security, she became intimately familiar with both immigration law and the standards used to judge immigration applications and petitions.. Are you thinking about immigrating to the U.S. and want to know your U.S. immigration options, which option is best, and an explanation of the immigration process?  Do you have a pending case and have a question or need assistance with a government request for evidence?  Have you been denied a visa or citizenship and want to explore your options and whether you should re-apply?  Schedule a consultation by visiting

Prior to moving to the valley of the sun to complete his education, attorney Oscar Castañeda grew up in the border town of Nogales, Arizona.  While growing up, Oscar witnessed, first hand, people struggle with criminal and immigration issues.  In fact, it was his desire to provide quality service and guidance to those confronted such issues which drove his decision to devote his life’s work to the practice of law.. While attending law school at Arizona State University, Oscar served as a law clerk for a prominent Phoenix-area criminal defense attorney.  During that time, Oscar gained a tremendous amount of experience, learning the criminal court system and sharpening his legal skills.  Oscar also spent time working at an immigration law office, where, early on in his career, he had the unique ability to learn the dynamic between the two areas of law.. Shortly after graduating law school in 2006, Oscar was hired by a large criminal defense firm where he was immediately given a high-level felony caseload.  This experience has given Oscar the ability to handle a wide range of cases, from DUI to homicide and everything in between. Oscar is uniquely skilled in both the areas of negotiation and litigation. His diverse background allows him to effectively communicate with his clients.  Oscar’s work ethic and devotion to his profession have allowed him to become a versatile and effective trial attorney.   In forming Castañeda Law, Oscar and his brother Jorge were guided by their life-long principles of putting forth the greatest possible effort to obtain the best possible result.  The team at Castañeda Law provides aggressive legal representation at the highest level while maintaining the utmost professionalism and integrity.  It is the quality of representation that sets Castañeda Law apart and makes it the premier law firm for your criminal or immigration needs.

Pace Rawlins estabish the firm in 2016 and practices immigration and nationality law. His practice focuses on family immigration, naturalization & citizenship, DACA, VAWA, visas, employment/business immigration and deportation defense. Pace takes great pride in assisting adults and juveniles as they navigate through the challenges presented by the legal system.. Bar Admissions: Pace is admitted to the State Bar of Texas, Arizona, Utah and was previously active in Idaho.. Education and Honors: Pace graduated Summa Cum Laude with his B.A.E. in Secondary Education and a minor in Spanish from Arizona State University in 2006. In 2011, he received his J.D. degree and his M.P.A. from Texas Tech University.. Professional Activities and Experience: Before law school, Pace worked several years in the English Secondary Language Program at Mesa High School. Since law school he remains active with volunteer work and speaking engagements surrounding DACA, immigration legal aid, and many other community based projects. Pace has been a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) since 2012.. Personal: Pace was born and raised in Mesa, AZ and lives in Gilbert with his wife and five children. During his two-year mission in Madrid, he developed a passion for the Spanish language and a love for the diverse cultures he served. He is also proficient in Portuguese and a novice in Arabic.

My name is Patrick Lacroix. I represent parents, grandparents, children, and adoption agencies in adoption, dependency, severance, and guardianship matters. I also practice immigration law.  In addition to English, I speak Spanish and French.. I am a Fellow of the American Academy of Adoption and Assisted Reproduction Attorneys. The Academy is an organization of nearly 500 highly vetted attorneys dedicated to the competent and ethical practice of adoption law. Membership to the Academy is offered only after meeting their extensive experience criteria and rigorous screening process.. I earned my B.A. degree from Georgetown University and my J.D. degree, cum laude, from the University of Arizona Rogers College of Law.. After graduating from law school, I worked for a judge who taught me to always remain focused on the children and the families we serve. I have taken her philosophy into my legal practice and have represented hundreds of children, parents, relatives, and others who seek to care for and protect children through adoption, dependency, probate, and family law matters.. Early in my career, I had the honor of spending five years at a law firm that encouraged the ethical and scholarly practice of family law. The attorneys at that firm instilled in me the belief that I have a responsibility to ensure the families I serve, and the community as a whole, benefit from my counsel. As a scholar of the law, I lecture both locally and nationally on the subject of adoption law and contested adoptions.. I was named one of the top 50 pro bono attorneys in Arizona in 2022 and in 2015 for volunteering to assist hundreds of clients in their legal matters. I am also proud to be a member of the Arizona State Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the local Bar Associations, and the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts. I have served as a trustee on several non-profit boards in the field of child welfare. It is my sincere hope that through my life's work, I will contribute to making Arizona a better place for our children and families.

Ms. Ordóñez jump started her immigration law career while practicing in ASU’s Immigration Law and Policy Clinic where she was able to gain invaluable immigration application processes and trial experience, specifically for Special Juvenile Immigrant Status (SIJS) and Violence Against Women’s Act (VAWA). In addition, Ms. Ordóñez externed for the Eloy Immigration Court and for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement both in the Eloy and Phoenix Office, where she worked on both detained and non-detained immigration cases on issues regarding Cancellation of Removal (for legal permanent residents, non-legal permanent residents, and battered spouses), Asylum, Withholding of Removal, Convention Against Torture, Adjustment of Status, Violence Against Women’s Act (VAWA), and Bond Appeals. Handling immigration cases allowed Ms. Ordóñez to learn the intricacies of immigration legal and trial issues.. Aside from Immigration Law, Ms. Ordóñez gained valuable experience in criminal law through her externship with the Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Joseph B. Heilman, where she provided extensive legal research and writing for a second degree murder case and various civil matters.. Ms. Ordóñez also participated in the Arizona State University, Post-Relief Conviction Clinic and the Arizona Justice Project where she worked on various DNA cases to exonerate wrongfully convicted to Ms. Ordóñez legal career she was the Assistant Director for Strategic Policy for the Arizona Department of Homeland Security. In this capacity, she was the primary advisor to the deputy director in matters pertaining to national policy, lead the 2006 and 2007 State Homeland Security Federal Grant Applications receiving 20 million dollars and 51 million dollars respectively, ensured compliance with both state and federal laws, and served as the state agency liaison by building, managing, and reporting the yearly Homeland Security budget for 25 state agencies.. She also provided crisis communications by coordinated and lead logistics for press conferences, news releases, and media availability. Special projects in her portfolio include developing the State Homeland Security Strategy and the State Infrastructure Protection Plan. Her previous responsibilities as Southwest Border Specialist (2003-2005) included serving on various bi-national committees and implementing agreements between Arizona and Sonora, Mexico which focused on border security and first responder preparedness. She developed and implemented official procedures for bi-national coordinated efforts during a disaster (prevention, protection, response, and recovery).. Ms. Ordóñez worked for the Arizona Attorney General’s Office and provided state lobbying efforts regarding predatory lending, contingency fees, budget and non-participating tobacco manufactures sales tax with 100% success rate. At the Arizona State Supreme Court, Administrative Office of the Courts, Ms. Ordóñez externed and provided lobbying efforts for the Interstate Compact, Judge Pro-Temp, and abolished adoption fees.. She is bilingual in both Spanish and English. Ms. Ordóñez has traveled extensively throughout the world.

Ms. Monika Sud-Devaraj received her JD degree in 1992 from the University of Arizona, College of Law in Tucson, Arizona. She obtained her BS/BA degree from the University of Arizona in 1989 with Honors.. Ms. Sud-Devaraj was born in New Delhi, India, but has spent most of her entire life in the United States. She is admitted to practice before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals and is a member of the Arizona State Bar Association, the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the Maricopa County Bar Association.. Ms. Sud-Devaraj started work with the law firm of Marshall G. Whitehead, P.C. in June 2002. She brings 13 years of immigration law experience with her from the United States Department of Justice, Immigration, and Naturalization Service. Specifically, for the last 10 years, Ms. Sud-Devaraj was a formal federal immigration prosecutor with the U.S. Immigration Service. In 1994, Ms. Sud-Devaraj received the INS’ Commissioner’s Attorney of the Year Award for her efforts while at the Eloy Detention Center.. With her experience as a federal prosecutor, Ms. Sud-Devaraj is uniquely qualified to help her clients with many deportation issues. Admitted to Practice in the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. Member of AILA (American Immigration Lawyers Association). Member of the AZ Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Sud-Devaraj took over the firm of Marshall Whitehead in September 2008 upon his retirement.. Admitted to Practice in the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. Member of AILA (American Immigration Lawyers Association). Member of the AZ Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Ms. Sud-Devaraj took over the firm of Marshall Whitehead in September 2008 upon his retirement.

Mr. Wiesinger was born in Berkeley, California, and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. After graduating from North High School, Mr. Wiesinger enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served four years as an Engineering Journeyman.. Mr. Wiesinger graduated from Arizona State University College of Liberal Arts in 2003 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish Literature and a Certificate in International Economics. Mr. Wiesinger is fluent in Spanish and speaks some Portuguese. He worked for a year as a substitute Spanish teacher before going to law school. Mr. Wiesinger graduated from the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law with a Juris Doctorate in 2007, and received his Arizona law license in 2008.. Mr. Wiesinger began working at Pope & Associates in February of 2008, where he is now the senior associate attorney. Mr. Wiesinger has appeared in every Immigration Court in Arizona where he has litigated a wide variety of cases, from simple bonds to complex asylum and cancellation of removal cases. Mr. Wiesinger is also the primary brief writer and appellate litigator for Pope & Associates. He has worked on hundreds of appeals and motions to reopen to the Board of Immigration Appeals.. Mr. Wiesinger is highly regarded in the community as one of the best Federal litigators in Phoenix. He has written more than 100 briefs to the Ninth Circuit, conducted eight oral arguments before the Court, and has worked on four successful petitions for citizenship in the U.S. District Court of Arizona.. A dedicated family man, Mr. Wiesinger is married to Christina and they have two beautiful children. Together they enjoy cooking, hiking and camping with their dogs, and they are active in their church.. We are proud and humbled about our record of appellate cases. I have been counsel of record or assisted in the briefing in the following published opinions: Morales-Garcia v. Holder, 567 F.3d 1058 (9th Cir. 2009); Mendoza v. Holder, 606 F.3d 1137 (9th Cir. 2010); Rojas v. Holder, 704 F.3d 792 (9th Cir. 2012); Matter of Davey, 26 I&N Dec. 37 (BIA 2012); Murillo-Prado v. Holder, 735 F.3d 1152 (9th Cir. 2013); Cornejo-Villagrana v. Whitaker, 912 F.3d 479 (9th Cir. 2017); Duran- Rodriguez v. Barr, 918 F.3d 1025 (9th Cir. 2019); Altayar v. Barr, 947 F.3d 544 (9th Cir. 2020); Akosung v. Barr, Case No. No. 17-72829 (9th Cir., Aug. 14, 2020).

Mr. Neufeld is an experienced trial attorney who has years of practice in both criminal and immigration courts. He is licensed to practice in Arizona federal court as well as the Arizona state courts and Immigration courts and the 9th Circuit court of appeals.. We handle all types of cancellation of removal cases both 42A and 42B as well as family based visas and adjustment of status, investor visas and citizenship. We have experience with 601 waivers as well.

Meet Lilia Alcaraz, a licensed attorney with over 20 years of experience in immigration and tax law! Certified as a specialist in immigration and nationality law by the State Bar of California, Lilia has been instrumental in representing clients across the United States, at U.S. ports of entry, and in U.S. diplomatic missions around the globe.. Raised in an immigrant community, Lilia's firsthand understanding of the challenges immigrants face has shaped her career. She specializes in various aspects of immigration law including treaty trader and investor (E1 and E2) visas, employment (H1B and L1) visas, TN visas under the USMCA and NAFTA, as well as visas for professionals in the sciences, education, business, performing arts, and sports (O and P visas).. Beyond her broad experience in immigration law, Lilia also assists clients in securing permanent resident status in the U.S through business and family-based immigration programs. She provides valuable advice on immigration compliance during corporate mergers and acquisitions, pre-immigration tax and estate planning, and worksite labor compliance programs.. Lilia's academic achievements are equally impressive. She holds a double major in Psychology and Spanish from The University of Arizona, a law degree from Arizona State University, advanced legal training in international trade from the Sorbonne in Paris, and a postgraduate degree in international tax law from the University of Denver.. Her unwavering commitment to the field is evident through her contributions to the American Immigration Lawyer Association (AILA) national conferences and publications. Additionally, Lilia serves as the Co-Chair of the ALA National Hispanic Latino Immigration Lawyer Group and is a member of the AILA DEI and Client Resources Committees.. When not immersed in legal briefs or the latest Supreme Court case opinion, Lilia finds balance through meditation and Kundalini Yoga. She also dedicates her time to supporting young people with disabilities and is the Official IT Support Specialist® for her children's Roblox gamer group.. Fluent and literate in English and Spanish, Lilia Alcaraz stands ready to assist you with your immigration and tax law needs. Let her experience and passion work for you!

Matthew J. Martinez is Parnter in the Phoenix office of Dickinson Wright PLLC.. Mr. Martinez’s practice focuses on representing employers in all matters of business immigration. He represents companies from a broad spectrum of industries including major healthcare providers, multinational corporations, government agencies, sports franchises andprofessional athletes in the MLB and NHL, and performers in the entertainment industry. He advises companies from across the globe in setting up operations in the U.S. and transferring key employees. Mr. Martinez counsels companies on complex immigration issues that arise in mergers, acquisitions and reorganizations, and he assists companies with I-9 and E-Verify issues, including internal audits and government investigations.. In particular, Mr. Martinez provides counsel to companies navigating the H-1B application process, including preparing for the H-1B lottery and extensions of F-1/OPT for STEM graduates. He represents investors applying for E-2 treaty investor and E-1 treaty trader visas at various U.S. consulates throughout the world. He handles PERM labor certification applications, J-1 Conrad Waiver applications, National Interest Waiver applications, and Schedule A petitions. Mr. Martinez also assists clients with EB-1, EB-2 and EB-3 permanent residence petitions.. Mr. Martinez is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association – Latin America and Caribbean Chapter, Customs and Border Protection Committee. He is a member of the Arizona State Bar, the J. Reuben Clark Law Society, and the Kentucky Bar Association. He is a frequent speaker on immigration matters affecting employers, and he also lectures international students at major universities regarding their post-graduation employment options.. Mr. Martinez received his B.S. from Brigham Young University Marriott School of Management and his J.D. from Brigham Young University J. Reuben Clark Law School. He is fluent in Spanish.

Matthew Apfel specializes in immigration, intellectual property, public international law, international arbitration and investment disputes, international business transactions and civil suits against foreign sovereign states in domestic courts. His work has led him to live in Beijing, New York City, Washington, D.C and Phoenix.. Because of his studies, interest and knowledge, Apfel is also a specialist on China especially focused on related trade and legal issues. He is a member of the Washington based China Hands Group.. He is a member of the New York, District of Columbia and Arizona Bars and is admitted as an attorney-counselor before the United States District Court for the District of Columbia and the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.. Apfel has written numerous papers, articles and comments on various public and private international legal issues and has contributed to , an international trade law/customs law website and blog.. A native of Arizona, Matthew Apfel received his Bachelor of Arts degree in International Affairs with a focus in Chinese politics from George Washington University (GWU) in 2005.  While at GWU, he attended Pembroke College, Cambridge University in the United Kingdom where he studied modern Chinese history.  He subsequently earned his Juris Doctor degree from George Washington University Law School (GW Law) in 2008. While at GW Law, Apfel was active at various levels in the International Law Society and Student Intellectual Property Association.. He has experience working at the US Senate, Canadian Embassy, Asia Society and the CATO Institute in Washington, DC.  In 2005, he clerked at the Office of the Legal Advisor at the US Department of State where he assisted in the formulation of private international legal treaties in banking and secured transactions at the Private International Law section. Apfel also currently serves as General Counsel to American World Clinics, a startup company which is building and operating medical clinics abroad.. He is fluent in Spanish and conversational in Mandarin Chinese.

Magaly was born in Chihuahua, Chihuahua, Mexico and is fluent in English and Spanish. She is proud to have personal experience navigating immigration law, which enables her to better serve her foreign clients as a professional advocate. Magaly is blessed with an excellent team at Silva & Fontes and a wonderful, loving family. Silva & Fontes dedicates their time and commitment to advancing the family immigration interests of clients from many parts of the world and representing local clients in the realm of Criminal defense. We welcome the opportunity to evaluate your case

Jasmyn has built her legal career on a foundation of compassion, dedication, and results-driven advocacy. Whether defending clients from deportation, assisting Fortune 500 companies with immigration matters, or representing individuals in family law cases, she is committed to delivering exceptional outcomes. Her client-centered approach and tireless work ethic have earned her a reputation as a trusted advocate.Jasmyn has helped numerous individuals secure employment-based and family-based visas, humanitarian visas, green cards, and U.S. citizenship. In Immigration Court, she has successfully defeated deportation, achieved complex dismissals, and secured grants for 42A Cancellation of Removal, asylum, and administrative closure. Her appeals of USCIS denials have resulted in life-changing approvals. In family court, Jasmyn represents clients in divorce, spousal maintenance, child custody, and child support disputes with the same level of care and determination.. A graduate of the Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, Jasmyn earned distinctions in Trial Advocacy and Health Law and Policy, was named a Center Scholar for Law, Science, and Innovation, and graduated with pro bono honors. Outside the office, she enjoys traveling, outdoor activities, and spending time with her family and her three cherished dogs.

Irena Juras is the founder and managing member of the Juras Law Firm, PLC.  The Juras Law Firm was founded in 2004.  Irena focuses her practice on Immigration Law and is licensed to practice law in Arizona and New York.. Irena Juras received her first law degree in the Czech Republic where she practiced commercial law. She received her second law degree from the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law with a focus on International Law. For two years she worked as a law clerk to the Honorable James M. Marlar, the U.S. Bankruptcy Judge for the District of Arizona (1999-2001). Subsequently, she entered private practice and broadened her focus to include International Business Transactions and Immigration Law. Her cross-cultural, multilingual background and legal training and experience in both civil and common law make her uniquely qualified to represent U.S. and foreign clients in immigration matters and cross-border transactions.  As an immigrant, Irena understands what people immigrating to the U.S. are facing. She is fluent in English and Czech.

I'm an Immigration Lawyer with 20 years experience.  If you need help navigatiing the complicated immigration laws, I will simplify the process and keep you informed, in a friendly, knowledgeable way.  Call today for a free consultation.

I have been practicing law in Arizona and California since 1990, and have devoted my career to helping people who need immigration help. My practice includes all types of immigration matters. We handle deportation cases, bonds, appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, family petitions, work permits, and labor certifications and non-immigrant visas.. It is my goal to serve the needs of my clients, and to solve their problems as best I can. I also speak Spanish and German.. I have had experience trying cases throughout Arizona, California, Nevada, Washington, Oregon, Texas and New York, including Federal District Court and several Circuit Courts. I have in-depth experience before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on a number of appellate cases.. I am a member of the following Professional Associations: Former Vice-President, American Immigration Lawyers Association, AZ Chapter; Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association, San Diego & Arizona Chapters; Member, Unauthorized Practice of Law Committee, AILA, AZ Chapter; Former Member, Immigration Section, State Bar of Arizona. Being a lawyer has helped me contribute to my community in many ways. I had the privilege of serving with the following organizations and charitable activities: Board Member, Foster Care Review Board (FCRB), Grace Point Church, Usher, Audio/Visual, Honduras Mission, Kids Choir, Tijuana Schools Mission, Homeless Outreach, Salvation Army, Cesar Chavez School Mission, Homeless Outreach; YMCA, Florence Immigrant Rights Project (FIRRP); Feed My Starving Children, Red Mountain Christian Center, Adult Bible Study; 2007, California Public Defenders Association: Representing Noncitizen Criminal Defendants, San Diego, CA; 2007, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers: Juveniles, Gangs, Immigration, San Diego, CA; 2014, Judge, Thomas Tang Moot Court Competition, Scottsdale, AZ.. I have had the following published opinions in immigration law:. Moris Quiroz v. Sessions, No., 13-73967 (9th Cir. Aug. 29, 2018)Pritam Kaur Taggar v. Holder, 736 F.3d 886 (9th Cir. 2013)Vasquez de Alcantar v. Holder, 645 F.3d 1097 (9th Cir. 2011)Eneh v. Holder, 601 F.3d 943 (9th Cir. 2010)Chawla v. Holder, 599 F.3d 998 (9th Cir. 2010)Uppal v. Holder, 605 F.3d 712 (9th Cir. 2010)Trejo-Mejia v. Holder, 593 F.3d 913 (9th Cir. 2010)Turcios v. Holder, 582 F.3d. 1075, (9th Cir. 2009), opin. wthdwn, 608 F.3d 491 (9th Cir. 2010)Escobar v. Holder, 567 F.3d. 466 (9th Cir. 2009), vacated 572 F. 3d 957 (2009)Marmelejo-Campos v. Mukasey, 519 F.3d 907 (9th Cir 2008)(en banc)Aragon-Munoz, 520 F.3d 82 (1st Cr. 2008)Nath v. Gonzales, 467 F.3d 1185 (9th Cir. 2006)Salvatierra-Cermeno v. Gonzales, 404 F.3d 1119 (9th Cir. 2005);Diaz-Ramos v. Gonzales, 404 F.3d 1118 (9th Cir. 2005);Martinez-Garcia v. Ashcroft, 366 F.3d 732 (9th Cir. 2004);Murillo-Espinoza v. INS, 261 F.3d 771 (9th Cir. 2001);Albillo-Figueroa v. INS, 221 F. 3d. 1070 (9th Cir. 2000);Cardenas-Uriarte v. INS, 227 F. 3d. 1132 (9th Cir. 2000);Magana-Pizano v. INS, 152 F. 3d. 1213, as amend, 159 F. 3d. 1217, cert. granted, 526 U.S. 1001 (1999);Magana-Pizano v. INS, 200 F. 3d. 603 (9th Cir. 1999)(Magana II);Lafarga v. INS, 170 F.3d 1213 (9th Cir. 1999);Sebastian-Sebastian v. INS, 195 F.3d 504 (9th Cir. 1999);Kalaw v. INS, 133 F.3d 1147 (9th Cir. 1997);Mendez-Tapia v. Sonchik, 998 F.Supp. 1105 (Dist. AZ 1998);Matter of Escobar, 24 I&N Dec. 231 (BIA 2007);Matter of A-S-B-, 24 I&N Dec. 493 (BIA 2008)Matter of Andazola-Rivas, 23 I&N Dec. 319 (BIA 2002)Matter of U-M-, 20 I&N Dec. 327 (BIA1991). I enjoy being a lawyer, and I hope that I have a chance to help you with any legal needs you may have.

I grew up in a small village in Africa where I lived with no electricity or running tap water. I never imagined that I would live in America as a U.S. Immigration lawyer. My family and I have been through what most would call "Immigration Hell" including deportation. We legally fought and we now live in America as U.S. citizens. Therefore, I can personally relate to immigrants and their struggles because I was also an immigrant. Click Here to read the the story of my life as an immigrant before I became an Immigration Lawyer.. Lelia Adams was once an immigrant who is now an Immigration Lawyer dedicated to helping other immigrants. Lelia was born and raised in a small village in Africa. She later relocated to the United States of America as an immigrant and after several years became a naturalized United States citizen. Lelia attended Southern Connecticut State University where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Political Science. While in college Lelia was a Congressional Intern for Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro representing the 3rd Congressional District of Connecticut. After graduating from college, Lelia worked for many years with a top wireless and communication industry as a coordinator in Continuity Marketing and Operations where she worked and interacted with people from different international cultures.. Lelia later earned her J.D. from Stetson University College of Law in Tampa Bay Florida and graduated with accolades. While in Law school, Lelia was placed on Honor Roll and as a result of her skills in advocacy she was also a finalist for the Phelps Dunbar 1st Year Appellate Advocacy competition. She also gained valuable experience in the court room as a judicial intern for Honorable Amy M. Williams of the 6th Judicial Circuit, Civil Division, in Saint Petersburg, Florida.. After graduation from law school Lelia relocated to Missouri where she was admitted to practice law. While in Missouri, Lelia worked with a non-profit organization in areas such as consumer protection, family law and Juvenile Law. In this role, Lelia fought fearlessly for all her clients through adjudication, meetings with social services and foster parents. She eventually relocated to the Phoenix Arizona to focus on immigration law. While in Phoenix, Lelia worked with an Immigration Firm helping clients with different aspects of immigration law.. Although Lelia was born and raised in Africa, she has traveled the world learning about people in other cultures. Lelia studied Common Law and the Law of Restitution at Oxford University in the United Kingdom. Lelia also participated in the American and Caribbean Law Institute program through Stetson University College of Law, researching and writing about both domestic and foreign laws on Trademark Infringement. While in the American and Caribbean Law Institute, Lelia participated with several Law schools from the United States and the Caribbean in a mock trial on Foreign Trademark Infringement.. Now in her practice as an Immigration Lawyer, Lelia continues to be dedicated to her clients and fearlessly represents them because as an immigrant who has been through the United States immigration system, she truly understands the struggles and concerns of other immigrants. Lelia is a member of the State Bar of Missouri. She is also a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and her focus is only on immigration law.. Profile at a GlanceBar AdmissionState of MissouriMissouri Supreme Court. EducationJuris Doctorate, Stetson University College of LawSaint Petersburg, FloridaInternational Law Studies, Oxford University – University of Florida Study Abroad Program Oxford, UK.Bachelor of Science, Political Science, Southern Connecticut State University. HonorsWilliam F. Blews Pro Bono Service Award. Honor RollAdvocacy Award2007 Phelps Dunbar 1st Year Appellate Oral Advocacy Competition, Finalist. Professional AffiliationAmerican Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)American Bar Association

I founded New Frontier Immigration Law to help immigrants live free. Immigrants cannot live free in the USA if they don't have basic things like a driver's license, a social security number, and permission to work. Immigrants cannot live free if they are separated from their families and loved ones. Immigrants cannot live free if they do not have control over their lives. With my firm, we help provide freedom! We provide our clients with an update on their cases twice a month. We answer our phones 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (we are never closed). We have an on-call attorney available every day of the year. We solve more than just immigration problems: we provide a way to a life of freedom.

I am the Immigrants' lawyer because I also immigrated some years ago. I went through the immigration process before going to Law School and becoming a lawyer. I was a law clerk for the Presiding Judge in the 54th District in Lansing Michigan. I also worked as an immigration paralegal before becoming licensed as a lawyer. I have been practicing immigration law and Criminal defense now for more than 10 years.  I have passion for this work and treat it as a personal calling.. I represent people in Criminal matters but especially so for immigrants because criminal offenses do have immigration consequences far above and beyond the punishment in the Criminal justice system. So I defend these immigrants early in time to preserve their reliefs at the Immigration Court level when Removal Proceedings become the time the immigrant has become a United States Citizen, I help them own homes and businesses to solidify their American dream.

I am an Arizona native, raised in southeastern Arizona where immigration issues have been a hot topic for many years. While working as a paralegal in in various legal areas, including criminal and family law, I took an interest in immigration law. In 2006, while attending law school, I started working in a immigration firm and I quickly realized that I wanted to use my legal skills and knowledge to help individuals navigate our complicated immigration system and be an advocate for those who want to call our great nation “home.”. I have been assisting individuals in the Phoenix area with their immigration applications, petitions, cases, and appeals since 2006.

Haia H. Abdel-Jaber practiced in two immigration clinics during her time in law school and focused on immigration and international courses during her studies. As someone who has gone through the process personally, Ms. Abdel is passionate about children and always advocates for the best interest of the child for her family law clients. Ms. Abdel has had many successes in her family law cases including winning attorney fees the majority of the time.