Representation in Immigration Court (EOIR): How Congruence Law, P.C. Supports Individuals Facing Removal from the United States

For individuals placed in removal proceedings, the U.S. immigration court system can be intimidating, complex, and fast-moving. The consequences of losing a case in immigration court often include deportation, family separation, and long-term bars to reentry. At Congruence Law, P.C., we guide clients through each stage of the immigration court process with careful planning, detailed preparation, and a focus on protecting rights and securing relief under the law.

Immigration courts are part of the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), a federal agency within the U.S. Department of Justice. Unlike in criminal court, individuals in removal proceedings do not have a guaranteed right to government-appointed counsel. This makes it critical to seek qualified legal support—especially when facing deportation or seeking forms of protection such as asylum, withholding of removal, or relief under the Convention Against Torture (CAT).

Removal proceedings typically begin when the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) files a Notice to Appear (NTA), which outlines the charges against the noncitizen and initiates formal proceedings before an immigration judge. The process consists of multiple stages, beginning with master calendar hearings—brief procedural hearings that address scheduling and preliminary matters—and followed by individual hearings, where evidence is presented and legal claims are adjudicated.

At Congruence Law, P.C., we work with individuals who are already in proceedings or who have received an NTA and need immediate legal guidance. We help clients understand the allegations against them, evaluate available defenses or relief, and prepare the appropriate filings, including asylum applications (Form I-589), motions to terminate or suppress, and applications for adjustment of status, cancellation of removal, or waivers of inadmissibility, depending on eligibility.

We assist with building a comprehensive evidentiary record, gathering documents, affidavits, and reports that support the individual’s eligibility for relief. We also help clients understand the importance of appearing at all scheduled hearings, meeting deadlines, and complying with court instructions to avoid being ordered removed in absentia.

Common issues that arise in immigration court include missed filing deadlines, failure to apply for relief in the proper form, lack of documentation to support eligibility, and confusion about how criminal or prior immigration history may affect the case. We help clients anticipate these issues and respond to them with organized submissions and clear legal reasoning. For clients with prior orders of removal or complex procedural histories, we may also assist in preparing motions to reopen or motions to reconsider, where appropriate.

Throughout the EOIR process, we strive to ensure that our clients are informed, prepared, and supported. Removal proceedings are not only legal disputes—they are deeply personal experiences with life-altering consequences. Our approach centers on protecting dignity, enforcing legal rights, and identifying every possible form of relief under current law.

If you or someone you know is facing deportation or has been called to appear before an immigration judge, contact us at immigration@congruence.com to request a consultation. We are here to help you understand your options and take informed steps to protect your future.