San Diego Immigration Attorney

The Law Office of Matthew H. Springmeyer provides experienced criminal defense and immigration law representation across San Diego County and Chula Vista. We specialize in crimmigration—defending non-citizens against DUIs, drug charges, violent crimes, and domestic violence allegations that carry the risk of deportation, visa revocation, or ICE custody.

San Diego Office: 2305 Historic Decatur Rd, Suite 100 • Chula Vista Office: 401 H St, Suite 8B

Practice Areas

Criminal
Defense

DUI

Drug
Charges

Immigration
Law

Asylum

Removal Defense

How Criminal Charges Impact Your Immigration Status in San Diego & Chula

Vista Attorney Matthew Springmeyer specializes in crimmigration—the critical intersection where criminal charges threaten your green card, visa, or lawful immigration status. A conviction or guilty plea for a DUI, drug charge, domestic violence allegation, or violent crime can trigger deportation proceedings, ICE detention, or ineligibility for citizenship.

Our firm builds targeted criminal defense strategies designed specifically to protect your freedom in state court while preserving your legal status under federal immigration law.

Meet Attorney Matthew H. Springmeyer

Selected for inclusion in California’s Super Lawyers Rising Stars list 2018 – 2021

Personalized Attention Throughout Your Case

The outcome of your criminal or immigration law case can significantly impact your daily life and your family’s future. Mr. Springmeyer takes his responsibility as your legal guide seriously. He will work directly with you from your initial meeting until your case’s conclusion.

Strengthen Your Criminal Defense

Defense attorney Springmeyer has experience helping clients fight charges for driving under the influence (DUI); violent crimes, such as assault and battery, murder and robbery; drug charges, including possession of controlled substances, trafficking, conspiracy and possession with intent to distribute; and other felonies and misdemeanors.

When law enforcement oversteps their legal boundaries, especially in search and seizure procedures, Mr. Springmeyer will fight to protect your rights. He will skillfully investigate and challenge the evidence to mitigate the harsh penalties.

Attorney Springmeyer aims to minimize legal consequences by thoroughly analyzing each case’s circumstances and crafting a strong defense strategy. He works closely with clients to understand their unique situations, seeking sentence reductions and exploring options for charge dismissals.

He is committed to finding alternatives to incarceration, such as probation or rehabilitation programs, when applicable, to serve their clients’ long-term interests better. He will provide valuable guidance in navigating the expungement or sealing of records, helping clients enhance their future opportunities.

Skilled Counsel To Overcome Immigration Challenges

Attorney Springmeyer is here to assist you with your legal immigration needs. If you’re seeking a family-based immigration visa, he will guide you through the application process, ensuring that all necessary documents are submitted to immigration authorities. He will also help you understand your case’s specific laws and regulations.

If you want citizenship, Mr. Springmeyer can help you prepare your application and fulfill the requirements. He will also represent you during interviews and immigration hearings.

For asylum cases, Mr. Springmeyer will assist in gathering evidence to bolster your application and navigate the legal process on your behalf.

If you are facing deportation proceedings, Mr. Springmeyer, with his extensive experience in criminal defense, will provide you with a robust defense. He will explore all legal options and represent you in immigration hearings to help prevent deportation.

Why Choose The Law Office of Matthew H. Springmeyer?

Experienced

Attorney Springmeyer has extensive experience in criminal defense and immigration. He has worked on cases involving both minor and major offenses. In the field of immigration law, he has assisted clients with issues related to visas, deportation and naturalization, among others.

His experience in these two areas allows him to handle complex cases in which criminal matters can impact a person’s immigration status.

One-On-One Attention

Attorney Springmeyer works on each case personally, ensuring that every detail of the legal situation is understood and handled with the utmost care. He takes the time to understand each client’s circumstances, so he can develop a personalized legal strategy that responds to the client’s specific needs and objectives.

He wants to be sure his clients feel supported and heard throughout the legal process, strengthening the attorney-client relationship.

Fearless

Mr. Springmeyer is known for his determination and courage in representing his clients. His commitment to each client’s future is reflected in his willingness to face legal challenges with confidence and resolution.

He is unafraid to fight vigorously in court to defend your interests. His determined approach to tackle each case with a well-thought-out strategy, ensures that you receive effective legal representation.

Informative

Mr. Springmeyer provides clear and understandable information to clients at each stage of their case. This educational approach means clients are well-informed about their legal options and the possible consequences of each decision.

He empowers clients to make informed decisions by maintaining open and detailed communication. His transparency reinforces clients’ trust, assuring them that they can navigate their legal matters confidently.

Serving San Diego County, Chula Vista & Local Courts

Navigating criminal charges or immigration proceedings requires defense counsel familiar with local judicial procedures across San Diego County. The Law Office of Matthew H. Springmeyer represents clients across both of our conveniently located offices in San Diego and Chula Vista, providing direct defense in state, federal, and immigration courtrooms.

We frequently appear on behalf of clients in local court facilities, including:

San Diego Superior Court – Central Courthouse: Defending misdemeanor and felony state criminal charges in downtown San Diego.
South County Regional Center (Chula Vista): Representing individuals facing state criminal matters, DUIs, and domestic violence charges originating in Chula Vista, National City, and South Bay communities.
San Diego Immigration Court (EOIR): Defending non-citizens against deportation, pursuing asylum claims, and fighting for bond relief before immigration judges.
Otay Mesa Detention Center: Providing rapid legal intervention, immigration bond hearings, and visitation representation for individuals held in ICE custody.

Whether your case is pending in state criminal court or before federal immigration authorities, our dual-office presence ensures immediate, local legal support across San Diego and South County.

Hear From Past Clients

“From the moment I met attorney Matt Springmeyer, I knew I was in good hands. He did an amazing job handling my case and keeping me informed throughout the process. Mr. Springmeyer is not only always professional but also very knowledgeable and confident in what he does. He was always available when I needed him and always had answers to my questions. Mr. Springmeyer’s exceptional research skills were evident in the courtroom. I would highly recommend Mr. Springmeyer to anyone in need of a criminal defense attorney.”

“Matthew is a fabulous attorney, who kept my daughter and I posted on all that was going to happen and what occurred in court. This case was not easy, due to two DUI’s and not following through on her probation. I was afraid of jail time for my daughter, but Matt was able to convince the court to reinstate her sentencing so that she could complete this time around without additional fees and time in jail. A great experience you normally don’t receive from an attorney AND very reasonable on retainer.”

“Matthew handled my case to get my two DUIs expunged. He kept me very well informed with every update. He responded extremely quickly with every email and phone call and was very open. It is very difficult to get early expungement for two DUIs, and he was able to get it for me on his first try. I am very grateful for having Matthew as my lawyer.”

Case Results

Criminal Defense

The client was in custody serving his 10-year sentence for a drug offense. Mr. Springmeyer filed a compassionate release motion from the First Step Act, and the court reduced the sentence to six years of home confinement.

Criminal and Immigration Law

The client had been convicted of drug offenses that would cause the loss of their green card. Mr. Springmeyer was able to convince the immigration court that the drug offenses were not deportable, and the court terminated the proceedings as a result.

Immigration Law

Mr. Springmeyer has won asylum/immigration cases in the following states: California, Washington, Nevada, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Colorado, and Louisiana.

Contact The Law Office of Matthew H. Springmeyer Today

If you face criminal charges or an immigration law concern, take charge now. Call the Law Office of Matthew H. Springmeyer at 619-780-2716 to schedule an initial consultation. You can also contact the firm online.

With offices in San Diego and Chula Vista, Mr. Springmeyer accepts criminal defense cases throughout the greater San Diego area. He accepts immigration law cases throughout the United States and has won removal defense cases in more than 10 states.