KERA's Think Why immigration lawyers have it so hard
Aug 26, 2025
Tekendra Parmar, a contributing writer and editor at Inc., delves into the tumultuous world of immigration law, revealing the pressures immigration attorneys face due to evolving policies. He discusses the emotional toll on both lawyers and clients in an increasingly hostile environment. Parmar highlights the rise of pro bono efforts and the role of technology in easing legal processes, while also addressing the staggering costs of representation. Through personal stories, he underscores the urgent need for effective legal guidance amid a confusing immigration landscape.
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Author's Personal Immigration Journey
- Tekendra described his own immigration path from student visa to work visa and then legal permanent residency.
- He emphasized he would not have navigated it without his immigration attorney.
Fragmented System Drives Complexity
- U.S. immigration law is fragmented and often changed via executive actions rather than comprehensive reform.
- That patchwork delivery makes the system hard to navigate and slow to adapt to modern needs.
Dysfunction Can Be A Policy Tool
- Some policy actors benefit from a more dysfunctional system because it deters immigration.
- Making processes unbearable can be used as a tool to reduce immigration without changing statutes.