NYC Criminal Defense & Immigration Attorneys
Schedule Your Case Evaluation 888.502.8461
Menu
Your Trusted Advocates for Immigration Compassionate, Supportive Guidance for Your Case

New York Immigration: Motions to Vacate

Grounds for a Motion to Vacate in Queens

A motion to vacate is a petition that a judgment of the court be undone. Certain grounds must be present in order for this to be considered and a New York City immigration attorney can advise as to whether this is an option in your case. This tool can be invaluable in defending your right to stay in the United States following a criminal conviction or guilty plea.

We represent individuals throughout Queens, Brooklyn, The Bronx, Manhattan, Rockland County and Westchester County.

It is most often used where the court or your previous legal counsel has previously failed to advise you as to the effect of conviction on immigration status. If this has led you to plead guilty or no contest and thus endanger your permanent resident status, you may be eligible to have your plea vacated.

Other ways in which your legal representation may use a motion to vacate to protect you from criminal deportation include:

  • Filing a motion stating that facts or evidence integral to the case were never considered by the court
  • Filing a motion to reduce the conviction from a felony to a misdemeanor
  • Filing a motion to reduce a sentence to less than 365 days and thus lessen the severity of the conviction
  • Seeking expungement of the conviction from your record

Queens and Manhattan Immigration Lawyer

At Musa-Obregon Law PC, we understand the severity of your situation and are committed to fighting relentlessly to protect you from unjust legal outcomes and deportation. Our legal team is adept at recognizing legal grounds to have a case reopened or dismissed and will review your case for any such opportunities. Our firm is headed by Attorney Michael Musa-Obregon, a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the Immigrant Defense Project of the National Lawyers Guild and the Immigrant Defense Project of the New York State Defenders Association.

Contact a Queens immigration lawyer for help following a charge or conviction that endangers your permanent resident status.

Our Past Clients Share Their Experience

We Want to Help You Succeed

  • “My son has got a good job now and is a free man because of this lawyer.”

    Jaime

  • “Mr. Obregon is an experienced, knowledgeable attorney and it shows.”

    Former Client

  • “Gracias a su gran trabajo obtuve mi Permiso de Trabajo y Residencia Permanente en menos de Dos años!”

    Former Client

  • “If you are looking for an experienced reliable lawyer, you are in good hands with Musa-Obregon”

    Former Client

  • “I trust him completely and know he has my best interest in mind.”

    Ronald R.

  • “Extremely ethical and a great human being.”

    Former Client

  • “He's brilliant and cares for his clients with true heart, you could not be in better hands.”

    W. Velez

  • “My attorneys changed my life 360 degrees.”

    Alex D.

  • “They won my VAWA case. I am extremely grateful for their help.”

    Julio E.

  • “Treats each client with dignity and respect.”

    NY Immigration Attorney Steve Kirschenbaum

  • “Once you meet this man, you will understand his passion and dedication to you and your case.”

    Kinga N.

  • “Gracias a Dios y al trabajo realizado por ellos, ahora estamos compartiendo la compañía de mi sobrina aquí en New York.”

    Aminta Gonzalez

  • “He knows both criminal and immigration law like the back of his hand.”

    Nilay Shastry, Esq.

  • “Thank you, Mr. Obregon, for helping me and my family. We will never forget this.”

    Former Client

  • “Michael's experience in criminal and immigration law is unsurpassed.”

    Rhonda deJean, Immigration Attorney

Let's Get Started Together

Nothing is more important to us than our clients. That’s why our initial consultations are always free.
  • Please enter your name.
  • This isn't a valid phone number.
  • Please enter your email address.
    This isn't a valid email address.
  • Please make a selection.
  • Please enter a message.