Criminal Defense News & Resources

Vacating a Criminal Conviction to get the Green Card

Posted October 23, 2017 11:23 am Dear friends: The past newsletter talked about how a criminal charge can have a serious impact in your immigration case and how here, in Massachusetts, a criminal conviction may be vacated, which would give you another chance to obtain legal immigration status in he U.S.

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Second chances Under the Law. Part II

Posted September 18, 2017 1:32 pm Second Chances Under the Law. Part II Dear friends: Last time we spoke about how a Motion to Reopen an immigration case, can provide a person with a second chance at obtaining legal status in the U.S. Now, we will talk about how a Motion to Vacate a criminal conviction can do the same. Criminal … [Read entire content]

What can happen with my immigration status if I am arrested?

Posted November 19, 2015 10:33 pm What happens with my immigration status if I have been arrested by the police? Dear friends, This is one of the most common questions that comes up when a person who is not a US citizen has any problem with the police or is arrested. In general, any criminal charge, even if the person is … [Read entire content]

We Are Introducing New Brand and Logo with Powerful Message

Posted May 8, 2015 11:00 pm Dear friends, We are pleased to inform you that we are rolling out a new brand and visual identity with an updated logo. The new brand, FitzGerald Law Company, draws on the legacy of our name, but identifies better the type of company we are and it will coincide with our longstanding Web address: www.fitzgeraldlawcompany.com. … [Read entire content]