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Immigration
An Immigration Attorney Who Handles the Full Picture — From Green Cards to Deportation Defense
A licensed Texas immigration attorney serving families and individuals in Corpus Christi, across Texas, and nationwide — in English and Spanish.
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My immigration practice covers every stage of the process, from the first application to the most complex removal defense hearing. Whether you are bringing a family member to the United States, applying for a green card, renewing your DACA, or facing deportation, I can help you understand your options and build the strongest case possible.
Corpus Christi has a significant immigrant community, and my office is one of the few in this area that handles the full range of immigration matters — including federal court cases, immigration waivers, and situations where a prior criminal charge affects your immigration status. If there is a legal path forward, I will find it. If there is not, I will tell you that honestly rather than take your money on a case with no real chance of success.
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What Kind of Immigration Help Do You Need?
Immigration law is not one-size-fits-all. The right strategy depends entirely on your situation — where you are in the process, your current status, your family circumstances, and your history. Below are the areas I handle. Follow the link that matches your situation to learn more.
Bring a Family Member to the United States
If your spouse, child, parent, or sibling is living outside the U.S. or is already here without status, family immigration law offers several paths to legal residency. I help families navigate petitions, consular processing, and adjustment of status so the people you love can be with you legally.
A green card gives you the right to live and work in the United States permanently. Whether you are applying through a family member, an employer, or another qualifying category, I will walk you through the requirements and file a complete, accurate application on your behalf.
Get a Green Card or Permanent Residency
Become a U.S. Citizen
Naturalization is one of the most meaningful milestones in an immigrant's life. I help eligible permanent residents prepare their citizenship applications, get ready for the civics interview, and understand what to expect at every step.
If you need a work permit or a business visa to work or operate in the U.S., I can help you identify the right visa category and file a complete application. I handle both employment-based visas and work authorization documents for individuals already in the country.
Work Legally in the United States
Renew or Expand Your DACA Protection
DACA recipients face an uncertain legal landscape, and staying current on renewals is critical. I help DACA holders renew on time, apply for advance parole to travel when eligible, and understand how changes in the law may affect their status.
Deportation defense is some of the most high-stakes work in immigration law. I represent individuals and families in removal proceedings before the immigration courts, and I have extensive experience handling cases where prior criminal charges complicate the picture. If you or someone you love has received a removal order or is in immigration detention, contact my office immediately.
Stop a Deportation or Fight a Removal Order
Apply for an Immigration Waiver
Certain grounds of inadmissibility — including unlawful presence, prior removal, or a criminal record — can bar someone from receiving a visa or green card. An immigration waiver may allow you to overcome that bar if you can demonstrate qualifying hardship. I evaluate waiver eligibility honestly and only file applications that have a genuine basis for approval.
Before filing any application, it is often critical to know what is already in your immigration file. I handle FOIA requests and background check reviews so there are no surprises when your case is pending.
Request Your Immigration Records
Military Parole in Place
If you are an undocumented family member of a U.S. military service member or veteran, military parole in place may allow you to remain in the country and apply for permanent residency without leaving the United States. This is a specialized area, and I am one of the few attorneys in South Texas who handles it.
Why Immigrant Families in Corpus Christi and Across Texas Call My Office
- Licensed Texas attorney with 14 years of active immigration practice
- Admitted to practice before USCIS, the immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals
- Bilingual — I work with clients in English and Spanish, and my staff can assist in both languages
- Nationwide immigration representation — I am not limited to Texas cases
- Handles crimmigration cases where a criminal charge affects your immigration status
- Honest case assessments — I will not file an application that has no real chance of success
- Located in Corpus Christi, minutes from the communities most in need of trusted immigration counsel
Serving Corpus Christi and the Surrounding Region — With Nationwide Immigration Reach
Corpus Christi sits in Nueces County, close to the Texas-Mexico border, and is home to a substantial immigrant community. Residents here are served by the San Antonio USCIS Field Office, and many families in this region have immigration cases that involve both Texas state proceedings and federal immigration courts. My office is rooted in this community — I have served immigrant families here for 14 years — and my immigration practice extends to clients in Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, and across the country.
If you are searching for an immigration attorney near me in Corpus Christi, Texas, or anywhere else in the state, my office is ready to take your call.
What Happens When a Criminal Charge Affects an Immigration Case?
This is one of the most serious situations in immigration law, and it is an area where having an attorney who handles both criminal defense and immigration is not just helpful — it is essential. A criminal conviction, or even an arrest without a conviction, can trigger deportation proceedings, bar someone from receiving a green card, or disqualify a naturalization applicant.
I handle both sides of these cases. When a client faces criminal charges that carry immigration consequences, I coordinate the criminal defense strategy with the immigration outcome in mind from the beginning. This kind of integrated representation is rare in the Corpus Christi area, and it can make a decisive difference in what happens to your status.
Common Questions About Working With an Immigration Attorney
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How long does the immigration process take?
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Do I need an attorney, or can I file immigration paperwork on my own?
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What if I used a notario or immigration consultant before coming to you?
Yes. I am on the Criminal Justice Panel Act for the Southern District of Texas and I handle federal criminal defense, including drug charges, firearms offenses, and white-collar cases. Federal cases require a different level of preparation and experience than state cases, and I have both.
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What happens if I have a prior criminal charge on my record?
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Does your office handle immigration cases outside of Texas?
Yes. My immigration practice is nationwide. I represent clients in USCIS proceedings, immigration court hearings, and Board of Immigration Appeals cases regardless of where the client is located. If you are outside of Texas and need immigration representation, contact my office to discuss your case.
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How do I get started?
Contact my office by phone or through the form on this website. I will review your situation and give you an honest assessment of your options. I do not file applications that have no real chance of success, and I will not tell you what you want to hear if the truth is more complicated than that. What I will do is give you a clear picture of where you stand and what we can do about it.
