Asylum Lawyers in Philadelphia | Protection & Immigration Relief
If you’re fleeing violence, persecution, or danger in your home country, Winkler Quintanilla is here to help you seek asylum or other humanitarian immigration options that offer safety and legal protection.
Understanding Asylum in the United States
Asylum allows individuals to remain in the U.S. if they have suffered past persecution or have a well-founded fear of future persecution based on:
Race
Religion
Nationality
Political Opinion
Membership in a Particular Social Group
You must generally apply within one year of entering the U.S. Learn about Affirmative Asylum ➔
Types of Asylum Applications
Affirmative Asylum: Apply directly with USCIS before removal proceedings begin.
Defensive Asylum: Request asylum as a defense when facing deportation. Learn about Defensive Asylum ➔
If granted, you can also petition for qualifying relatives to join you.
Other Forms of Immigration Protection
Not everyone qualifies for asylum. Depending on your circumstances, there may be other forms of humanitarian relief available in immigration court.
Individuals facing removal may seek withholding of removal or protection under the Convention Against Torture, which can provide protection if returning to your home country would place you at risk of serious harm.
In certain cases, individuals may also qualify for cancellation of removal, a form of relief that allows some individuals in removal proceedings to remain in the United States if they meet specific eligibility requirements.
Our firm helps clients evaluate all available options to determine the best strategy for seeking protection and remaining safely in the United States.
Secure Your Future in the United States.
Schedule a consultation today with our Philadelphia asylum attorneys.
intake@winklerimmigration.com
(215) 338-5450
242 N. 22nd St.
Philadelphia, PA 19103