Cedillo Law Firm, PLLC is a Texas-based team of passionate trial lawyers dedicated to justice in criminal defense, immigration, and personal injury. Learn our mission and why we fight. Home About Our Attorneys Results Media Room Contact Us MEDIA ROOM Catch our team in action—on the news, in the courtroom, and across your feed. Stay connected with Cedillo Law Firm through recent press coverage, attorney interviews, legal presentations, and trending social media content. 🎥 Watch Our YouTube Series CedilloTok Your Front Row Seat to Justice CEDILLO LAW FIRM Criminal Defense Personal Injury Immigration find us off the record... Ready to Discuss Your Case? Call us in Sugar Land Call us in The Woodlands

Cedillo Law Firm, PLLC provides aggressive criminal defense, immigration, and personal injury representation across Texas. When you need justice, you just need us. Home About Our Attorneys Results Media Room Contact Us LAW FIRM CEDILLO DEDICATED TO PROTECTING YOUR RIGHTS IN CRIMINAL, CIVIL & IMMIGRATION COURTS Experienced trial attorneys for complex criminal, immigration, and personal injury cases SCHEDULE YOUR CONSULT TODAY AREAS OF PRACTICE Immigration Personal Injury Criminal Defense Ready to Discuss Your Case? Call us in Sugar Land Call us in The Woodlands Recent Wins for our Clients Writ Granted Deportation Case - March 2026 In a case in the Southern District of Texas, we secured another federal habeas victory ordering our client to have a bond hearing—even after the ruling in Buenrostro limiting bonds for many in the 5th Circuit. Our client is a longtime resident with no criminal history, a mother to U.S. citizen children with serious health conditions. The federal court ordered the government to justify her continued detention at a bond hearing—or release her. UPDATE: The Federal court ordered her release. $26,250 Settlement Auto Collision - March 2026 Secured a strong result for our client after a three-car collision caused by a driver who ran a red light in downtown Houston. Despite multiple vehicles and competing claims, we pushed the case forward and recovered just shy of the at-fault driver’s policy limits—helping our client move forward with meaningful compensation after a serious crash. Writ Granted Deportation Case - Feb 2026 Another fantastic win for our client. Judge granted the client's immediate release , not just a bond hearing, finding that our client's constitutional rights were injured so greviously, the only proper remedy was release. Now he can be with his family and in the free world while we fight his removal case. Writ Approved Poss. of MJ - Jan 2026 We won a writ of Habeas Corpus in state court after showing that our client was never properly advised about the immigration consequences of his marijuana case. The judge agreed, erased the conviction, and allowed the case to start over with all of our client’s rights fully protected.

Cedillo Law Firm, PLLC is a Texas-based team of passionate trial lawyers dedicated to justice in criminal defense, immigration, and personal injury. Learn our mission and why we fight. Home About Our Attorneys Results Media Room Contact Us Immigration Bonds Deportation Defense Adjustment of Status Marriage Petitions Crimmigration Motions to Reopen IMMIGRATION BONDS An immigration bond allows a detained individual to be released from ICE custody while their immigration case proceeds in court. Unlike criminal bonds, immigration bonds are controlled by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the immigration courts, and the rules are extremely different — and rapidly changing. Bonds are not automatic. In most cases, your loved one must win a bond hearing before an immigration judge. At that hearing, the burden is on us to prove two things: The person is not a danger to the community, and The person is not a flight risk and will appear at future hearings. This requires evidence , planning , and experienced representation — because ICE will argue the opposite. CEDILLO LAW FIRM When a loved one is detained by ICE, time becomes everything. An ICE detention is one of the most frightening experiences a family can face. In an instant, a routine traffic stop, a background check, or an encounter with local law enforcement can result in your loved one being transferred into federal custody — often without clear information, without a timeline, and without the chance to come home. At Cedillo Law Firm, we fight to bring families back together. Our team handles bond hearings, mandatory detention challenges, ICE detainers, custody reviews, and Federal habeas litigation when the government wrongfully claims that a person should not be released. What Is an Immigration Bond? How We Win Immigration Bond Hearings Bond hearings are fast, contested, and evidence-driven. Our approach includes: Preparing the detained client for testimony Submitting supporting documents (ID, proof of residence, employment records, tax records, church/community letters, affidavits) Bringing in family witnesses when appropriate Challenging ICE’s allegations point-by-point Demonstrating community ties, hardship, and rehabilitation Addressing any criminal history with accurate legal analysis Showing compliance with prior court obligations Presenting a release plan that satisfies the judge Bond success is about showing the whole person , not just the government’s allegation sheet. When DHS Said “No Bond,” We Took the Case to Federal Court and we Won Recently, the government — and even the Board of Immigration Appeals — claimed that one of our clients was mandatorily detained, meaning the immigration judge supposedly had no power to set a bond at all. Our client had entered without inspection and was being treated as someone Congress had “locked out” of bond eligibility. We refused to accept this. We filed a federal habeas petition in U.S. District Court challenging the government’s interpretation of the detention statute. The federal judge agreed with us and issued an order requiring the immigration judge to conduct a bond hearing by a deadline, or release the client altogether. This victory is life-changing for our client and family — and it shows the lengths we will go when DHS misapplies the law. When immigration judges say their hands are tied, we know how to take the fight into federal court. Bond Law Is Changing — Fast Immigration bond law is currently in a period of rapid, unpredictable change: The BIA has recently issued rulings that severely restrict bond eligibility. DHS is aggressively arguing for mandatory detention in more categories. Immigration judges are increasingly hesitant to grant bond without exceptionally strong evidence. Rules and policies are shifting under the current administration — sometimes every few weeks. This means that a bond case today is not the same as a bond case last month. And a bond case next month may look different again. At Cedillo Law Firm, we stay ahead of the changes by tracking every BIA decision, every federal case, and every policy shift. When necessary, we take cases into federal court to protect our clients’ rights. IMMIGRATION BOND FAQ — What Families Need to Know How do you get an immigration bond? Your loved one must normally have a bond hearing before an immigration judge. At that hearing, we present evidence showing: They are not a danger They are not a flight risk They have strong ties in the community They will appear for every future hearing The judge then decides whether to grant a bond and, if so, the amount. How much does an immigration bond cost? Most bonds fall between $5,000 and $20,000 — though the law allows for much higher amounts. The bond can be: Paid in cash, directly to ICE (returned at the end of the case if the person appears), OR Paid through a specialized federal immigration bondsman, who typically requires a percentage of the amount plus collateral. We guide families through both options and connect them with trusted, reputable federal bondsmen. Can every detained person get a bond? No. Some individuals are considered “mandatory detention” under immigration law. BUT — ICE and immigration judges frequently get this wrong. We evaluate: The criminal charge The offense level Date of conviction Whether the charge is actually a deportable offense Whether the statute matches the federal immigration definition Whether the detention statute even applies If DHS is wrong, we challenge it — and we have taken mandatory-detention cases to federal court and won . Is an immigration bond the same as a criminal bond? No. Immigration bonds follow federal rules, not Texas rules, and ICE can detain someone even if the criminal case is dismissed. Criminal court determines guilt. Immigration court determines removability. Bond hearings sit in their own category. If the bond is approved, how fast can my loved one be released? It depends on the detention facility, the processing schedule, and whether the bond is paid in cash or through a bondsman. Many clients are released within 24–72 hours after payment. Is it worth hiring an attorney for a bond hearing? Absolutely. Bond hearings are one of the most important moments in an immigration case, and they often decide: Whether a client fights their case from home or from detention Whether they can gather evidence Whether they can consult freely with counsel Whether they can continue to support their family Whether they can pursue relief like 42A, 42B, or adjustment Winning bond is often the turning point that determines the outcome of the entire case. Contact Cedillo Law Firm for Immigration Bond Help If your loved one is in jail with an ICE hold, we take immediate action : Contact ICE Review bond eligibility Request an immigration bond hearing Challenge mandatory detention Coordinate between criminal court and immigration court Fight to get the client released We have secured numerous ICE bond victories that allowed clients to reunite with their families and continue fighting their cases from outside detention. Ready to Discuss Your Case? Call us in Sugar Land Call us in The Woodlands Criminal Defense Immigration Personal Injury

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Injured in an accident? Cedillo Law Firm, PLLC fights for maximum compensation in car crashes, slip and falls, and serious injury cases across Texas. Free consultations available. Home About Our Attorneys Results Media Room Contact Us PERSONAL INJURY We fight for full compensation after serious injuries — from car crashes to 18-wheeler accidents. Our team handles the legal stress so you can focus on healing. Recent Victories in Personal Injury Cases Car Accidents Trucking Accidents Wrongful Death Slip & Fall Cases Personal Injury Claims General Civil Litigation CEDILLO LAW FIRM $26,250 Settlement Auto Collision - March 2026 Secured a strong result for our client after a three-car collision caused by a driver who ran a red light in downtown Houston. Despite multiple vehicles and competing claims, we pushed the case forward and recovered just shy of the at-fault driver’s policy limits—helping our client move forward with meaningful compensation after a serious crash. Personal Injury $120,000 Settlement 18-Wheeler Crash - June 2025 18 Wheeler multi-car collision, but we secured client a settlement of $120,000 for his injuries. Personal Injury $78,000 Settlement Auto Collision - Jan 2026 Our client was seriously injured when a rideshare driver t-boned her vehicle. We pursued all available insurance coverage and held the delivery driver accountable for the crash. Through strategic negotiation, we secured a $78,000 settlement for our client. Another example of fighting for real results when rideshare companies are involved. Personal Injury $30,000 Settlement Auto Collision - Nov 2024 Client was injured in auto accident. Following negotiations by our team, negligent driver's insurance agreed to pay the full policy (in this case $30,000 ). Our client got every cent due to her. Personal Injury $84,000 Settlement Auto Collision - June 2025 We fought for our injured client to receive $84,000 after an auto collision with a negligent driver. Personal Injury Immigration Personal Injury Criminal Defense Ready to Discuss Your Case? Call us in Sugar Land Call us in The Woodlands

Cedillo Law Firm, PLLC is a Texas-based team of passionate trial lawyers dedicated to justice in criminal defense, immigration, and personal injury. Learn our mission and why we fight. Home About Our Attorneys Results Media Room Contact Us CEDILLO LAW FIRM'S STATEMENTS OF PURPOSE Founded in 1972 by Paul Cedillo, Jr., our practice began with a commitment to justice and fairness. My father began as a general practitioner, but with a strong focus on criminal defense, laying the foundation for a legacy of advocacy and an extension of the struggle for civil rights. I began my career being trained in not only the law, but the special set of skills and instincts needed to become a true trial lawyer. I have a long list of people and colleagues to thank for that (and the education continues), but I'd be remiss if I didn't mention Jamal Alsaffar, a legend-in-the-making of a plaintiff's attorney out of Austin, Texas, or Ed Sullivan and Jerry Galow, masterful trial attorneys out of Houston, Texas and the Texan hinterlands, respectively. I owe a great debt to Stephanie Sullivan, now an advocacy coach at South Texas, for her time and invaluable instruction. But trial work isn't an achievement: it's a muscle. Not only did coaches and peers train & assist me, clients took a chance on me (and, increasingly as a firm, us): they placed their lives and their fortunes in my hands. The people trusted me to tell their story. Like Tennyson's Ulysses said, "I am a part of all that I have met." Championing each client's precious story increases the desire, the ability to assist others. Over the years, I brought my training in trial work to my father's practice, expanding its scope and sharpening its focus. We have expanded our roster, but remain committed to the principles laid down over the years. Today, our firm's primary fights are in the arenas of criminal defense, personal injury, and immigration matters . We are dedicated to combating government overreach , reminding the people of their power to dispense justice , and using the legal system to hold corporations and the powerful accountable for their actions. We remember the long and ongoing fight for equality under the law for people of color, women, members of the LGBT+ community and so we are committed to upholding principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know attorneys are front line soldiers in the battle to uphold the Rule of Law. In these changing times, our mission remains rooted in protecting the rights of individuals in order to ensure fairness for ALL people. As Malcolm X instructed, we will partner with anyone, anywhere, who will help in that great mission. -John Paul Cedillo “Liberty lies in the hearts of men and women; when it dies there, no constitution, no law, no court can save it.” — Judge Learned Hand " And I will friend you, if I may, In the dark and cloudy day." -A.E. Housman (A Shropshire Lad: LXII) "Law is a lot more than words you put in a book, or judges or lawyers or sheriffs you hire to carry it out. It's everything people ever have found out about justice and what's right and wrong. It's the very conscience of humanity." The Ox Bow Incident History says, don't hope On this side of the grave. But then, once in a lifetime The longed-for tidal wave Of justice can rise up And hope and history rhyme . So hope for a great sea-change On the far side of revenge. Believe that a farther shore Is reachable from here. The Cure at Troy, Seamus Heaney "So we say 'all power to the people:' all power is manifested in the people. We don't have any people whose lives we believe should be thrown away." —Chairman Fred Hampton Criminal Defense Personal Injury Immigration Ready to Discuss Your Case? Call us in Sugar Land Call us in The Woodlands

Cedillo Law Firm, PLLC is a Texas-based team of passionate trial lawyers dedicated to justice in criminal defense, immigration, and personal injury. Learn our mission and why we fight. Home About Our Attorneys Results Media Room Contact Us DWI ASSAULT / FAMILY VIOLENCE THEFT DRUG CHARGES CRIMMIGRATION SERIOUS FELONIES ASSAULT FAMILY VIOLENCE CASES Texas law uses a very broad definition of “family violence.” A person can be charged even if no one was seriously injured, the incident involved mutual argument or pushing, or the complainant does not want to prosecute. Officers are required to make arrests in many situations, even when both people insist that nothing criminal occurred. Once the charge is filed, the case belongs to the State — not the complaining witness — and the process can move forward even without that person’s cooperation. CEDILLO LAW FIRM Family violence allegations move fast and carry consequences long after the court case ends. Whether the incident happened in Harris County, Fort Bend County, or Montgomery County, a family violence charge puts your freedom, your gun rights, your immigration status, and your future at risk. At Cedillo Law Firm, we defend these cases from our offices in Sugar Land and The Woodlands, using a careful, strategic approach to protect every part of your life. What Counts as 'Family Violence' in Texas? Firearm Consequences After a Family Violence Case One of the most permanent consequences of a family violence conviction is the impact on your firearm rights. Under federal law, even a Class A misdemeanor family violence conviction results in a lifetime prohibition on owning or possessing a firearm. There is no federal procedure to restore this right once the finding is entered. Texas law also imposes its own firearm restrictions for a period following certain sentences. These consequences apply even when the case involved a minor allegation or resulted in a plea deal that avoided jail. Protecting your Second Amendment rights requires preventing any family violence finding from being entered in the first place. Immigration Risks — Even With Deferred Adjudication Family violence charges create extremely serious immigration issues . Even if the case results in deferred adjudication — which is not considered a conviction under Texas law, but IS a conviction under Federal law — immigration authorities may still treat it as a “crime of domestic violence” or as a crime involving moral turpitude. This can lead to detention, deportation, denial of residency, denial of naturalization, or the loss of work authorization. Many people mistakenly believe that a deferred plea or “no jail” agreement is safe. For non-citizens, a family violence allegation must be handled with precise coordination between criminal and immigration counsel to avoid life-altering consequences. Enhancements, Felony Exposure, and Protective Order Violations Texas law allows certain family violence allegations to escalate quickly. A second family violence charge — even one that occurs years later — can be enhanced to a felony. Allegations involving impeding breath (strangulation) are charged as felonies on a first offense. Violating a magistrate’s order, protective order, or bond condition can create new charges and significantly increase the difficulty of resolving the case. These complications are common in Harris, Fort Bend, and Montgomery County courts, and require a defense team who understands how these enhancements are applied and how to prevent a misdemeanor from becoming a felony. Affidavits of Non-Prosecution Many cases involve a complainant who wants the charges dismissed. An Affidavit of Non-Prosecution can be helpful, but it does not compel the prosecutor to drop the case. Domestic violence prosecutors often proceed even when both parties want to move forward peacefully. The affidavit is simply one part of a comprehensive defense strategy. We can help clients obtain, present, and use these affidavits effectively — without relying on them as the only defense. Expunctions, Non-Disclosures and 'Poison Pill' Cases Family violence cases involve some of the strictest record-clearing rules in Texas. Even when a case is dismissed, these matters often require longer wait times before expunction eligibility and more complex procedures due to protective orders, no-contact conditions, or prior findings. Most importantly, any family-violence finding — whether on a conviction or a deferred adjudication — permanently bars non-disclosure. These cases are often referred to as “poison pill” cases because, once the finding is entered, the record can never be sealed . This includes convictions, deferred adjudications with a family violence finding, and certain related offenses such as violation of protective order or assault by impeding breath. Preventing that finding is one of the most critical parts of our defense strategy. Contact us today to analyze your current or past cases with expunctions and/or non-disclosures (record sealing) in mind. Serving Harris, Ft. Bend, Montgomery Counties and Beyond Cedillo Law Firm represents clients in Houston, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, Richmond, Missouri City, Conroe, and all surrounding areas. Each county handles family violence allegations differently, and our team is experienced with the judges, prosecutors, and procedures in each system. We tailor your defense to the exact court your case is in to achieve the strongest possible result . Why Choose Cedillo Law Firm? Family violence charges involve criminal law, immigration issues, firearm laws, protective orders, and long-term consequences that most people never anticipate. Our team focuses on dismissals, reductions, avoided findings, and long-term protection of your rights and reputation. With offices in Sugar Land and The Woodlands, we are positioned and ready to defend clients across the region with the urgency these cases demand. Ready to Discuss Your Case? Call us in Sugar Land Call us in The Woodlands Criminal Defense Immigration Personal Injury

Get in touch with Cedillo Law Firm, PLLC to speak with experienced criminal defense, immigration, or personal injury attorneys. Offices in Sugar Land and The Woodlands. Se habla español. Home About Our Attorneys Results Media Room Contact Us CEDILLO LAW FIRM OFFICE LOCATIONS Sugar Land Office 101 Southwestern Blvd., Ste 104 Sugar Land, Texas 77478 T. 281.277.0098 F. 346.239.1822 The Woodlands Office 719 Sawdust Rd., Ste. 100 The Woodlands, Texas 77380 T. 281.323.4345 F. 346.239.1822 Top of Page Contact Contact Our Attorneys First name* Last name Email* Phone Write a message Inquiry Type Submit Immigration Personal Injury Criminal Defense

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Charged with a crime in Texas? Cedillo Law Firm, PLLC defends clients in DWI, assault, drug, and felony cases. Fierce advocacy. Proven results. When you need justice, you just need us. Home About Our Attorneys Results Media Room Contact Us DWI ASSAULT / FAMILY VIOLENCE THEFT DRUG CHARGES CRIMMIGRATION SERIOUS FELONIES CRIMINAL DEFENSE The Defense is Ready. We provide experienced legal representation for a wide range of criminal charges, advocating for our clients' rights and freedoms. We’re proud of the results we’ve earned through our aggressive trial-driven approach. CEDILLO LAW FIRM Recent Victories in Criminal Cases Writ Approved Poss. of MJ - Jan 2026 We won a writ of Habeas Corpus in state court after showing that our client was never properly advised about the immigration consequences of his marijuana case. The judge agreed, erased the conviction, and allowed the case to start over with all of our client’s rights fully protected. Criminal Case Dismissed Money Laundering - Oct 2025 Client was part of a group of folks who got scammed with a healthcare fraud scheme. Because the perpetrators used our client's accounts, State believed our person was complicit. With dogged persistence and after combing through literal stacks of fiancial documents and evidence, Attorney Stephanie Pimentel was able to obtain a dismissal for our client, much to his relief. Criminal Case Dismissed Agg Assault DW - Aug 2025 Client had a mental breakdown, family called police to help him. Police helped by arresting him, charging a felony because at one point he grabbed a knife. Police wouldn't listen as family begged him not to be arrested. Client waited in jail for six months while we headed for trial, intent on proving his innocence. Two days before trial: case dismissed. Criminal Case Dismissed Felony Evading - Jan 2026 Our client is an avid motorcyclist accused of felony evading after officers didn't think he slowed quickly enough during a traffic stop, despite his not initially noticing police. State’s case fell apart due to critical indictment errors that could not be cured once trial began. The result: a full dismissal, justice done, and—most importantly—our client’s legal status protected. Criminal Case Dismissed DWI - Oct. 2025 We set this case for trial because client knew she wasn't driving drunk, despite officer's belief and poor testing. Attorney Danny Franco took the lead and pushed for this case and, the week of trial: case dismissed. Criminal Case Dismissed DWI - Aug 2025 Officer arrested client on suspicion of DWI; violated all sorts of protocols for DWI investigation. Case dismissed by State after jury selection. Criminal Not Guilty Felony Retaliation - Dec 2025 We took a felony retaliation case to trial in Wharton County. Our trial team of Attorneys Pimentel, Ledbetter and Cedillo explained to the jury the difference between a personal conflict and a criminal felony offense. They agreed. Not Guilty. Criminal Not Guilty Resisting Arrest - Sept. 2025 In a short but important jury trial, our client was vindicated by an all-female jury who viewed the (in our opinion) aggressive actions of an officer and found that our clien'ts conduct didn't rise to the level of resisting arrest. Criminal Case Suppressed DWI - July 2025 Officer illegally arrested our client on suspicion of DWI following a car accident where OUR client was the vicitm. Judge agreed officer had no basis for arrest, granted our suppresion motion. Criminal Case Dismissed DWI, Evading Arrest - Nov 2025 A young man came to us facing both a DWI and an Evading charge— cases that could derail his entire future. We prepared aggressively for trial, challenged every weakness in the State’s evidence, and secured dismissals. While out on bond, he finished school and graduated. Now he can move forward with a clean slate and a restored future. Criminal Case Dismissed Money Laundering - Sept 2025 Client was traveling to make a cash transaction (to buy a car). Officers- in our view- racially profiled him and pulled him over and with no probable cause searched his vehicle because he was nervous and failed to answer questions to their satisfaction. No contraband was found (no drugs, etc), just a large amount of cash, which they seized. We prepared to fight this one at trial, but on tiral week it was dismissed. Criminal Misdemeanor Probation Felony DWI - July 2025 Not all cases are trial wins or dismissals. This client had a history of DWI from long ago that the State wanted to use to send him to prison. We showed the positive changes in his life and circumstances and crafted a probation that saved him from prison and a Felony record and still allows the State to guarantee everyone's safety. Criminal Immigration Personal Injury Criminal Defense Ready to Discuss Your Case? Call us in Sugar Land Call us in The Woodlands

Cedillo Law Firm, PLLC is a Texas-based team of passionate trial lawyers dedicated to justice in criminal defense, immigration, and personal injury. Learn our mission and why we fight. Home About Our Attorneys Results Media Room Contact Us Car Accidents Trucking Accidents Wrongful Death Slip & Fall Cases Personal Injury Claims General Civil Litigation 18 Wheeler & Trucking Accidents A trucking company’s first call after a crash is to its insurer and corporate safety team. Many carriers send rapid-response units to the scene within hours to protect their interests, gather their own evidence, and sometimes get ahead of the narrative. Meanwhile, victims are often in the hospital, disoriented, or unsure of what comes next. These cases involve federal motor carrier regulations, driver qualification files, maintenance logs, route histories, fatigue rules, black-box downloads, and company safety policies. Preserving this evidence early is essential because trucking companies begin building their defense immediately. CEDILLO LAW FIRM Collisions involving 18-wheelers, big rigs, and commercial trucks are different from ordinary car accidents. These cases involve federal safety regulations, commercial insurance carriers, black-box evidence, corporate defendants, and injuries that are often life-changing. Cedillo Law Firm represents clients injured in 18-wheeler crashes across Harris County, Fort Bend County, Montgomery County, Houston, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, and greater Texas. We know how quickly trucking companies and insurers mobilize their defense teams — and why you must act just as fast to protect your claim. Why 18-Wheeler Cases are Different Our Results in Trucking Cases Cedillo Law Firm has recovered significant compensation for clients injured in trucking and commercial-vehicle collisions — including six-figure settlements , mediation victories , and strong litigation outcomes . Every case is different, but our commitment is the same: to hold negligent trucking companies accountable and recover the maximum compensation for your injuries, treatment needs, and lost wages. While some firms focus on billboards and volume, we focus on service, strategy, and results. Clients work directly with our attorneys — not a rotating call-center. We know your story, your injuries, your goals, and what your case is truly worth. Let our experience be your legal shield Experts We Work With 18-wheeler collisions require a higher level of investigation and expert analysis than ordinary motor-vehicle accidents. Our firm works with: Medical and treatment experts, including treating physicians, orthopedic specialists, pain management doctors, chiropractors, neurologists, and physical therapists who can document your injuries and connect them directly to the crash. Litigation and forensic experts, including accident reconstructionists, black-box (ECM) investigators, trucking-industry safety experts, vocational experts, and economic loss experts who can evaluate future medical needs, lost wages, and long-term recovery shaping. This combination of medical and scientific testimony strengthens your claim and helps establish the full value of your injuries . Why You Should Contact us Immediately Trucking companies move fast to protect themselves. They preserve their evidence, take statements, download the black box, contact their lawyers, and begin shaping the case from day one . You need someone advocating for you with the same urgency. Contacting us immediately allows us to preserve evidence, secure witness statements, coordinate medical evaluations, and prevent the trucking company’s insurer from controlling the narrative. The sooner we get involved, the stronger your case becomes. Recent Recoveries for our Clients in 18 Wheeler & Auto Crash Cases: Auto Collision - March 2026 $26,250 Settlement Secured a strong result for our client after a three-car collision caused by a driver who ran a red light in downtown Houston. Despite multiple vehicles and competing claims, we pushed the case forward and recovered just shy of the at-fault driver’s policy limits—helping our client move forward with meaningful compensation after a serious crash. Heading 4 18-Wheeler Crash - June 2025 $120,000 Settlement 18 Wheeler multi-car collision, but we secured client a settlement of $120,000 for his injuries. Heading 4 Auto Collision - Jan 2026 $78,000 Settlement Our client was seriously injured when a rideshare driver t-boned her vehicle. We pursued all available insurance coverage and held the delivery driver accountable for the crash. Through strategic negotiation, we secured a $78,000 settlement for our client. Another example of fighting for real results when rideshare companies are involved. Heading 4 Auto Collision - June 2025 $84,000 Settlement We fought for our injured client to receive $84,000 after an auto collision with a negligent driver. Heading 4 Ready to Discuss Your Case? Call us in Sugar Land Call us in The Woodlands Criminal Defense Immigration Personal Injury

Cedillo Law Firm, PLLC is a Texas-based team of passionate trial lawyers dedicated to justice in criminal defense, immigration, and personal injury. Learn our mission and why we fight. Home About Our Attorneys Results Media Room Contact Us Immigration Bonds Deportation Defense Adjustment of Status Marriage Petitions Crimmigration Motions to Reopen MOTIONS TO REOPEN (MTR) CEDILLO LAW FIRM A Motion to Reopen asks the Immigration Judge or BIA to reopen a closed case to consider new facts or evidence that could change the outcome. This is different from a Motion to Reconsider (legal error); Reopen focuses on new evidence , changed circumstances , or lack of proper notice . Common grounds include: Lack of proper notice (wrong address, minor child never properly served, defective notice, etc.) Changed country conditions supporting asylum, withholding, or CAT New eligibility for relief, such as marriage to a U.S. citizen, approved I-130, or new hardship evidence Ineffective assistance of prior counsel (also known as a Lozada claim) Extraordinary circumstances that prevented attendance or filing New documents that were not available at the time of the original hearing A successful MTR does more than reopen a case—it restores hope. What is a Motion to Reopen? When the immigration system closes a case, it doesn’t always end the story. A denied asylum claim, an in-absentia removal order, a closed marriage-based petition, or an old voluntary departure order can often be revisited, corrected, or re-litigated —if the right legal strategy is used. That strategy begins with a Motion to Reopen. At Cedillo Law Firm, our immigration attorneys represent clients throughout Houston, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, and all of Texas in complex motion practice before the Immigration Court, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and in certain cases, USCIS. Motions to Reopen are technical, deadline-driven, and evidence-heavy, and they demand attorneys who understand the full procedural landscape. That is exactly where we excel. Our Approach: Building a Winning Motion to Reopen Cedillo Law Firm’s immigration team handles MTRs every week. We know what each jurisdiction, immigration judge (IJ), and BIA panel expects, and we tailor our filings to meet those expectations. 1. Detailed Case Audit & Strategy Session We begin by performing a line-by-line review of your entire immigration history: Past applications Notices served Hearing recordings and transcripts Prior attorney performance Criminal or border encounters Country conditions at the time of the original ruling This audit allows us to identify every viable reopening pathway, even when the case looks impossible on paper. 2. Evidence Development & Story Reconstruction Winning motions require more than a legal argument—they require documentation and narrative clarity. We assist with gathering and drafting: Affidavits Medical, psychological, or hardship evidence Expert declarations Country condition evidence Proof of lack of notice Marriage or family-based evidence New eligibility evidence (I-130, I-212, I-601, etc.) We present these materials in a compelling, professionally organized packet that immigration courts respect. 3. Lozada-Compliant Ineffective Assistance Claims Many cases are reopened because prior attorneys made serious mistakes. We regularly prepare Lozada-compliant filings, ensuring: Ethical notice to prior counsel Detailed affidavit outlining the errors Proof of resulting prejudice Documentation supporting the client’s testimony This area requires precision. We do not cut corners. 4. Strategic Filing With the Court or BIA We file with the correct venue, select the strongest avenue for reopening, and present the case in a way that maximizes deliverability: EOIR Motions Portal for Immigration Court cases ECAS for BIA filings Accompanying fee waivers or fee payments Proper service and certification Every page meets technical requirements, reducing delays and RFEs. 5. Follow-Through and Advocacy Once filed, we: Track the docket Respond to court requests Communicate with DHS counsel when necessary Prepare for the reopened proceedings (bond hearing, merits hearing, or adjustment filing) Our clients never feel “lost in the system.” Why Clients Across Houston, Sugar Land & The Woodlands Trust Us With MTRs Cedillo Law Firm has built a reputation for advanced motion practice—the type of work that requires deep immigration knowledge, courtroom experience, and the ability to rehabilitate even the most complex histories. Clients and referring attorneys rely on us because: Experience With Tough Cases We handle MTRs involving: In-absentia deportation orders Old removal orders from the 1990s and early 2000s Clients who entered as minors and never received proper notice Failed asylum claims Prior denials from the Houston, Conroe, or Pearland courts Mixed criminal/immigration histories (crimmigration) Courtroom and Litigation Strength Our firm is known throughout Houston, Sugar Land, and The Woodlands for being trial-ready, motion-ready, and appeal-ready. Immigration Judges know our filings are clean, ethical, and legally sound. Meticulous Packet Preparation Our motions are not thrown together. They are attorney-reviewed, exhibit-indexed, paginated, and supported with clear argumentation that reflects the seriousness of your case. Compassion + Precision We understand what reopening a case means. For many clients, this is the difference between Deportation and relief Family separation and reunification Uncertainty and lawful status We treat every motion like the life-changing opportunity it is. Every page matters because every family matters. Motions to Reopen at the BIA BIA motions have stricter standards and shorter deadlines. We handle: 30-day post-decision motions Sua sponte reopening requests Late filings supported by equitable tolling Renewed asylum claims based on new threats Reopening for new I-130 or hardship evidence We tailor every BIA filing to the precedents and procedural posture of that specific case. Equitable Tolling & Sua Sponte Reopening Even when the filing deadline has passed, we assess whether: Your case qualifies for equitable tolling (extraordinary circumstances + due diligence) The IJ or BIA should reopen sua sponte, in the interests of justice or based on fundamental fairness These arguments require sophisticated briefing and a strong command of immigration precedent. Our team prepares these with the detail and professionalism required for success. Ready to Reopen Your Immigration Case? A Motion to Reopen may be the lifeline your case needs. Whether you are in Houston, Sugar Land, The Woodlands, Richmond, Rosenberg, Katy, or anywhere in Texas, Cedillo Law Firm is ready to evaluate your history, build your evidence, and fight to reopen your case. Cedillo Law Firm – Immigration Attorneys 📍 Sugar Land | 📍 The Woodlands 📞 281-277-0098 | 281-323-4345 When immigration doors close, we know how to open them again. Ready to Discuss Your Case? 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