IMMIGRATION HARDSHIP EVALUATIONS · I-601 / I-601A
Immigration Hardship Evaluations for Children & Families
Extreme hardship, asylum, and cancellation of removal evaluations that document what separation or relocation would really cost a child. I work directly with immigration attorneys, with a specialized focus on children, families, and developmental disorders.
MY FOCUS
The developmental cost of separation, documented clearly.
I evaluate children, parents, and relatives with developmental delays or neurodevelopmental conditions, and I assess the risk of regression if a child is separated from a caregiver or relocated, including the loss of IEP supports, therapy, and medical care, and the emotional or behavioral decline that can follow.
WHAT I DOCUMENT
Evidence a judge or officer can act on.
Risk of developmental & emotional regression
How separation or relocation is likely to affect a child's developmental trajectory, based on their specific history and needs.
Loss of IEP supports, therapy & medical continuity
What is in place today, and what disruption would mean for that support.
Behavioral & emotional decline tied to separation
Clinical evidence connecting caregiver separation to observable behavioral and emotional changes.
The attachment & family dynamics at stake
A clear account of this child's bond with this caregiver, the detail that makes a hardship case concrete.
CASE TYPES
Filings I support.
Extreme Hardship Waivers (I-601 / I-601A)
Evaluations documenting the hardship a qualifying relative would face.
Asylum Claims
Clinical evaluations supporting the psychological dimension of an asylum case.
Cancellation of Removal
Evaluations documenting exceptional and extremely unusual hardship to a qualifying child.
Let's talk about your case.
Book a free 15-minute consultation, for families or for attorneys.
FAQ
What is a hardship evaluation?
A clinical assessment documenting the psychological, developmental, and functional impact that separation or relocation would have on a child or family member, used to support a legal filing.
How long does the process take?
Timelines vary by case complexity and filing deadline. I coordinate with your attorney's timeline whenever possible.
Do you work with immigration attorneys?
Yes. I regularly coordinate with attorneys so the evaluation addresses exactly what the filing needs.
Are virtual evaluations available?
Yes. Evaluations are held virtually for clients in New York and Florida.