Don’t Fall Prey to Scammers Pretending to Be Immigration Lawyers

Non-citizens seeking legal assistance often turn to social media. Unfortunately, many scammers are using AI to help them impersonate attorneys on Facebook or Instagram. These scammers take innocent people’s money and leave them in a lurch. To receive the legal assistance you need, contact The Law Office of Jason M. Sullivan, PLLC, today. Our firm is dedicated 100% to immigration law, and we can meet for a private consultation.

Scammers Thrive on Social Media

The Trump Administration’s crackdown on immigration has created tremendous fear in the immigrant community. Many people already in the U.S. are wondering about the status of their cases, or whether they might end up deported. The recent termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for many people staying in the U.S. has only added to the stress.

Unfortunately, many scammers are using AI to pretend to be immigration lawyers. They might steal a legitimate lawyer’s identity, including their photo and contact information, and then use them on social media. Unsuspecting immigrants reach out to the scammer, wrongly believing they are legitimate attorneys.

Some scammers even go so far as to stage fake immigration hearings. They use AI to create the illusion that a judge is hearing a case remotely via Zoom. The ripped-off immigrant believes they have had their day in court and waits patiently for a decision after paying thousands of dollars for legal help. Only too late do they realize they have been scammed.

How to Detect Fraudulent Websites

Identifying fake lawyer websites is more challenging, given the sophisticated use of AI. We recommend that anyone seeking legal counsel do the following:

• Avoid links on social media, including Facebook, WhatsApp, or Instagram. These links might lead you to a fake website. You can trust Google search results since it is harder for scammers to get fake profiles listed on Google.
• Be suspicious if the lawyer has two completely unrelated websites. One might be fake and the work of a scammer.
• Try to meet in person. This is a good way to confirm the person you are meeting with is a real lawyer. They should look like their photo on their website.
• Never hire someone who promises a particular result. That is unethical. A lawyer can discuss your odds of success, but they shouldn’t promise you will win an immigration benefit. Many scammers “guarantee” results, which is a huge red flag.
• Trust your instincts. If something doesn’t feel right, then you might be scammed. A lawyer who charges an enormous amount upfront (such as $20,000) could be illegitimate.

Some victims of scammers are afraid to report the criminal, because they fear tipping off their location to ICE. This is a legitimate concern. However, you should still consider calling local law enforcement or your state’s Attorney General. They can investigate and remove the scammer’s profile online. Each month, thousands of fake profiles are removed from the internet.

Contact a Real Immigration Lawyer Today

Attorney Jason Sullilvan has practiced immigration law for over two decades. His firm is committed to providing the highest level of service to his clients in a variety of immigration matters, including family-based immigration and citizenship. Reach out to speak with a Portsmouth, New Hampshire or Miami, Florida immigration lawyer.

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