You absolutely have the right to hire a lawyer if you are being deported from the United States. In the vast majority of situations, the deportation process does not happen immediately. As an individual facing deportation, you have due process rights. This means that you are entitled to a full and fair hearing to defend your right to remain in the United States. During this hearing, an immigration judge will review your documentation, any alleged crimes, and other circumstances of your case. Having a lawyer on your side during this hearing ensures your legal rights remain protected.