For immigration attorneys
Psychological Evaluations, Depositions and Expert Testimony for Immigration Cases
Filing-ready reports signed by Dr. Gustavo R. Benejam, Psy.D., in 7 days, with priority delivery in 48–72 or 24 hours. We contact and schedule your client, so your office does not have to.
- Licensed clinical psychologist
- PSYPACT telepsychology authorization
- English · Spanish · Portuguese
Why attorneys refer
A partner your office can rely on
Dates you can plan around
Tell us the filing or hearing date and we schedule backwards from it.
Written to the legal standard
Each report addresses the criteria applied to that form of relief.
Less work for your staff
We call your client, explain the process in their language and confirm the appointment.
Support after filing
Corrections of factual errors, RFE support and testimony at the hearing.
Three services
Evaluations, depositions and testimony in one place
Psychological evaluations
Forensic clinical interview, standardized testing and a written report prepared for USCIS or the Immigration Court.
Depositions
Dr. Benejam answers questions about his evaluation, methods and conclusions. Send the case caption and the requested date.
Expert testimony
In person or by video before the Immigration Court and other tribunals.
Evaluations by form of relief
The evaluation your case needs
T visa
Impact of trafficking, coercion and fear of retaliation.
Learn more I-360VAWA
Battery or extreme cruelty and its effects on the self-petitioner.
Learn more I-918U visa
Substantial mental abuse resulting from the qualifying crime.
Learn more I-589Asylum, withholding and CAT
Trauma consistent with the persecution described.
Learn more I-601 / I-601AExtreme hardship waiver
Hardship to the qualifying relative in separation and relocation.
Learn more EOIR-42BCancellation of removal
Exceptional and extremely unusual hardship to qualifying relatives.
Learn more N-648Disability exception
Support for applicants who cannot meet the English and civics requirements.
Learn more I-751Waiver of joint filing
Abuse or extreme cruelty in the marriage and its consequences.
Learn more I-130 / I-129FAdam Walsh Act waiver
Risk assessment for petitioners with a qualifying conviction.
Learn moreThe report
What your client’s report includes
- Relevant history and reason for referral
- Clinical interview by Dr. Benejam’s team, reviewed by him
- Standardized psychological instruments and results
- Mental status examination
- DSM-5-TR diagnostic impressions
- Findings tied to the legal criteria of the relief
- Dr. Benejam’s signature and credentials
Evaluations are independent and objective: the report states what the evaluation found.
How it works
From referral to signed report
- 1
Send the referral
Use the form below, text or call.
- 2
We contact your client
And schedule the evaluation.
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Evaluation
In person or by video.
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Signed report
To your client and, with written authorization, to you.
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We stay available
Corrections, RFE support, depositions and testimony.
Questions attorneys ask
Frequently asked questions
Do you contact my client, or does my office need to schedule?
We contact your client directly, explain the process in their language and schedule the appointment. You receive a confirmation.
Can you meet a filing or hearing deadline?
Yes, in most cases. Standard delivery is 7 days, and priority delivery is available in 48–72 hours or 24 hours. Include the deadline in the referral.
Will Dr. Benejam testify or give a deposition?
Yes. He testifies in person or by video about evaluations he has signed, and he is available for depositions. Contact the office with the case caption and the requested date.
Who receives the report?
Your client receives the report. It is sent to your office as well once your client authorizes it in writing.
What documents should my client provide?
The client’s declaration, if one exists, plus any medical or psychological records, police reports and prior decisions. You can also send them to us directly.
Is a video evaluation accepted?
Video evaluations follow the same clinical procedures as in-person evaluations, and the report states the method used.
Does my client need an interpreter?
Not for English, Spanish or Portuguese. For other languages, the client may bring a qualified interpreter.
Can the firm pay for the evaluation?
Yes. The evaluation can be paid by the client or invoiced to the firm.
Refer a client
Send us your client’s information
Complete the attorney and client details below. We contact your client, schedule the evaluation and confirm with your office. You can also text (305) 981-6434.