Voluntary Departure allows individuals in removal proceedings to leave the United States on their own, within a set period, without receiving a formal removal order. Choosing voluntary departure can help preserve future immigration benefits and avoid harsher consequences.
Eligible Applicants: Individuals who:
– Are placed in removal proceedings before an Immigration Judge
– Can demonstrate good moral character and eligibility for voluntary departure
– Agree to depart the United States within the period set by the court
– Have not committed serious criminal offenses or aggravated felonies
Eligibility depends on meeting legal requirements and the discretion of the Immigration Judge.
Supporting evidence may include:
– Proof of residence and ties in the U.S.
– Documentation of good moral character
– Immigration history and prior compliance records
– Evidence showing ability to depart within the set timeframe
– Any other documentation requested by the court
Strong evidence helps demonstrate that voluntary departure is appropriate.
Benefits of voluntary departure include:
– Avoiding a formal removal order on your record
– Preserving eligibility for future immigration benefits
– Minimizing bars to reentry compared to deportation
– Allowing a controlled, orderly departure from the U.S.
This option can be crucial for long-term immigration strategy.
We evaluate eligibility, prepare and file the motion for voluntary departure, and represent clients in immigration court. Our team ensures the request is properly supported and advocates for favorable terms.
If you are facing removal and wish to depart voluntarily, call 323-805-0445 to schedule a consultation with an experienced immigration attorney who will guide you through the process.
Florida International University College of Law, Miami, Florida
Bowling Greend State University, Bowling Green, Ohio
Juliette Potter is a highly accomplished United States Immigration Attorney with over two decades of legal experience. She began her legal journey as a Barrister in the United Kingdom and was later admitted as an Attorney-at-Law in Antigua and Barbuda before the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court.
Ms. Potter’s academic background is equally distinguished. She holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from Florida International University College of Law, a Bachelor of Laws (Honors) from the University of Wolverhampton, and a Legal Education Certificate from the Norman Manley Law School in Jamaica. She also earned a Master’s degree in Organization Development from Bowling Green State University’s College of Business in Ohio.
Her professional experience spans both the corporate and legal worlds. Before entering private immigration practice, she served as Chief Legal Officer for an international group of companies. Today, she is a Licensed Attorney in the State of New York, representing clients before the Federal Immigration Courts of the United States, while also maintaining her active law license in Antigua and Barbuda.
As an immigrant herself, Ms. Potter brings a unique perspective and deep empathy to her practice. Her personal experiences inspire her unwavering commitment to helping clients navigate the complexities of U.S. immigration law with confidence and care.
Outside the courtroom, Ms. Potter enjoys cooking, traveling, and exploring new cuisines — passions that reflect her appreciation for diversity and global cultures, both in life and in law.