Business Details
Experienced Immigration Lawyers in San Jose, CA
The Daniel Shanfield Immigration Defense is a dedicated immigration law practice committed to reuniting families and defending the rights of immigrants facing complex legal challenges. With decades of combined experience, our team specializes in navigating the intricacies of U.S. immigration law, including deportation defense, citizenship applications, family-based immigration, and humanitarian visas. Our attorneys bring unique insights from prior roles as immigration prosecutors, enabling strategic representation in even the most difficult cases.We prioritize personalized service, transparent communication, and aggressive advocacy to achieve favorable outcomes for clients across Silicon Valley and beyond. Our focus on immigration law has established us as a trusted resource for individuals seeking permanent residency, naturalization, or relief from removal proceedings.
Services
Citizenship Applications
Deportation Defense
Family Immigration
Asylum Cases
VAWA Petitions
U Visas
Green Card Renewal
K Visa Processing
Waivers of Inadmissibility
Federal Immigration Litigation
Highlights and features
- We offer over five decades of combined experience in immigration law.
- Our team includes former immigration prosecutors with unique strategic insights.
- We handle complex cases involving criminal records and deportation defense.
- We provide personalized communication throughout every stage of your case.
- Our attorneys have secured numerous successful outcomes in federal immigration courts.
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Services
Citizenship Applications
We guide clients through the U.S. citizenship application process, including eligibility assessments, documentation preparation, and interview coaching. Our team helps applicants meet residency requirements and overcome potential barriers like criminal records. With personalized legal strategies, we maximize approval chances for individuals seeking full participation in American civic life.
Deportation Defense
Our attorneys provide aggressive representation in deportation proceedings, exploring all available relief options including asylum, cancellation of removal, and waivers. We challenge unlawful removal orders using evidence of rehabilitation and family ties. With experience in federal immigration courts, we protect clients' rights during hearings and appeals.
Family Immigration
We assist with family-based immigration petitions for spouses, children, and other relatives of U.S. citizens and permanent residents. Our services include K-1 fianc visas, adjustment of status applications, and conditional green card removal. We help families navigate complex requirements to achieve lawful permanent residency and eventual citizenship.
Asylum Cases
We represent individuals seeking asylum due to persecution in their home countries. Our team prepares compelling applications demonstrating eligibility based on race, religion, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. We also handle related matters like withholding of removal and Convention Against Torture claims.
VAWA Petitions
We help victims of domestic violence obtain immigration status independently through the Violence Against Women Act. Our services include filing self-petitions, gathering evidence of abuse, and securing work authorization. We support both female and male victims, as well as children affected by family violence.
People
Daniel Shanfield
Founder and President
Daniel Shanfield is a seasoned immigration attorney with decades of experience in deportation defense and family-based immigration cases. His background as a former immigration prosecutor provides unique strategic advantages in complex legal matters. He has successfully represented clients in federal immigration courts across the United States.
Miguel Melendrez
Senior Paralegal
Miguel Melendrez brings extensive expertise in immigration case management and client support. He assists with deportation defense strategies, visa applications, and family immigration petitions. His bilingual capabilities and deep understanding of immigration processes enhance client communication and case outcomes.
Revital Shavit Barsheshet
Attorney of Counsel
Revital Shavit Barsheshet specializes in complex immigration cases involving criminal records and humanitarian relief. She provides strategic legal analysis and representation for clients seeking waivers of inadmissibility and other forms of immigration relief. Her practice focuses on overcoming legal barriers to entry and residency.
Jennifer Bejar
Associate Attorney
Jennifer Bejar represents clients in family immigration matters, asylum cases, and citizenship applications. She provides personalized legal solutions for individuals seeking to reunite with family members or obtain lawful status. Her practice emphasizes compassionate representation and thorough case preparation.
Questions
What immigration cases does your firm handle?
We handle all aspects of immigration law including family visas, deportation defense, citizenship applications, asylum cases, and waivers for criminal records. Our team specializes in complex cases involving the Adam Walsh Act and humanitarian relief programs.
How can you help with deportation defense?
Our attorneys explore all available relief options including cancellation of removal, asylum, and waivers of inadmissibility. We challenge unlawful removal orders using evidence of rehabilitation, family ties, and humanitarian considerations in immigration court proceedings.
Can you assist with citizenship applications?
Yes, we guide clients through the naturalization process including eligibility assessments, documentation preparation, and interview coaching. We help applicants meet residency requirements and overcome potential barriers like criminal records.
Do you handle family-based immigration cases?
We specialize in family immigration matters including K-1 fiancé visas, spousal petitions, and adjustment of status applications. Our team helps families navigate complex requirements to achieve lawful permanent residency and eventual citizenship.
What options exist for criminal record waivers?
We help clients obtain 212(h) waivers of inadmissibility by demonstrating rehabilitation and good moral character. Our team presents compelling evidence to overcome immigration barriers caused by past criminal offenses.
How does the Adam Walsh Act affect immigration?
The Adam Walsh Act creates immigration barriers for individuals with sex offense convictions. Our attorneys develop strategic defenses to overcome these challenges through evidence presentation and legal arguments in immigration court proceedings.
