Removal Defense Mentorship
Your Clients Deserve More Than Guesswork.
Learn How to Confidently Lead Even the Toughest Removal Defense Cases — Live With Veronica Cárdenas.
Removal Defense Has Changed, So Should Your Strategy.
Learn how top attorneys are adapting to today's fast-changing system, with Veronica Cárdenas as your mentor.
Outdated strategies won’t cut it in today’s immigration court.
This mentorship helps you adapt to policy shifts, push back on unlawful enforcement, and win with courtroom-tested strategy, even when the law changes overnight.
COURSE OVERVIEW
Week 1: Jurisdiction, Strategy, and Advocacy Frameworks
Week 2: Cancellation of Removal + VAWA Specifics
Week 3: Adjustment of Status, Fraud + Moral Character
Week 4: Expedited Removal + Habeas Basics
Week 5: FOIA, Bonds, and Detained Client Strategy
Week 6: Misrepresentation + Criminal Conviction Relief
Week 7: Advanced Removal Defense + TPS, Parole + Dismissals
Week 8: I-485, Consular Processing + Waivers
Week 9: Motions to Reopen, Suppress + Build the Record
Week 10: Live Case Strategy Lab + Final Q&A (BONUS)
What You’ll Learn Inside This Mentorship:
How to challenge unlawful removal orders and spot procedural errors early
Strategies for cancellation of removal, VAWA, asylum, and adjustment of status
The legal standards for fraud, misrepresentation, and criminal bars
Best practices for filing motions to reopen and suppress — with real samples
How to navigate USCIS vs EOIR jurisdiction (including 245(i), J-1s, crewmen)
Tools for working with detained clients — from FOIA requests to bond prep
A full breakdown of habeas corpus fundamentals and advanced usage
Deep dives into cases like Maldonado Bautista, Matter of Hurtado, and QI Li
Case strategy for SIJS, TPS, unlawful presence bars, and waiver pathways
Real-time coaching on your live caseload — and how to argue your next case with confidence
What You Get Inside the Removal Defense Course
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Courtroom Confidence
Master the courtroom flow—from filings to final arguments—so you can show up with clarity and control.
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Real-World Legal Strategy
Learn practical tactics used by a former ICE prosecutor to build stronger removal defense cases.
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Done-for-You Templates
Access motions, briefs, and supporting docs you can plug into real client work without starting from scratch.
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Mentorship That Matters
Get guidance from someone who’s lived both sides of the immigration system—and actually cares about your growth.
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A Supportive Legal Community
You don’t have to go it alone—connect with like-minded attorneys who get the work and the mission.
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CLE Credit Eligibility
Earn credits while building real skills you’ll actually use in court (because this isn’t just theory—it’s practice).
MEET YOUR MENTOR
VERONICA CARDENAS
First-Generation Latina. Former Immigration Prosecutor. Your Immigration Law Mentor.
I’m Veronica, a lawyer, mentor, and former immigration prosecutor but above all, I’m someone who understands the real impact of immigration law.
As the proud daughter of immigrants, I know firsthand how overwhelming the legal process can be. I also know a green card isn’t just a document it’s the key to transforming a family’s future for generations to come.
That’s why I founded Humanigration, to empower immigration attorneys with the tools, confidence, and clarity to serve their clients at the highest level.
My mission is simple: to demystify immigration law through practical education, mentorship, and community. Whether you’re just starting out or have years of courtroom experience, you deserve real-world resources that help you advocate with confidence and compassion.
Let’s master the system together. I’ll be rooting for you every step of the way.
SAVE YOUR SEAT
Live Cohort – Starts February 6, 2026 Led by Former Immigration Prosecutor, Veronica Cardenas Removal defense training led by former immigration prosecutor Veronica Cardenas. Includes weekly 1-hour sessions with replays, office hours, templates, motion samples, and a private digital community for nationwide networking. Gain real-world, court-tested strategies to handle asylum, bond, NTAs, and detention cases with confidence, clarity, and compassion.
Live Cohort – Starts February 6, 2026 Led by Former Immigration Prosecutor, Veronica Cardenas Removal defense training led by former immigration prosecutor Veronica Cardenas. Includes weekly 1-hour sessions with replays, office hours, templates, motion samples, and a private digital community for nationwide networking. Gain real-world, court-tested strategies to handle asylum, bond, NTAs, and detention cases with confidence, clarity, and compassion.
Student Testimonials
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“I highly recommend Humanigration, especially those looking to strengthen their advocacy in complex removal cases. The practical, in-depth training offered by Attorney Veronica Cardenas is invaluable. Her expertise and the real-world application of strategies discussed make this course stand out from others in the field.”
— Luana Morine, Immigration Attorney
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“It’s been a game-changer for my practice. Veronica walked us through everything. One of the things I loved most about the program was the group dynamic. It felt like a real community where we were all learning and growing together.”
— Carlos Buskievicz, Immigration Attorney
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“It was wonderful to learn so many tips and best practices for my cases, and it was also great to meet other people, other immigration attorneys who are dealing with very similar issues that I deal with. Veronica was great and was very, very helpful with cases that I was actively handling!”
— Paola Orellana, Immigration Attorney
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“Humanigration gave me the confidence and clarity I needed to represent clients in removal proceedings. The program was highly interactive, and Veronica explained complex legal details with both accuracy and simplicity. I feel more prepared, more strategic, and more confident in my advocacy.”
— Amani Haddad, Immigration Attorney
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“Humanigration strengthened my legal strategy and gave me clarity and confidence in removal defense.
The real case examples, practical insights, and strategic thinking helped me approach cases from multiple angles. The training was thoughtful, human, and deeply grounded in real-world practice — I now feel more prepared and confident advocating for my clients.
— Katerina Kostina, Immigration Attorney
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“This training gave me clarity, confidence, and practical tools I could apply immediately.
Veronica explains complex immigration concepts in a clear, approachable way and brings real cases into the room. The course exceeded my expectations and made me feel more prepared, supported, and confident handling cases in practice.”
— Mahek Shah, Immigration Attorney
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“Humanigration gave me greater confidence and clarity in approaching complex removal cases. The training is practical, strategic, and deeply supportive. Learning directly from Veronica, alongside a collaborative community, strengthened my legal approach and helped me think more critically and effectively in real cases.”
— Immigration Attorney
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. This training is designed for licensed U.S. attorneys with an active bar status. While you do not need to be a habeas expert, participants should have prior experience in immigration law or removal defense and a working understanding of detention, constitutional principles, and federal court practice.
This is an advanced, practice-focused training and is not intended for law students, non-attorneys, or individuals without active bar membership.
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Yes, this 2-day training is fully interactive, with sessions led by Veronica Cardenas.
All sessions are recorded, so you can revisit the content.
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Yes! We offer CLE credit eligibility, depending on your state. After enrollment, we’ll provide details on how to apply for your credits based on your bar’s requirements.
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Yes, private 1:1 mentorship with Veronica Cardenas is available as an exclusive upgrade for members who have been part of the Humanigration community for at least 1 month. This premium-level support is designed for attorneys who want deeper, personalized guidance on case strategy, practice growth, or leadership.
Space is limited and spots are reviewed on a rolling basis.
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The live sessions are 75 minutes once a week, plus optional time to review templates, complete exercises, or ask follow-up questions in the community chat. Most attorneys spend about 2–3 hours per week total.
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You’ll have 30-day replay access after each live class, so you can catch up or rewatch anything you missed. The Telegram group also stays open for questions between sessions.
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Yes, many past participants submitted this for firm reimbursement or continuing education stipends. We’ll send a detailed invoice after purchase if you need one.