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My case has been delayed for years; what can I do?
This is a common question in our consultations. Sometimes, applications appear “stuck” in the U.S. immigration system, with years of waiting and endless inquiries, letters, InfoPass appointments, and even Congressional liaison support. An applicant for immigration benefits who is experiencing a serious delay in their case due to government failure to issue a decision may be able to sue U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This is a lawsuit to compel the agency to act, and it is filed in federal district court. Such lawsuits are filed pursuant to the Mandamus Act or the Administrative Procedures Act (APA). Petitioners for Form I-130, green card applicants, asylum applicants, naturalization applicants, and others may take this action to demand a response from USCIS.
Special rules for naturalization
Applicants for naturalization are entitled to a decision on their application within 120 days after their interview. If a decision is not issued by that date, the applicant may sue USCIS in federal district court, effectively transferring the case to a federal judge for a final decision.
If a naturalization applicant is not called for an interview, the applicant may still sue for a decision as described above.
It is possible to “appeal” a denied naturalization application in a federal district court. If the applicant has already filed Form N-336 for a hearing on the denied application, and if USCIS continues to deny the application, the applicant may sue USCIS in federal court. This effectively transfers the case to a federal judge for a final decision.
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Anna Buskila is UNDOUBTEDLY THE BEST immigration attorney we've ever consulted with. She had exceeded our expectations, and provided MUCH more useful information and advice than we even asked for. Super grateful. Will come back again definitely.
Had a one-hour consultation only, but were very professional and solved all my doubts.
I am so thankful to Aaron Lawee and all the team for doing the best job in my adjustment status. I recommend Minsky, McCormick & Hallagan 100%
I would like to thank Minsky McCormick & Halligan, P.C. for their help with my citizenship application and my mother's Green Card. Attorney Amanda Rizzo and her assistant Evelyn Diaz were very knowledgeable and professional. They provided practical advice that and answered our questions / managed our...
From the moment we started our process with attorney Aaron Lawee, he provided exceptional guidance and support throughout our entire immigration process. Aaron was incredibly knowledgeable, responsive, and attentive to every detail. He made what could have been a stressful experience much smoother with clear communication and...
I would like to thank Minsky McCormick & Halligan, P.C., and especially Anna Buskila and Albena Daskalova for their help in reinstating my case for reuniting with my family, which I thought was irretrievably lost. Anna and Albena proved to be super professionals, they were always in...
I highly recommend Minsky McCormick & Hallagan, P.C. Aaron Lawee and his legal assistant Ron Montana were so helpful throughout my whole immigration process. They were extremely professional by keeping me updated with my case and always explained everything clearly. I am so thankful for all the...
I am incredibly grateful for the fantastic immigration legal services provided by Attorney Anna Buskin and her assistant, Maria Espinoza. Attorney Buskin's expertise made a huge difference. Maria Espinoza's quick communication and organization made everything so much easier. Thank you both for your outstanding work!
Their service was excellent, they helped my mother in the process of obtaining her residence. It took only 8 months! Thanks to their amazing team my mother and I are very thankful and appreciative for their team and the services they provided. Luis Borrero was extremely helpful...
I had a wonderful experience. They are always swift in response and give professional explanations to everything we were not sure about during our green card application process. The process went extremely smoothly. They even mailed me a heart-warming card together with helpful documents after we received...
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