Month: May 2025
ICE Presence at San Antonio Immigration Court: What You Need to Know
Yesterday, ICE officers were present at the San Antonio immigration court and detained some immigrants who appeared for their scheduled court hearings before an immigration judge. It is important to emphasize that ICE is targeting a specific group of noncitizens. The majority of individuals attending court hearings are not being arrested. At DMCA, we are closely monitoring these developments. If you are a client who falls within the group currently being targeted, we will contact you prior to your hearing to discuss your case strategy. If you are unsure whether this recent ICE policy may affect you, we encourage you ... Read more
Pope Leo XIV’s American citizenship: Can he keep it as pope?
Immigration Attorney Paul Hunker was recently featured in an article by Catholic News Agency exploring the question: Can Pope Leo XIV keep his American citizenship as Pope? From the article: “I think unless he comes forward and says, ‘I have the intention of relinquishing my U.S. nationality,’ then he is not considered to have lost his U.S. citizenship,” Hunker said. “At a deep level, I think it says something great about our country: When you’re born here, the government can’t kick you out — unless you affirmatively say that you’re renouncing your citizenship.” With years of experience in immigration law, ... Read more
Immigration courts overwhelmed, asylum seekers left in limbo: DMCA Partner Paul Hunker Talks to CBS News
Immigration Attorney Paul Hunker, former Chief Counsel for ICE in Dallas and current partner at DMCA, LLP, talks to CBS News about the issue of overwhelmed immigration courts. With over two decades of experience, Paul offers unparalleled insights into: ✔️ Federal litigation✔️ Asylum✔️ Removal defense✔️ ICE audits Now serving clients in San Antonio, Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and Houston. Contact DMCA at 1-866-690-1844 or visit online bookings to schedule a consultation.
DMCA’s Managing Partner Lance Curtright Addresses Questions Surrounding Trump’s $1,000 Self-Deportation Incentive
Recent headlines have highlighted a new immigration proposal introduced by the Trump Administration: a $1,000 incentive for undocumented immigrants who voluntarily self-deport. This idea has raised a number of questions—many of which were addressed in a recent news segment featuring DMCA’s managing partner, Lance Curtright, based in San Antonio. In an interview with KSAT 12 News, Attorney Curtright provided insight of this proposal and what it could mean for immigrant communities. What You Should Know Attorney Curtright emphasized the importance of seeking trustworthy legal advice: “Don’t take advantage of this until you talk to a lawyer. Make sure you know ... Read more