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Terence G. Hoerman, immigration lawyer in Detroit, MI

Terence G. HoermanTop rated

3.0(5)
Immigration Lawyer at Terence G. Hoerman Esq
Detroit, MI Replies in ~24h English 32 years practicing MI Bar No. P48685
AsylumBusinessCitizenshipEmploymentFamilyInvestmentRemoval DefenseStudent

About Terence

I’m Terence G. Hoerman, an immigration attorney with over 30 years of experience representing individuals in complex immigration matters across New York, Michigan, and Florida. My practice emphasizes deportation defense, bond hearings, motions to reopen, and federal immigration appeals. We can also handle all family related cases.

Throughout my career, I’ve successfully litigated cases in immigration courts nationwide, including at 26 Federal Plaza in New York. I’ve handled high-stakes cases involving prior removal orders, prolonged detention, and situations where relief was previously denied.

I often take on challenging cases that others turn away from. I’ve helped clients reopen immigration proceedings after final orders of removal and guided them toward obtaining lawful permanent residence, even when multiple prior attorneys advised there were no remaining options.

My practice includes representation in the following areas:

- Deportation and removal defense

- Immigration detention and bond hearings

- Writs of Habeas Corpus

- Motions to reopen and reconsider

- Asylum, withholding of removal, and CAT protection

- Appeals before the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA)

- Federal court immigration litigation

- All Family Related Filings

I represent clients in various jurisdictions, including New York City, Detroit (Wayne County), Tampa, and Southwest Florida (Lee and Collier Counties). My work involves regular appearances in both immigration and federal court proceedings.

I’m dedicated to providing strategic, results-oriented representation in complex immigration cases, working closely with clients to uncover legal pathways that others may have overlooked.

Practice areas

Asylum

Affirmative and defensive asylum cases

I-589WithholdingCAT
Business

Corporate immigration and global mobility

E-1E-2TNCompliance
Citizenship

Naturalization and derivative citizenship

N-400N-600
Employment

Work visas, PERM and employment-based green cards

H-1BL-1O-1EB-2EB-3PERM
Family

Spouse, fiancé(e), parent and sibling petitions

I-130K-1I-485AOSGreen Card
Investment

Investor and entrepreneur visas

EB-5E-2L-1A
Removal Defense

Deportation and immigration court defense

NTACancellationBond
Student

F-1, M-1, OPT and STEM extensions

F-1OPTSTEM-OPTM-1

Education

University of Detroit Mercy School of LawJ.D. (1993) · 1993
DePauw UniversityB.A. (1990) · 1990

Bar & associations

Bar license
MI Bar No. P48685
Active & in good standing
American Immigration Lawyers Association
State Bar of Michigan

Professional experience

Attorney · American Immigration Law Center

Awards

Avvo 5 out of 5 Client ReviewAvvo

Client reviews

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V. PetrovaOct 17, 2025

Honest about a weak case

Other lawyers wanted to take my money. They told me to wait six months and refile — and that's exactly what worked.

PS
P. SilvaMar 19, 2026

Won my asylum case after 4 years of waiting

I was nervous after switching from a previous lawyer, but everything went smoothly. They prepared me for every question the judge could ask. Got approved last week — still can't believe it.

ZK
Z. KhanJul 16, 2025

Transparent, calm, and incredibly thorough

Walked me through every step of my I-130. Replied to every email within hours. Worth every dollar.

AM
A. MartinezFeb 12, 2026

Got my H-1B approved on the first try

My company's in-house lawyer dropped the ball, this team picked it up two weeks before deadline and we still got an approval. Lifesavers.

EC
E. ChoOct 17, 2025

EB-5 from start to conditional removal

Two regional center investments, one I-526, one I-829. Smooth.

Frequently asked

A 30-minute video or phone call. We review your situation, identify the best path, outline timelines and costs, and answer your questions. You'll receive a written summary afterwards.

Most cases are flat-fee. Pricing depends on category and complexity, and is shared in writing before you retain.

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