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Immigration Practice Areas in San Diego
Removal defense, detained cases, asylum, BIA appeals, adjustment of status and waivers, criminal cases and FOIA requests, in English or Spanish.
Free first consultation · Same-day consultations · Calls answered right away · Payment plans available · English & Spanish

Deportation defense
When the government is trying to remove you or a family member.
Removal defense in immigration court
We represent individuals facing removal proceedings and protect their right to remain in the United States. Our firm provides strategic, court-focused defense at every stage of the process.
Detained removal cases & bond
We act quickly in detained cases, advocating for bond, release, and strong defense strategies while clients remain in custody.
Asylum cases
We help individuals seeking protection present strong claims based on fear of persecution and guide them through the asylum process.
BIA appeals
We represent clients before the Board of Immigration Appeals, challenging unfavorable decisions and protecting their rights on appeal.
Family & status
When you want to fix your status through family.
Criminal cases & records
When a criminal case or your past records affect your immigration options.
What working with us looks like.Every case is unique. We take the time to understand your situation, explain your options clearly, and develop a focused legal strategy to protect your rights and move your case forward.
We listen
You tell us what happened, in your language. We review your documents and history.
We explain your options
Risks, timelines and costs in plain words, before you decide anything.
We take it from there
Filings, hearings and updates. You are never left guessing.

Daniel Castaneda, your attorney.
More than 2,000 cases handled since 2011.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
- Firm
- Law Office of Daniel Stefan Castaneda, APC
- Practice
- Immigration, removal defense and the immigration side of criminal cases
- Languages
- English and Spanish
- State Bar of California
- #276762, admitted in 2011
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Criminal convictions and deportation
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Adjustment of status green card guide
Eligibility, forms and the USCIS process.
Talk to an attorney today.
(619) 710-6095Free first consultation · Same-day consultations · Calls answered right away · Payment plans available · English & Spanish
Law Office of Daniel Stefan Castaneda, APC3065 Rosecrans Pl, Ste 204, San Diego, CA 92110-4822
daniel@castalegal.com
Tell us what is happening and we will explain your options in plain words, in English or Spanish. Your first consultation is free.
