my morther came to the us in 1980. after renewing her Green card. Ins called her for an interview and state she will be place on deportation proceeding for conviciton in 1992 for 273.5 and 1998 647b. Both Misdameanors She currently has a mental illness and on SSI. The form of relief the was recommended was EOIR 42a. My question is do I need to hire a lawyer to represent her. I am confused and frustrated because the banks are tight on credit. I cannot afford a lawyer. what do your recomend . please help!!!