Crimmigration Defense • Immigration Advocacy

When Criminal & Immigration Law Collide, Erika Vejar Fights for You.

The go-to attorney for Crimmigration defense. Over two decades protecting immigrants from deportation when criminal charges threaten their future in the United States.

Crimmigration Specialist Nationwide Representation English & Spanish

Signature Practice Area

Crimmigration Defense

When criminal charges threaten your immigration status, you need an attorney who masters both worlds. Erika Vejar is that attorney.

The Crimmigration Cornerstone

Why Erika Vejar Is the Go-To for Crimmigration Cases

  • 20+ years navigating the intersection of criminal and immigration law
  • Dual strategy: coordinates criminal defense with immigration protection simultaneously
  • Licensed in all California courts and federal appellate circuits (9th & 5th)
  • Track record of preventing deportation even with felony convictions
  • Bilingual representation — fights for you in English and Spanish

Cases We Handle

Deportation After Arrest

Immediate defense when ICE issues a detainer following criminal charges.

Felony Immigration Impact

Strategic reduction of charges to protect immigration eligibility.

Post-Conviction Relief

Vacating or modifying convictions that trigger deportation.

DUI & Immigration

Protecting your status when DUI charges complicate your immigration case.

Facing criminal charges with immigration consequences? Every hour matters.

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Immigration Legal Services

Full-service immigration representation

Vejar Law Firm provides full-service immigration representation for individuals, families, and individuals facing complex or urgent immigration matters across the United States.

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Visas

  • Nonimmigrant visa applications and assistance
  • Visa renewals and status guidance
  • Consular processing support
02

Asylum & Humanitarian Relief

  • Asylum applications and representation
  • Humanitarian protection options
  • Fear-based immigration relief
03

Employment-Based Immigration

  • Employer-sponsored green cards
  • Employment-based immigration petitions
  • Work visa pathways and adjustment of status
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Family-Based Immigration

  • Family petitions
  • Adjustment of status applications
  • Consular processing for family members abroad
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Citizenship & Naturalization

  • Naturalization applications
  • Citizenship eligibility evaluation
  • Interview preparation and filing support
06

VAWA

  • Self-petitions for survivors of abuse
  • Humanitarian immigration relief
  • Confidential case handling and support
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Deportation & Removal Defense

  • Deportation defense / removal proceedings representation
  • Immigration court representation
  • Defense strategies in removal cases
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ICE Detention & Bond Hearings

  • Representation in ICE detention cases
  • Immigration bond hearings
  • Emergency detention-related legal assistance
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DACA

  • Initial DACA applications
  • Renewals and status maintenance
  • Eligibility guidance
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TPS

  • TPS applications and renewals
  • Country-specific protected status filings
  • Status maintenance assistance
11

U Visa & T Visa

  • U visa applications for crime victims
  • T visa applications for trafficking survivors
  • Law enforcement certification support
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Humanitarian Parole

  • Humanitarian parole applications
  • Emergency entry requests
  • Case-by-case humanitarian relief filings
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Motions, Appeals & Court Representation

  • Motions to reopen or reconsider
  • USCIS appeals
  • Immigration court appeals
  • Full immigration court representation
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Waivers & Complex Immigration Cases

  • Waivers of inadmissibility
  • Complex or high-risk immigration cases
  • Customized legal strategies for difficult cases
SIGNATURE PRACTICE

Criminal + Immigration "Crimmigration" Cases

The niche where Erika Vejar dominates. Two decades of dual-strategy defense.

  • Immigration consequences of criminal charges
  • Defense strategy coordination between criminal and immigration law
  • Protection against deportation due to criminal issues
  • Post-conviction relief and sentence modifications
  • ICE detainer defense after arrest
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About Erika Vejar

The Cornerstone of Crimmigration Defense.

Erika Vejar, founder and lead attorney at Vejar Law Firm

Erika Vejar

Founder & Crimmigration Attorney

With over two decades at the intersection of criminal and immigration law, Erika Vejar has built a reputation as the attorney you call when others say your case is impossible. She has successfully kept families together even when felony convictions, ICE detainers, and removal orders stood in the way. Her dual mastery of criminal defense strategy and immigration protection makes her the cornerstone of Crimmigration defense in California and beyond.

Why Choose Vejar Law Firm

Premium advocacy with human communication.

Full-service immigration representation

Guidance for family, humanitarian, employment, defense, and complex matters.

Emergency and urgent case support

Focused help when detention, deadlines, or court dates demand action.

Compassionate client communication

Clear next steps, respectful communication, and steady support.

Representation across the United States

Serving clients and families nationwide with modern remote access.

Complex case strategy

Careful legal analysis for high-risk and multi-layered immigration issues.

English and Spanish support

Bilingual support designed to make the process easier to understand.

Contact / Consultation

Protect Your Future. Start Your Immigration Case Today.

Contact Vejar Law Firm to discuss your immigration options and next steps.

Phone: (909) 394-2314 Email: vejarlawfirm@vejarlaw.com 373 E Foothill Blvd #100, San Dimas, CA 91773 Hours: Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 5 PM
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