Federal Court

Federal court handles complex immigration issues such as appeals of application denials, challenges to immigration policies, and judicial reviews of agency decisions.

The duration of a federal court case varies depending on the complexity of the issues and the court’s schedule. It can range from several months to over a year.

During a federal court hearing, you can expect to present your case through legal arguments and evidence. The judge will review the information and make a decision based on the merits of the case.

Yes, if the federal court decision is unfavorable, you may have the option to appeal to a higher court. We can guide you through the appeal process and provide representation.

A mandamus petition asks the federal court to compel a lower court or a government agency to take an action that is administrative in nature. Usually, in immigration, this federal lawsuit is filed when a case is unreasonably delayed in processing with an agency such as the US Citizenship and Immigration Services or the Department of State. This type of request does not tell an agency how it should make a decision on a case, but rather, it requests that an agency take some action on a case.

A Habeas Corpus petition allows a person to challenge their detention or imprisonment in court. This type of lawsuit can be filed by an individual who received a final order of removal but continues to be detained for a lengthy period with no definite date of removal by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.