Daily Journal: Michelle Dellino on Deportation as Leverage in Family Court

Daily Journal: Michelle Dellino on Deportation as Leverage in Family Court
April 30, 2026

Michelle Dellino was interviewed for a recent Daily Journal feature, “Deportation as Leverage Emerges in Family Court,” on how immigration-related issues are surfacing in family court custody and probate disputes.

The piece explores how these dynamics can shape legal strategy and court proceedings in complex family law matters, particularly where immigration status intersects with custody decisions.

Read the full article here.

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