Cancellation of removal is an application for relief against deportation, which is only available once an individual has been placed in removal/deportation proceedings. The requirements vary, depending on whether someone is a lawful permanent resident (“LPR”) or whether they are not a lawful permanent resident (“non-LPR”).
Cancellation of removal for lawful permanent residents requires that the applicant meet the following requirements:
If an LPR is granted cancellation of removal, they will be permitted to maintain their lawful permanent residency in the U.S.
Cancellation of removal for non-LPRs requires that the applicant meet the following requirements:
An applicant who is granted non-LPR cancellation of removal will become a lawful permanent resident of the United States.
Delgado Rompf Bruen LLC can assess your eligibility for cancellation of removal and other immigration benefits during a consultation. If we determine that you are eligible to apply for cancellation of removal, Delgado Rompf Bruen LLC will guide you in gathering the necessary evidence to support your case, and our experienced attorneys will represent you in your hearings before the immigration judge.
To provide an accurate assessment, it is helpful to have information regarding the individual who is in removal proceedings. This includes:
If you need assistance determining if you are eligible for cancellation of removal and would like representation before the Executive Office of Immigration Review (Immigration Court), please contact Delgado Rompf Bruen LLC to schedule a consultation here.