1 Research Ct., Ste 450, Rockville, MD 20850, USA
STRATEGIC ASYLUM AND DEPORTATION DEFENSE
At Kennedy Law, we represent persons at every stage of the removal process—from detention hearings to motions to reopen and deportation defense in immigration court. Our singular focus is to present every possible avenue of relief & to build a record that allows you to remain in the U.S.
Comprehensive Relief & Creative Defense StrateGIES
Strategic Relief in Removal Proceedings
If you or a loved one faces detention or deportation, Kennedy Law stands with you to secure release and pursue every available form of relief. We prepare detailed, persuasive briefs and supporting evidence for bond and custody hearings, motions to reopen or reconsider, and applications for relief before the Immigration Court. Every filing is crafted to strengthen your case and highlight the facts and law most favorable to you, presented through culturally competent, trauma-informed advocacy.
You also receive full trial preparation—including step-by-step guidance on how to testify effectively, with a mock interview followed by a second review.
We have a proven track record in both affirmative asylum cases before USCIS and defensive claims in Immigration Court. Our work includes seeking release from detention, identifying every viable form of relief, submitting applications and motions, and building evidentiary records to support a full defense. Kennedy Law is known for filings that withstand DHS scrutiny and present clear, compelling arguments to Immigration Judges.
Our submissions are responsive, detail-oriented, and designed to present the strongest possible case.
We represent clients from diverse backgrounds with advocacy that is both effective and respectful.
We will review your case with honesty, respect, and meticulous attention to detail.
RELIEF FROM REMOVAL - WhAT WE PURSUE
Our clients are often survivors of violence, family breadwinners, essential workers, or adults with established families and strong community ties. We believe no one should be separated from their family or future because of a rushed or incomplete defense.
At Kennedy Law, we thoroughly review each client’s immigration and personal history to identify every possible form of relief, including:
- Asylum for those who fear persecution in their home country
- Withholding of Removal for those who meet the higher legal burden but are barred from or denied asylum
- Protection under the Convention Against Torture (CAT) for those at risk of torture by public officials or with government acquiescence
- Cancellation of Removal (for lawful permanent residents and non-permanent residents, with differing eligibility criteria)
- Motions to Reopen or Reconsider so that the Immigration Judge can consider new facts or evidence in the case based on changed circumstances, new evidence, approved petitions, VAWA eligibility, or legal error — including lack of notice of the removal hearing
- Adjustment of Status based on marriage or other qualifying relationships
- VAWA or SIJS Petitions for survivors of abuse or neglected minors
- Prosecutorial Discretion and Deferred Action
- Bond and Custody Hearings to seek release from immigration detention
- Waivers of inadmissibility and good moral character issues (tax, arrests, misrepresentation, child support)
- Federal court challenges and petitions for review
- Stays of Removal and Emergency Filings for individuals at imminent risk of deportation
Additional relief avenues we pursue in appropriate cases include:
- Administrative remedies and motions for administrative closure
- Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) -related relief where applicable
- Humanitarian parole requests
- Waivers of Inadmissibility (e.g. unlawful presence, previous removals)
- Federal court challenges and petitions for review when administrative remedies are exhausted or ineffective
- Temporary Protected Status (TPS) consultations and relief when eligibility criteria are met
OUR COMMITMENT
We are committed to doing everything possible to help you remain in the United States legally.
Our work includes:
- Dedicating time to truly understand your situation
- Researching creative and often-overlooked options for relief
- Preparing detailed, customized declarations and testimony that strengthen your credibility
- Drafting persuasive, well-supported legal briefs and motions
- Staying current with changes in law and policy so your strategy adapts as the rules evolve
- Following through with appeals when necessary to protect your rights
We are committed to exploring every viable path and presenting the strongest possible case on your behalf—while preserving key issues for appeal when necessary. We take special care to challenge improper charges of removability, develop comprehensive country condition reports, and craft persuasive legal arguments, especially in complex or discretionary cases.
Whether your case is just beginning or you need to reopen a removal order, Kennedy Law delivers experienced, strategic, and responsive representation. We represent both detained and non-detained individuals and work closely with families to ensure strong documentation and consistent support at every stage.
NOTEWORTHY & IMPACTFUL ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Pioneered Legal Strategy Against Terrorism Bar in Asylum Cases for Extortion Victims
Developed a novel four-part legal argument in 2025 to shield gang extortion victims from the “material support to terrorism” bar after the designation of Central American gangs as terrorist organizations. Despite restrictive BIA precedent, none of Attorney Kennedy’s asylum clients were denied protection on this basis, enhancing their chances for obtaining a green card.
Author of Asylum Testimony Guidebook
Wrote “How to Testify in an Asylum Case,” a practical guide empowering asylum seekers to deliver credible and effective testimony before USCIS and Immigration Court
Secured Judicial Marriage License for Immigration Detainee
Successfully obtained a rare judicial order authorizing marriage for a client in ICE custody, overcoming bureaucratic barriers and safeguarding future immigration pathway.
Achieved First Annulment in Maryland in Over Two Decades
Won a landmark annulment—reportedly the first granted in Maryland in 24 years—demonstrating exceptional command of seldom-used legal remedies, which can impact citizenship rights.
Blocked DHS Case Dismissals to Preserve Due Process
Successfully opposed Department of Homeland Security efforts to prematurely dismiss removal cases, ensuring that clients maintained their access to immigration court protections, including the right to request a bond hearing, crucial for those facing removal proceedings.
Reopened and Rescinded Prior Removal Orders
Obtained favorable rulings reopening and vacating old removal orders, restoring clients’ eligibility for lawful relief and preventing imminent deportation, vital for those facing removal.
Our Careful Approach Makes a Difference
Why Hire Kennedy Law
At Kennedy Law, we provide attorney-led, highly personalized defense. You work directly with your lawyer—your case is never delegated.
- 🔷 We provide comprehensive advice tailored to both your immediate and long-term immigration goals. You work directly with an experienced attorney who invests the time to understand your situation and craft strategies that fit your unique objectives—never one-size-fits-all.
- 🔷 Our trial preparation goes far beyond the standard. We don’t just tell you to be truthful—we teach you how to tell your story. Your preparation has three parts: first, you receive a step-by-step guide on how to testify; second, we rehearse questions for both interviews and hearings; and third, we hold a secondary briefing right before the proceeding. This process sharpens your testimony, reduces inconsistencies, and maximizes your credibility in front of immigration officers and judges.
- 🔷 Our legal writing is another defining strength. We draft exceptional declarations, briefs, and motions—thoroughly researched, precisely written, and strategically framed to persuade decision-makers. Strong writing reinforces both your credibility and the consistency of your record.
- 🔷 You also benefit from unlimited communication with your attorney at no additional fee, along with evening and Sunday appointments to fit your schedule.
Credible Testimony and a Consistent Record
- Direct access to your attorney from start to finish—your case is never delegated away
- Tailored declarations and testimony designed to maximize credibility
- Ensuring consistency across all applications, so your history remains consistent and reliable over timepreserving a reliable record
- Meticulous reviews of all filings to identify and prevent contradiction , to protect your record and reduce risk of challenge
- Exceptional declaration drafting
Strategy and Advocacy THAT WINS CASES
- Strategies tailored to your long-term goals, never one-size-fits-all
- Personal representation with full professional responsibility and accountability
- Creative research to uncover often-overlooked forms of relief
- Exceptional legal writing and advocacy in applications, briefs, and motions
- Strategic appeals pursued when necessary to protect your rights
- Guidance that helps you avoid obstacles throughout the immigration process
- Flat-fee billing for clarity and predictability
- Culturally competent, trauma-informed representation in asylum and humanitarian cases
Understanding Asylum and How We Prepare Your Case
To gain asylum in the United States, a noncitizen must show he or she is part of a listed protected category — race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a PSG — or that other people around her think he or she belongs to one of these protected groups. The immigration court or asylum officer then assesses whether the harm the noncitizen suffered, or fears, is “on account of” his or her protected group membership, and assesses a number of other factors.
If an asylum applicant claims membership in a PSG, the PSG must meets three criteria. It must be immutable, particularly defined, and social distinct. The group of people must share an immutable trait, which means a common characteristic that cannot, or should not, have to change. To be particularly defined, the group must have defined boundaries as to who is and is not within the group. To be socially distinct, others in the same society must view the group as set apart from the rest of the population . This three-part test is supposed to distinguish between social groups that are like race, religion, nationality, and political opinion, and social groups that are unlike asylum law’s other protected groups.
We guide our clients through every stage of asylum preparation with respect, clarity, and care, utilizing specialized, trauma-informed techniques that help organize memories, highlight key events, and maintain confidence throughout the process. Our approach is designed to empower even the most stressed or traumatized individuals to share their stories effectively and with dignity.
Our guidance includes:
- Presenting your story clearly, truthfully, and with supporting details
- Describing suffered and feared harm
- Explaining police inaction or government failure to protect
- Preparing for what to expect in court or at USCIS interviews
- Framing your story and structuring memories effectively for clarity and listener reception
- Addressing inconsistencies or missing documentation
- Connecting your testimony with supporting evidence and country conditions
You don’t have to tell your story alone. We work closely with you to build a strong, honest case that reflects your experience and meets the legal standards for asylum.