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Kelly M. Chicas

Kelly M. Chicas

Chicas Law Group

About Kelly M. Chicas

Kelly M. Chicas has devoted her legal career exclusively to immigration law, gaining extensive experience in a broad range of areas. Her expertise includes deportation defense, such as cancellation of removal, 212(c) and 212(h) waivers for crimes, de novo TPS claims, and bond hearings. She also handles family-based immigration, including adjustment of status and consular processing, as well as visas for immigrant survivors of domestic violence and crime victims.

Ms. Chicas is skilled in obtaining waivers for fraud, crimes, health-related bars, and prior deportations. Her practice further encompasses citizenship and naturalization, nonimmigrant visas, asylum, NACARA, and humanitarian relief, including temporary protected status and parole. She has successfully represented clients in complex cases before the Immigration Courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and various U.S. consulates and embassies.

Ms. Chicas holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Spanish and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in English from Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio, and a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Case Western Reserve University School of Law in Cleveland, Ohio. Her international perspective was enriched by studying abroad in Toledo, Spain.

Her passion for immigration law was ignited while working as an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher at a non-profit assisting the immigrant and refugee community in northeast Ohio. During law school, she further pursued her interest by working at a prominent employment-based immigration law firm and a non-profit organization aiding migrant and seasonal farmworkers in southwest Michigan.

Ms. Chicas began her legal career in 2006 at a bustling immigration law firm in Miami, Florida. In 2007, she joined an immigration law firm in Dallas, Texas, where she contributed to expanding and developing the firm's practice. Prior to her current role, she was affiliated with the Law Offices of Michael G. Matthews.

The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.

Practice Areas

Car Accidents
Personal Injury

South Carolina Car Accident Laws

Understanding South Carolina's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:

Statute of Limitations

3 years

Time limit to file a claim

Negligence Rule

modified comparative fault (51%)

How fault is determined

Min. Insurance (BI/PD)

$25K/$50K/$25K

Per person/per accident/property

Insurance System

At-Fault

At-fault driver's insurance pays

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas of immigration law does Kelly M. Chicas specialize in?

Kelly M. Chicas specializes in deportation defense, family-based immigration, visas for crime victims, waivers, citizenship, and humanitarian relief.

What is Kelly M. Chicas's educational background?

She holds a B.A. in Spanish and a B.A. in English from Ohio State University, and a J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law.

Where did Kelly M. Chicas begin her legal career?

She started her legal career at an immigration law firm in Miami, Florida, in 2006.

What sparked Kelly M. Chicas's interest in immigration law?

Her interest was sparked while working as an ESL teacher at a non-profit organization assisting immigrants and refugees.

Contact Information

1171 Market Street Suite 201 Fort Mill SC 29708
Clover, SC
8035267877 Visit Website

Need Legal Help?

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After an Accident

  1. 1Seek immediate medical attention
  2. 2Document the scene & gather evidence
  3. 3File a police report
  4. 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
  5. 5Contact Kelly for a free case review

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