Cherkaoui & Associates P.L.L.C.

About Cherkaoui & Associates P.L.L.C. — Civil Rights Houston, Texas

Cherkaoui & Associates P.L.L.C. provides civil rights Houston immigrants, injury victims, and consumers depend on through aggressive legal representation at 700 Louisiana Street in downtown Houston. Lead attorney Mehdi Cherkaoui — a recognized Super Lawyer — handles personal injury, immigration, civil litigation, and consumer rights matters in Harris County and across Texas. The firm answers client calls within the hour and maintains close communication throughout every case.

Immigration law is civil rights law. The rights of immigrants in Houston — including asylum seekers, DACA recipients, and individuals facing deportation — are protected by federal statute and constitutional due process. Cherkaoui & Associates handles family and business immigration alongside civil litigation involving consumer fraud under the Texas DTPA, business disputes, and personal injury claims. The firm’s multilingual capability and downtown Houston location make it accessible to a broad cross-section of Harris County’s diverse population. Cases are filed in Harris County courts and, where federal jurisdiction applies, the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas.

What Clients Say

Clients praise Cherkaoui & Associates for responsiveness and for following through on commitments. The firm’s promise to answer calls within the hour is frequently highlighted, as is the personal attention clients receive from Attorney Cherkaoui throughout their cases. Many clients describe the firm as a trustworthy advocate when they had no one else to turn to.

Civil Rights Houston — Practice Areas & Services

• Immigration law — asylum, DACA, deportation defense, and civil rights Houston immigrants deserve in federal immigration court
• Personal injury — car accidents, truck accidents, medical malpractice, and wrongful death in Harris County
• Consumer rights — Texas DTPA claims protecting Houston residents against fraud and deceptive business practices
• Civil litigation — business disputes, fraud, and rights-based claims in Harris County courts
• Civil rights attorneys in Houston providing aggressive representation for diverse communities

Frequently Asked Questions

What civil rights do immigrants have in Houston, Texas?

Immigrants in Houston — regardless of status — have significant constitutional protections. The Fourth Amendment protects against unlawful searches and seizures by immigration agents. The Fifth Amendment guarantees due process in deportation proceedings. The Fourteenth Amendment’s equal protection clause applies to all persons in the United States, not just citizens. Asylum seekers also have statutory rights to apply for protection under the Immigration and Nationality Act.

What is the Texas DTPA and how does it protect Houston consumers?

The Texas Deceptive Trade Practices-Consumer Protection Act prohibits false, misleading, or deceptive business acts. Houston consumers who are harmed by consumer fraud, misrepresentation, or unconscionable conduct can pursue DTPA claims in Harris County courts. Successful plaintiffs may recover actual damages, up to three times actual damages for intentional conduct, and attorney’s fees. The two-year statute of limitations runs from the date of discovery.

What should I do if ICE agents stop me in Houston?

You have the right to remain silent and to refuse consent to search. You do not have to answer questions about your immigration status without an attorney present. If you are detained, you have the right to contact an attorney and, in removal proceedings, the right to a hearing before an immigration judge. Immigration civil rights cases in Houston are handled through the Executive Office for Immigration Review and, when constitutional violations are alleged, in the Southern District of Texas.