Cancellation of Removal Lawyer — Requirements, Hardship Evidence and Costs

Cancellation of removal is one of the few ways to turn a deportation case into a green card. A cancellation of removal lawyer helps you prove eligibility and build the hardship evidence that decides these cases.

There are two kinds of cancellation. One is for lawful permanent residents. The other is for people without permanent residence. Each has strict requirements, and judges examine them closely. Therefore, early planning is essential.

This guide explains both types, the evidence that wins, and how to prepare. Moreover, it explains our fixed-fee packets for cancellation cases.

Cancellation for non-permanent residents

Non-permanent resident cancellation has four main requirements. First, ten years of continuous physical presence in the United States. Second, good moral character for that period. Third, no disqualifying criminal convictions. Fourth, removal must cause exceptional and extremely unusual hardship to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident spouse, parent or child.

The hardship standard is very high. Ordinary hardship from family separation is not enough. Consequently, cases usually need strong evidence of medical, educational or psychological hardship to the qualifying relative.

The stop-time rule

The ten-year clock usually stops when a proper Notice to Appear is served, or when certain offenses are committed. Supreme Court decisions in Pereira v. Sessions and Niz-Chavez v. Garland held that an NTA missing the hearing time and place does not stop the clock. As a result, NTA defects can matter. A FOIA request obtains your file to check the details.

There is also an annual cap of 4,000 grants for this type of cancellation. Therefore, some approved cases wait for a number.

Cancellation for permanent residents

Lawful permanent residents facing removal can also apply. The requirements are different. Generally, you need five years as a permanent resident, seven years of continuous residence after admission in any status, and no aggravated felony conviction.

This form of relief is discretionary. The judge weighs positive factors, such as family ties, work history and rehabilitation, against negative factors, such as the seriousness of any offense. Consequently, evidence of rehabilitation and community ties is critical.

If a criminal conviction triggered the case, read our guide to crimigration and criminal deportation.

Building the hardship case

Hardship evidence is the heart of non-LPR cancellation. Focus on the qualifying relatives. What would happen to them if you were removed? Would they move with you, or stay behind?

Medical records, school reports, psychological evaluations and country conditions evidence are common. For example, a child with a serious medical condition may lack treatment in the country of removal. Similarly, a child with special educational needs may lose services.

Good moral character evidence

Show a stable, responsible life. Tax returns, employment letters, community letters and proof of payment of child support all help. Moreover, sworn affidavits from people who know you add depth. Foreign documents need certified translations.

Our cancellation of removal packet

Our Cancellation of Removal service prepares the application, the evidence index, hardship declarations and a legal brief outline. It starts at $799. Additionally, it organizes your documents by requirement, so the judge can see each element clearly.

Before you file, consider an immigration court case review. It tests your eligibility and identifies weaknesses. As a result, you know whether cancellation is your strongest option or whether other relief fits better. For broader context, read our guide to deportation defense.

Our Cancellation of Removal services in the USA

Every service below has a fixed price, is prepared by a qualified attorney and is delivered online — wherever you are in the USA. Additionally, you can upload evidence, message your attorney and track progress from your secure client dashboard.

Cancellation of Removal services near you — every state we cover

Because everything is handled online, it makes no difference where you live. Nevertheless, the law does change from state to state, so every document is prepared for your local rules. Here are some of the places our clients come from most often.

Cancellation of Removal help in California

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for California law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Los Angeles (near the Stanley Mosk Courthouse downtown), San Diego (near the Hall of Justice on West Broadway), San Francisco (near the Civic Center courthouse on McAllister Street). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Los Angeles, Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in San Diego, Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in San Francisco. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in California.

Cancellation of Removal help in Texas

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for Texas law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Houston (near the Harris County Civil Courthouse), Dallas (near the George L. Allen Sr. Courts Building), San Antonio (near the Bexar County Courthouse), Austin (near the Travis County Civil and Family Courts Facility). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Houston, Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Dallas, Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in San Antonio, Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Austin. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in Texas.

Cancellation of Removal help in Florida

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for Florida law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Miami (near the Miami-Dade County Courthouse on West Flagler Street), Orlando (near the Orange County Courthouse), Tampa (near the George E. Edgecomb Courthouse). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Miami, Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Orlando, Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Tampa. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in Florida.

Cancellation of Removal help in New York

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for New York law and local court practice. Clients come to us from New York City (near the New York County Courthouse at 60 Centre Street and the immigration court at 26 Federal Plaza), Brooklyn (near the Kings County Supreme Court on Adams Street). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in New York City, Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Brooklyn. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in New York.

Cancellation of Removal help in Illinois

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for Illinois law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Chicago (near the Richard J. Daley Center). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Chicago. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in Illinois.

Cancellation of Removal help in Georgia

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for Georgia law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Atlanta (near the Fulton County Courthouse). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Atlanta. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in Georgia.

Cancellation of Removal help in Arizona

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for Arizona law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Phoenix (near the Maricopa County Superior Court). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Phoenix. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in Arizona.

Cancellation of Removal help in Pennsylvania

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for Pennsylvania law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Philadelphia (near City Hall, home of the Court of Common Pleas). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Philadelphia. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in Pennsylvania.

Cancellation of Removal help in Washington

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for Washington law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Seattle (near the King County Courthouse). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Seattle. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in Washington.

Cancellation of Removal help in Colorado

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for Colorado law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Denver (near the Denver City and County Building). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Denver. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in Colorado.

Cancellation of Removal help in Massachusetts

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for Massachusetts law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Boston (near the Edward W. Brooke Courthouse). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Boston. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in Massachusetts.

Cancellation of Removal help in Nevada

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for Nevada law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Las Vegas (near the Regional Justice Center). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Las Vegas. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in Nevada.

Cancellation of Removal help in New Jersey

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for New Jersey law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Newark (near the Essex County Hall of Records). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Newark. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in New Jersey.

Cancellation of Removal help in North Carolina

We prepare cancellation of removal documents for North Carolina law and local court practice. Clients come to us from Charlotte (near the Mecklenburg County Courthouse). For example, see Cancellation of Removal (EOIR-42A / EOIR-42B) in Charlotte. Similarly, see Deportation Defense — Removal Proceedings Package in North Carolina.

We also help clients in Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming. See every location we cover.

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