Robert J. McWhirter
Immigration attorney · Phoenix, AZ · Admitted Arizona 1988
About this attorney
Robert J. McWhirter is a preeminent criminal defense and constitutional law attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, with more than 30 years of legal experience. He represents individuals across municipal, state, and federal courts facing complex legal challenges. His practice spans serious felony defense, DUI/DWI proceedings, appellate advocacy, and the intricate intersection of criminal law and immigration matters.
Mr. McWhirter earned his Juris Doctor from the Arizona State University Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law in 1988 after completing his undergraduate studies at Arizona State University. His distinguished career includes nearly two decades of service as an Assistant Federal Public Defender, leadership as Training Director for the Pima County Public Defender's Office, and serving as Senior Attorney at the Maricopa Legal Defender. A nationally recognized legal scholar, he has authored several authoritative books published by the American Bar Association addressing the Bill of Rights and immigration defense.
Guided by the principle that no case is ever routine, Mr. McWhirter is committed to providing aggressive, personalized advocacy for every client. He approaches each case with meticulous preparation and an unyielding commitment to protecting his clients' constitutional rights throughout every phase of the legal process.
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
Licensing and court practice jurisdictions:
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.
Languages
Languages consultations and case preparations are conducted in:
Consultations
Consultation formats, fee structures, and scheduling terms:
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
Physical office location, remote availability, and jurisdictions served:
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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