Some immigration matters do not fit neatly into a standard process. Prior removal orders, unlawful presence bars, criminal history, fraud findings — these issues can block otherwise straightforward applications and require a deeper level of legal analysis and advocacy.
WHAT IS AN IMMIGRATION WAIVER
A waiver is a formal request asking the U.S. government to overlook a ground of inadmissibility or deportability that would otherwise bar someone from receiving an immigration benefit. Determining whether a waiver exists — and whether you are eligible — requires careful legal analysis.
COMMON WAIVERS WE HANDLE
- I-601 Waiver for individuals inadmissible due to prior unlawful presence, certain crimes, or other grounds, where a qualifying U.S. citizen or permanent resident relative would suffer extreme hardship
- I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver, which allows certain individuals to apply before departing for consular processing, reducing time separated from family
- I-212 Waiver for individuals who have been removed and are seeking permission to reapply for admission
- Fraud and misrepresentation waivers
THE EXTREME HARDSHIP STANDARD
Many waivers require demonstrating that a qualifying U.S. citizen or permanent resident relative would suffer extreme hardship if the waiver is denied. This is a demanding legal standard that goes well beyond ordinary hardship. Building a strong hardship case requires documentation, legal argument, and a thorough understanding of how adjudicators evaluate these claims.
CASES WITH COMPLICATED HISTORIES
Beyond waivers, we also represent clients whose cases involve prior denials, procedural complications, removal orders, or prior counsel errors. These cases require a clear-eyed assessment of what is and is not possible, and a strategy built on that reality.
If your immigration history is complicated, contact us. We will give you an honest assessment of where you stand and what options may be available. Contact us