Derrick J Hensley
Immigration attorney · Hillsborough, NC · Admitted North Carolina 2011, bar no. Active Registration
About this attorney
Derrick J. Hensley is an experienced attorney based in Hillsborough, North Carolina, specializing in Child Welfare, Family, and Immigration law. With 20 years of experience, he leads his own firm, dedicated to providing comprehensive legal services in these critical areas. Mr. Hensley established his practice with a clear vision: to handle cases that genuinely impact his clients' lives and to consistently uphold the highest professional and ethical standards. His commitment to making a tangible difference for those he represents is a cornerstone of his legal philosophy. He earned his J.D. from North Carolina Central University School of Law in 2011, following his undergraduate studies at Duke University, where he received a B.A. in 2006. This strong educational foundation, combined with his dedication to client advocacy, allows him to navigate complex legal challenges effectively and compassionately.
Throughout their legal career, Derrick has concentrated their practice on complex immigration filings, including green card legal assistance, visitor visa legal assistance, and family. Having graduated from North Carolina Central University School of Law, they bring rigorous statutory analysis, thorough evidentiary documentation, and meticulous case preparation to every client petition before the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and regional Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) immigration courts.
Recognizing that immigration matters are deeply personal and critical to their clients' future, Derrick maintains transparent communication and accessible counsel throughout every stage of the legal process. Their office conducts thorough initial case evaluations, helps clients understand potential risks and timelines, and provides clear, personalized guidance from initial petition submission through interview representation and appellate review.
Matters handled
Practices before USCIS, EOIR immigration courts, and the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA):
Asylum and refugee protection
Green cards
Marriage and family petitions
Work visas
Citizenship and naturalization
Deportation defense
Student visas
Business immigration
Admissions
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Authorized to appear and represent clients before all United States Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), and USCIS administrative interviews nationwide under 8 C.F.R. § 1292.1.
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Consultations
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Initial assessments conducted via secure video conference (Zoom/Meet), telephone, or in-person at the firm office.
Consultation fee is credited directly toward total legal representation fees if you retain the attorney.
Office
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Because United States immigration law is strictly federal, this attorney represents clients living across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and abroad with electronic filings and secure video consultations.
Contact
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