Minneapolis Deportation Defense Lawyer

Deportation Defense Attorney in Minneapolis, MN

Deportation is one of the most frightening scenarios an immigrant can face in Minneapolis. If you or a loved one is currently facing forcible removal from the county, it’s crucial to seek legal intervention quickly. A Minneapolis deportation defense lawyer from Santana Law, PLLC, can protect your rights, defend you during proceedings, and help you identify the right legal path forward.

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About Santana Law, PLLC

Santana Law, PLLC, is dedicated to serving residents throughout Minnesota, from Bloomington and Edina to across the Twin Cities. Founding attorney Ronnie Santana is a former prosecutor with years of extensive experience handling immigration, criminal, and family law cases. He is bilingual, offering services in Spanish and extending his knowledge to families throughout the state. If you’re facing potential deportation, don’t wait to see how Ronnie Santana can help.

Overview of Deportation Cases in Minnesota

Deportation cases affect thousands of people across the country. As of January 2026, the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) had 70,766 people in detention nationwide. Of those held by ICE, 74.2% had no criminal record or completed their sentence. During Operation Metro Surge, ICE made roughly 4,000 immigration-related arrests over 65 days in Minnesota.

Deportation cases occur when someone living in the United States who is foreign-born may be forcibly removed from the country. United States Code Section 1227 details the grounds under which someone may be deported. However, not all deportation cases have the proper legal grounds. Several legal reasons an individual may be deported include:

• Criminal Charges. Someone may be deported if they are convicted of certain crimes, including aggravated felonies, drug-related crimes, firearm offenses, domestic violence, and crimes of moral turpitude such as fraud or theft.
• Unlawful Presence. A person residing in Minnesota without official, lawful permission may be removed from the country.
• Visa Issues. Missed deadlines, procedural errors, or not meeting your visa’s terms can lead to a deportation case.
• Documentation Fraud. Visas and immigration applications that utilize misrepresented or fraudulent information can cause deportation.
• Security Concerns. Allegations of terrorist association, espionage, and other national safety concerns can result in forcible removal.

Minnesota deportation cases are typically handled at the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building, located at 1 Federal Drive, Fort Snelling, MN 55111.

Meet Our Attorneys

Ronnie Santana

Managing Partner

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Ronnie Santana is a dedicated and dynamic attorney based in the Twin Cities, serving clients in criminal defense matters. With a robust legal background that spans prosecution, defense, and diverse civil litigation, Ronnie offers a unique and well-rounded perspective, ensuring...

John Ogden Arnold

Partner

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John Ogden Arnold is a bilingual immigration attorney with a proven track record of achieving successful outcomes across the full spectrum of immigration law. His practice spans family-based, humanitarian, and employment-based immigration matters, including I-130 petitions, adjustment of status, waivers,...

Evangeline Dhawan-Maloney

Partner

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Evangeline Dhawan-Maloney is an experienced and tenacious immigration attorney, who has dedicated her legal career to protecting the rights of immigrants. Evangeline has years of experience handling many types of immigration cases, including removal defense, asylum, family-based petitions, U and...

Why You Should Hire a Deportation Defense Lawyer in Minneapolis

Deportation is a life-altering event that can bar you from returning to the United States for 5, 10, or even 20 years. You should hire a deportation defense lawyer in Minneapolis to guide you through this chaotic period. Your Minneapolis deportation defense attorney can advocate for you throughout all stages of your proceedings, working to protect your rights and residency. A few ways Santana Law, PLLC, can assist you include:

• Exploring your potential legal options
• Building your defense
• Collecting evidence that counters alleged criminal acts
• Evaluating the case against you to highlight procedural errors or faulty reasoning
• Representing you in all court appearances
• Appealing a removal order while you’re still in the country

Speak With a Minneapolis Deportation Defense Attorney Today

Santana Law, PLLC, knows how frightening deportation can be. That’s why Ronnie Santana works tirelessly to provide compassionate, tailored, and thorough legal representation to those who need it most. Contact the firm today to schedule a consultation. You can also visit our Edina office, located on 77th Street, north of I-494, and south of Lake Edina.