40+ Years of Combined Legal Experience

Michael proudly represents individuals. Mr. Morgan has fought for hundreds of individuals in a wide variety of areas including: asylum; deportation proceedings; motions to reopen; auto accidents; commercial vehicle accidents; felony charges; and misdemeanor charges.

Global Challenge. Tailored Response.

Immigration Applications for Families

  • I-130 Petition for Immigrant Relatives
    Texas Immigration Lawyers

  • I-485 Application for Permanent Resident Status
    Green Card Lawyers

  • N-400 Application for Citizenship
    Immigration and Naturalization Attorneys

  • N-600 Certificate of Citizenship
    Immigration and Citizenship Lawyers

  • I-90 Green Card Renewal
    Texas Green Card Attorneys

What immigration status are you interested in?

  • DACA
    Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals

  • VAWA Petition
    Visa for Victim of Domestic Violence

  • TPS for Venezuelans
    Temporary Protected Status

  • T-Visa Petition
    Visa for Human-Trafficking Victim

  • U-Visa Petition
    Visa for Crime Victim

Immigration Deportation Defense

  • Application for Asylum
    Immigration Court Defense

  • Withholding of Removal
    Immigration Court Proceedings

  • Immigration Bond
    Detained Immigration Court

  • Convention Against Torture (CAT)
    Withholding Only Proceedings

  • Cancellation of Removal
    Immigration Removal Proceedings

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M.A. Morgan & Associates is your immigration law firm of choice for asylum cases in San Antonio and South Texas.

While our firm is based in San Antonio, Texas, our results, reviews, and referrals have attracted clients throughout the United States. As of 2021, our firm has represented clients in immigration courts in over 20 states across the United States, spanning coast to coast.

Lead by founder and managing partner, Michael A. Morgan, our experienced immigration attorneys provide legal counsel for all aspects of the asylum process. Our experience and processes enable our office to represent clients from any country in the world.

If you are detained by immigration authorities, you may be eligible to apply for a bond. Don’t walk into the courtroom alone, as the procedure and documentation can be complex and intimidating. M.A. Morgan & Associates is prepared to stand by your side and fight for your freedom. Bond Eligibility depends on a number of factors including: (1) length of time in the United States; (2) criminal history; (3) ties to the community; and  (4) eligibility for immigration benefits.

Ultimately, the Immigration Judge must determine that you are not a flight risk and you do not pose a danger to the community. For more details on factors impacting immigration bond proceedings, please read the summary provided below.

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Immigration Bond Factors

  • Length of Time in the United States

    A lengthier period of time in the United States tends to support the position that you are a good candidate for bond. For example, an individual who has lived in the United States for 10+ years with no criminal history would not appear to pose a danger to the community nor would such an individual present a flight risk.

  • Criminal History

    Recent arrest history and criminal convictions alike can adversely impact the outcome in bond proceedings. The Immigration Judge will only grant a bond only after determining that you do not pose a danger to the community. Some criminal convictions (e.g. controlled substance offenses) can automatically disqualify you for bond consideration.

  • Ties to the Community

    If you have extensive familial and property ties in the United States, this factor will weigh in your favor when the Immigration Judge considers whether or not you are a flight risk (i.e. your likelihood of attending future court proceedings) should he grant a bond. This factor may also impact your eventual eligibility for immigration benefits, as many immigration benefits require a qualifying family member (e.g. a United States citizen spouse).

  • Eligibility for Immigration Benefits

    If you appear to meet the basic requirements to qualify for an immigration benefit, this factor will weigh in your favor when the Immigration Judge considers your likelihood of attending future court proceedings should he grant a bond. In short, eligibility for immigration benefits depends on some of the following factors: number of “legal” family members in the United States; length of time you have been living in the United States; the method in which you entered the United States; and your criminal history in. In order to determine whether or not you are eligible for immigration benefits, contact our office so that we can devote personal attention to your case.

Don’t walk into the courtroom without an experienced immigration lawyer by your side. Contact M.A. Morgan & Associates for immediate action. [email protected] (210) 955-9855

America is a nation of immigrants. We celebrate our diversity and find strength in the multitude of cultures that we welcome into our country. However, we are also a nation of laws and one mistake can have life-changing consequences for even long-time residents. The final step to truly calling America your home is to become a U.S. citizen through a process known as “naturalization.”

For almost all intents and purposes, citizenship is something that can never be taken from you. This includes all the rights and benefits that U.S. citizens enjoy. In addition to your own personal right to remain in America, you would have a greater ability to help your loved ones to immigrate to or stay in the United States. Your right to vote ensures that your voice is heard and gives you the means to bring about real change in our country.

The journey to enjoying these rights and more is not always an easy one, but we at M.A. Morgan & Associates are here to guide you on your path to U.S. citizenship. While the naturalization process can be more involved than a green card, our firm will help you have the confidence in taking the final step to calling America home.

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, your priority is healing. However, a common pitfall is failing to contact an experienced firm such as M.A. Morgan & Associates as soon as possible. Focus on recovery and allow us to do the rest.

M.A. Morgan & Associates helps victims of negligence obtain the compensation they are entitled to.  If you’ve been injured in an auto accident, you’ve likely already been contacted by the responsible party’s insurance company. Insurance companies typically have a swarm of lawyers defending claims against their insured. Having counseled countless individuals in personal injury matters, M.A. Morgan & Associates stresses 3 simple rules to follow after a car accident:

1) Don’t Speak with the Responsible Party’s Insurance Company: The insurance companies hope to pay you as little as possible and their representatives often pressure you to make a statement, which could have a detrimental impact on your case. Let an experienced attorney at M.A. Morgan & Associates deal with the insurance companies so that you can focus on getting back on your feet.

2) Seek Medical Attention Promptly: Often, the full extent of injurious symptoms do not manifest until several weeks following the collision. Immediately following a car accident, you may feel a lingering soreness which may (or may not) dissipate. Far too often, individuals wait too long, only to find out that their symptoms have worsened. Typically, the longer you wait, the harder the insurance companies will fight to keep funds in their own pockets.

3) Contact an Experienced Attorney Immediately: Upon undertaking representation, M.A. Morgan & Associates will guide you through the gambit of dealings with the insurance companies so that you can focus on recovery. We promise to provide compassionate and personal attention to your needs. Meanwhile, as you work on healing, M.A. Morgan & Associates will fight to maximize your financial recovery.

If you or a loved one has had an accident that was not your fault, contact an experienced and aggressive attorney at M.A. Morgan & Associates  for a free confidential evaluation (210) 955-9855.

In the American justice system, the accused are innocent unless proven guilty—at least that’s how it is supposed to be. If you’ve been charged with a crime, we understand that you may feel overwhelmed because it seems like the entire world is already against you. We also know that sometimes good people make mistakes and believe that it shouldn’t ruin your life.

We are sympathetic to the potential stigma and life-long consequences that may arise from an arrest. For non-citizens, the lasting consequences of a criminal conviction are often exponentially more serious. Our immigration lawyers and criminal defense lawyers will work together to examine the collateral immigration consequences and tailor a plan that meets your particular needs.

Regardless of your background or immigration status, our criminal defense lawyers will fight to protect your constitutional rights and make sure that your voice and story are heard.

In the American justice system, the accused are innocent unless proven guilty—at least that’s how it is supposed to be. If you’ve been charged with a crime, we understand that you may feel overwhelmed because it seems like the entire world is already against you. We also know that sometimes good people make mistakes and believe that it shouldn’t ruin your life.

We are sympathetic to the potential stigma and life-long consequences that may arise from an arrest. For non-citizens, the lasting consequences of a criminal conviction are often exponentially more serious. Our immigration lawyers and criminal defense lawyers will work together to examine the collateral immigration consequences and tailor a plan that meets your particular needs.

Regardless of your background or immigration status, our criminal defense lawyers will fight to protect your constitutional rights and make sure that your voice and story are heard.

The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) presents 2 primary pathways to obtain Lawful Permanent Resident Status (a Green Card):

Pathway 1 – Adjustment of Status: Adjustment of status is an alternate means to obtain a green card without having to  depart the United States. Your Adjustment interview will take place at a local USCIS Field Office inside the United States.

If you are trying to determine whether or not you qualify for a Green Card, we encourage you to carefully review the information  and resources we have provided for your benefit.

USCIS has published detailed guidance on this topic available at Green Card Processes & Procedures.

Pathway 2 – Consular Processing: If you are requesting a Green Card through consular processing, you will eventually be required to depart the United States and attend an immigrant interview at a consulate abroad.

Planning for the Adjustment of Status Pathway:

  1. Review USCIS guidance to determine the Green Card Eligibility Category that most closely resembles your personal circumstances. USCIS offers seven major green card eligibility categories: (1) Family-Based; (2) Employment-Based; (3) Special Immigrant; (4) Refugee/Asylee; (5) Human-Trafficking Victims; (6) Crime Victims; AND (7) Other Immigration Programs.
  2. While the vast majority of applicants file under a family based category, an experienced immigration attorney should help you navigate more nuanced alternatives.
  3. Adhere to the highest standards, as diligent preparation strengthens your case. Don’t withhold facts from your lawyer. Provide your lawyer with all documentation and information as soon as possible, and maintain an organized copy of all records for continued collaboration with our office.

Planning for the Consular Processing Pathway:

  1. The first step in Consular Processing is for your family member or your employer to file an immigration petition identifying you as the immigrant beneficiary.
  2. Upon approval of the immigrant petition referred to in Step 1, you should check the U.S. State Department’s Visa Bulletin Page to see if a visa is available. Visa availability is depends on which*** you full under. If you are unfamiliar with legal lingo, we encourage you to seek advice from an experienced immigration lawyer.
  3. Once an immigrant visa number is available, you  apply at a U.S. Department of State consulate abroad for an immigrant visa in order to come to the United States and be admitted as a lawful permanent resident.

Leaving your home and immigrating to the United States is a big step toward building a better life, but it’s only the first of many. Building a better life entails more than just being in the country−it entails finding and capturing new opportunities once you’ve arrived. Our representation may end when the case is over, but the relationships we build with our clients continue forever. From helping our clients start their job search to finding scholarships for immigrant students, we strive to help our clients turn their hopes into reality.

For additional information, please visit our specific practice areas or contact our office for a complimentary evaluation. [email protected] (210) 955-9855

If you’ve been seriously hurt in an accident, life may feel hopeless. Medical bills are piling up and to make matters worse, your injury has made it difficult or even impossible to work. Even if your insurance helps with these financial costs, it doesn’t take away the physical pain and mental anguish you’ve had to endure because of someone else’s carelessness. Our firm is here to help shine light in the darkness. While most people would prefer that their accident never happened, our personal injury representation can help bring you some sense of peace.

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, your priority is healing. However, a common pitfall is failing to contact an experienced firm such as M.A. Morgan & Associates as soon as possible. Focus on recovery and allow us to do the rest.

M.A. Morgan & Associates helps victims of negligence obtain the compensation they are entitled to.  If you’ve been injured in an auto accident, you’ve likely already been contacted by the responsible party’s insurance company. Insurance companies typically have a swarm of lawyers defending claims against their insured. Having counseled countless individuals in personal injury matters, M.A. Morgan & Associates stresses 3 simple rules to follow after a car accident:

1) Don’t Speak with the Responsible Party’s Insurance Company: The insurance companies hope to pay you as little as possible and their representatives often pressure you to make a statement, which could have a detrimental impact on your case. Let an experienced attorney at M.A. Morgan & Associates deal with the insurance companies so that you can focus on getting back on your feet.

2) Seek Medical Attention Promptly: Often, the full extent of injurious symptoms do not manifest until several weeks following the collision. Immediately following a car accident, you may feel a lingering soreness which may (or may not) dissipate. Far too often, individuals wait too long, only to find out that their symptoms have worsened. Typically, the longer you wait, the harder the insurance companies will fight to keep funds in their own pockets.

3) Contact an Experienced Attorney Immediately: Upon undertaking representation, M.A. Morgan & Associates will guide you through the gambit of dealings with the insurance companies so that you can focus on recovery. We promise to provide compassionate and personal attention to your needs. Meanwhile, as you work on healing, M.A. Morgan & Associates will fight to maximize your financial recovery.

If you or a loved one has had an accident that was not your fault, contact an experienced and aggressive attorney at M.A. Morgan & Associates  for a free confidential evaluation (210) 955-9855.

Eligibility for Employment Authorization

Most people fall under one of three categories of individuals who are eligible to work in the United States.

  • Category 1: You’re among the vast group of individuals who must apply for an employment authorization document in order to work in the U.S (e.g. pending 42B, I-485, and I-589 applicants).
  • Category 2: You’re authorized to work within the U.S. due to your current immigration status (e.g. Asylee).
  • Category 3: You’re authorized to work in the U.S. for a specified employer due to your non-immigrant status (e.g. H-1B Visa Holders).

Questions about how to qualify for a work permit?

Don’t navigate the legal channels alone; speak with our office and entrust an experienced lawyer to guide the way.

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