DACA Immigration Attorney in Columbus, Ohio

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At Jay Perez Law, our experienced Ohio-based DACA immigration attorneys are here to help you navigate the complex process of renewing your DACA status, ensuring you can stay in the US for an extended period. Our team understands the unique challenges and uncertainties non-US citizens face, and we are well-versed in Ohio’s immigration laws due to years of experience and expertise. Our team is committed to providing the knowledgeable and compassionate legal guidance you need to fulfill your dream of thriving in the United States. Contact our team of DACA immigration attorneys to renew your DACA status with confidence and peace of mind.

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What is DACA?

On June 15, 2012, President Barack Obama officially announced the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. It provides relief from removal to certain undocumented immigrants and allows them to work legally in the United States. However, individuals must meet a set of criteria to be eligible for deferred action status. Meeting these criteria doesn’t guarantee that a person will be granted deferred action status.

To be eligible for DACA:
  • The individual must have entered the United States before turning 16.
  • The person must be physically present in the U.S. when applying and must have lived continuously in the country since June 15, 2007.
  • The applicant must have been younger than 31 years old on June 15, 2012.
  • The individual must currently be enrolled in school, have graduated from high school, earned a GED, or have been honorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces or Coast Guard.
  • The applicant cannot have a felony conviction, a significant misdemeanor, or three or more misdemeanor convictions.
  • The individual must not present a risk to public safety or national security.

Deferrals are available for 2-year periods, with the option to renew. As of early 2026, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) continues to accept and process renewal requests for individuals who already have or previously held DACA status, but initial (first-time) DACA applications are not currently being processed for approval due to ongoing court orders.>

Read our blog about recent Ohio immigration news to learn more.

Our DACA Immigration Law Services

With over 27 years of immigration law experience, our team of DACA immigration attorneys is well-equipped to handle even the most complex DACA cases. We provide expert legal advice on matters affecting DACA recipients, including:

Ohio Misdemeanor and Felony Traffic Sentencing

Travel restrictions and advance parole

Criminal history and inadmissibility issues

Legal/law enforcement encounters

Employment authorization

Changing immigration policies

And more

4 Common DACA Questions

If you’re considering applying for a DACA renewal, here are a few answers to questions you may have during the process: 

It depends. This is a complex question. Every case and ever personal situation is different. For example, if you are being charged with a minor misdemeanor, then you may not. However, if you are undocumented then you may want to consult with legal counsel, as even minor misdemeanors can have extraordinarily tough immigration consequences. Additionally, for example, custody cases can go from polite to horror in the blink of an eye. Moreover, you may need an attorney to help you navigate the complexities of the immigration process or of the appeal procedures.

There are most certainly matters that can be handled without an attorney. However, if you have any questions about your rights; potential consequences; sentences; questions about procedures and time frames, among other things then you should seek legal advise.

In general, if you find yourself in a legal situation, the best idea is to seek legal advise. We are always forthright when we evaluate a case, even if it’s something that you may not want to hear. Regardless of whether you choose to contact us or someone else make sure you ask questions!

There are most certainly matters that can be handled without an attorney. However, if you have any questions about your rights; potential consequences; sentences; questions about procedures and time frames, among other things then you should seek legal advise.

In general, if you find yourself in a legal situation, the best idea is to seek legal advise. We are always forthright when we evaluate a case, even if it’s something that you may not want to hear. Regardless of whether you choose to contact us or someone else make sure you ask questions!

The short answer is: immediately. Time is always of the essence. In criminal defense matters, having an attorney involved from the very beginning can help mitigate the severity of the charges themselves or the potential sentence in the end.

In divorce, custody and other parental matters, early legal advice and intervention may save thousands of dollars and hours of heartbreak. In immigration matters, early legal advice can stop deportation and in other matters save months, if not years in the legalization process.

We understand that cost is an enormous concern for our clients. Therefore, we offer flat fee rates on our criminal defense matters, immigration matters, bankruptcy, and post conviction matters. This means the client will know exactly what representation for their case will cost regardless of how long it takes or how many trips to court are involved.

We offer this assurance to the client in a time of uncertainty. We accept all forms of payment and if necessary we can set up a payment plan. We also offer flat rate fees for many domestic matters; however, for contested divorces and contested custody matters we require a retainer and charge an hourly fee.

For further questions regarding your specific legal situation, feel free to contact us and schedule a one-on-one consultation with a legal professional.