Unless ICE has a judicial warrant signed by a judge — not an administrative warrant — you are not required to open your door. Ask them to slide the warrant under the door. An ICE administrative warrant (Form I-200) does not give them the right to enter your home.

You do not have to answer questions about your immigration status, where you were born, or how you entered the country. Say clearly: "I am exercising my right to remain silent. I want to speak to my attorney."

ICE officers may pressure you to sign documents — including voluntary departure orders. Do not sign anything without your attorney present. Signing the wrong document can waive your right to a hearing before a judge.

You have the right to record interactions with ICE agents. Note badge numbers, names, and vehicle information. This evidence can be critical if your rights were violated during the encounter.

Even if you are detained, you have the right to appear before an immigration judge. You have the right to be represented by an attorney at your own expense. Do not accept removal without seeing a judge.

Prepare a family emergency plan now: designate a trusted person to care for your children, keep important documents accessible, and memorize your attorney's phone number. Preparation saves families.

Arrested by ICE at home, work, or during a traffic stop. I file emergency bond motions and fight for your immediate release while preparing your removal defense.

A DUI, drug charge, or other conviction triggered removal proceedings. This is crimmigration — the intersection of criminal and immigration law — and it's my specialty.

You received a Notice to Appear in Immigration Court. Your first hearing date is approaching fast. I prepare your defense strategy and represent you through every hearing.

Your asylum case was denied and you've been ordered removed. I file BIA appeals, federal court petitions for review, and emergency motions to reopen — every legal avenue to keep you safe.

You have a deportation flight scheduled. I file emergency stays of removal with the BIA and federal courts to stop your removal while we fight your case.

Your TPS or humanitarian parole was terminated and you're now in removal proceedings. I fight to find alternative forms of relief to keep you in the United States legally.