Finding out a loved one has been taken into ICE custody is one of the most overwhelming moments a family can go through. The fear, the confusion, the not knowing what happens next: it’s a lot to carry. If you’re searching for an ICE detainee lawyer on Long Island, you’ve already taken the most important first step. At The Law Office of Cristea & Tatti, we work with detained immigrants and their families across Long Island, helping them understand their rights, challenge unlawful detentions, and build the strongest possible case for release and protection. We know the system, we know the courts, and most importantly, we know what it takes to fight for people in these situations.
Being detained by ICE doesn’t mean someone has lost all their rights. Even in custody, people have the right to speak with an attorney, the right to a hearing before an immigration judge, and in many cases, the right to apply for bond and be released while their case moves forward.
What happens right after an ICE arrest matters enormously:
ICE issues a Notice to Appear (NTA), which formally begins removal proceedings
The person is placed in a detention facility, sometimes far from family
A bond hearing may be requested, depending on the person’s background
If no attorney steps in quickly, the case can move toward removal with little resistance
The government has lawyers working these cases every single day. Your family member deserves the same: someone in their corner who knows the law and won’t back down. That’s what The Law Office of Cristea & Tatti is here to do.
As your ICE detainee lawyer on Long Island, we take a hands-on, thorough approach to every case. No two situations are exactly alike, and we treat them that way.
Emergency Bond Hearings: Getting your loved one out of detention is often the priority. We prepare detailed bond packages: covering family ties, employment records, community involvement, and immigration history, and present a compelling case to the immigration judge for the lowest bond possible or release without bond.
Habeas Petitions to Challenge Unlawful Detention: If someone is being held without proper legal authority, past the point when they should have been released, or based on an unlawful arrest, we can file a habeas petition in federal court to directly challenge that detention. This is a powerful and underused tool that can force the government to justify why someone is still being held.
Stays of Removal: When a deportation order is already in place, we can file an I-246 Stay of Removal to pause deportation while we pursue other relief. This can be the difference between a family being torn apart and staying together long enough to find a real solution.
Motions to Reopen: If someone was ordered removed after missing a court date, or without a real opportunity to defend themselves, we can file a Motion to Reopen to bring the case back before a judge. Acting quickly here is critical: deadlines apply, and they can be strict.
Asylum and Protection Claims. Many people who end up in ICE custody have genuine fears of returning to their home countries. As experienced asylum attorneys, we assess whether our clients qualify for asylum, withholding of removal, or Convention Against Torture protection, and we file those claims without delay.
Court Representation and Appeals: We appear in immigration court alongside our clients and handle appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals when necessary. Our court representation and appeals practice is built around aggressive, well-prepared advocacy.
An ICE detention case often touches many parts of a family’s life at once. The detained person may have a spouse waiting on a visa, a child caught in an uncertain status, or a work permit about to expire. At The Law Office of Cristea & Tatti, we handle the full picture:
We don’t just handle your immediate crisis. We help you build a stable path forward.
There are a lot of immigration attorneys out there. Here’s why families in Suffolk County, Nassau County, and across Long Island keep turning to us:
We Move Fast When It Counts: Detention cases have tight timelines. We don’t sit on cases or put families in a queue. When someone calls us about a detained family member, we start working that same day.
Deep Roots in the Long Island Community: Our offices in Hauppauge and Coram put us right in the middle of the communities we serve. We know the local courts, the local procedures, and the people who live here. We’re not a faraway firm: we’re your neighbors.
Bilingual and Multicultural Service: We offer legal services in English and Spanish, with interpreters available in more than 10 languages. Every client deserves to fully understand what’s happening in their case: in the language they’re most comfortable in.
30+ Years of Combined Experience: Our attorneys have helped more than 2,000 clients through complex immigration matters. We bring that depth of knowledge into every new case: reading situations quickly, spotting opportunities others might miss, and giving clients honest, realistic guidance.
We Handle Criminal and Immigration Law Together: Because criminal charges can have devastating immigration consequences, having a firm that understands both areas of law is a real advantage. We look at the full legal picture and build strategies that protect our clients on every front.
Acting quickly makes a real difference in these cases. Here’s what to do right now:
Stay calm and gather information: write down everything you know about the arrest: when, where, which agencies were involved
Do not let your loved one sign anything: voluntary departure or removal agreements can close off future legal options
Find out where they’re being held: ask ICE or call the ICE detainee locator at 1-888-351-4024
Call an attorney immediately: the sooner we get involved, the more we can do
You can reach us at our Hauppauge office at +1-646-340-8120 or our Coram location at +1-631-320-7949. You can also contact us online anytime. We offer free initial consultations and are ready to help.
You Don’t Have to Face This Alone: We’re Ready to Help
ICE detention is scary, but it’s not the end of the road. With the right legal team working on our case, there are real options available. The Law Office of Cristea & Tatti has stood with Long Island families through some of their hardest moments, and we’re ready to stand with yours.
Call us today. Don’t wait.
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You can use ICE’s online detainee locator at ice.gov or call 1-888-351-4024. Once you know where they’re being held, call us right away so we can begin working on a bond hearing and reviewing the details of the case.
Yes: many detainees are eligible for bond and can be released while their case is pending. The key is requesting a bond hearing quickly and presenting strong evidence to the judge. Our attorneys build thorough bond packages designed to show why release is appropriate.
A clean criminal record is a strong factor in favor of bond and release, but ICE can still detain someone based on their immigration status alone. Having an attorney on your side significantly increases the chances of securing release and of building a strong defense against removal.
Not necessarily. Depending on the circumstances, we may be able to file a Stay of Removal, a Motion to Reopen, or an asylum application that halts deportation and gives the case a fresh look. Time is critical: please don’t wait to call.
Having U.S. citizen children does not automatically prevent deportation, but it is a significant factor that an immigration judge can consider. It may support a request for cancellation of removal or other forms of relief. An experienced ICE detainee lawyer on Long Island can evaluate whether this and other factors apply to your case.
At The Law Office of Cristea & Tatti, we’re committed to providing trusted legal guidance with compassion, integrity, and expertise. Whether you’re seeking help with a family matter, immigration issue, or another legal concern, our team is here to support you every step of the way.
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