Asylum & Deportation

Removal proceedings move quickly and the consequences are permanent. Whether you have just been served a Notice to Appear, a family member has been detained, or you are fighting a case that has already gone against you, Laurore, PC provides representation at every stage before the immigration courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, and the federal courts.

We handle:

Asylum, Withholding of Removal, and Protection Under the Convention Against Torture. For those who fear persecution or torture if returned. We prepare both affirmative applications before USCIS and defensive claims in court, supported by country conditions evidence, expert declarations, and thorough witness preparation.

Credible Fear and Reasonable Fear Interviews. Preparation before the interview and requests for review before an immigration judge when a negative determination is issued.

Bond Hearings and Custody Redetermination. Securing release from detention, including arguments on flight risk, danger, and the legal questions that govern who is even eligible for bond.

Cancellation of Removal. For lawful permanent residents and for non-permanent residents who can establish long residence, good moral character, and exceptional and extremely unusual hardship to qualifying relatives.

Adjustment of Status in Removal Proceedings. Pursuing relief before the immigration judge where a family or employment petition provides a path.

Waivers and Related Relief. Including 212(h), 212(i), and 237(a)(1)(H) waivers, voluntary departure, and prosecutorial discretion requests.

Motions to Reopen and Reconsider. Including in absentia orders, changed country conditions, and ineffective assistance of counsel claims.

Appeals. Briefing before the Board of Immigration Appeals and petitions for review in the Courts of Appeals.

Stays of Removal and Emergency Filings. When removal is imminent.

Deadlines in removal defense are strict and often unforgiving. If you or someone in your family is in proceedings or detained, contact us immediately. Consultations are available in English, French, Haitian Kreyòl, and Spanish.