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Representation for immigration court and appeals
What is the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA)?
In removal proceedings, either the immigrant or the government may appeal various decisions of an immigration judge to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). The BIA is part of the Executive Office for Immigration Review, a division of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The DOJ is a separate federal agency from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are part of the DHS. If you are interested in learning more about how to file an immigration appeal or file a motion, it is important that you are aware of the complexities and processes that come with these types of cases. At Alami Law, our team will be able to provide you with the legal advice and guidance you need during this sensitive time.
What does the BIA do?
The BIA has control over various types of immigration actions, stemming from an immigration judge’s decision, including, but not limited to, the following:
Decisions in deportation (removal) proceedings
Relief from removal
Bond, parole or other detention determinations
Cancellation (rescission) of adjustment of status
Denial of I-130 family-based visa petitions among others
How Are Federal Courts Involved?
If judicial review is allowed, the location of the immigration court where the removal proceedings took place determines which U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has control over the case.
What Should I Do If I’d Like To Appeal?
Appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) and to the federal courts require detailed knowledge of both important court decisions and interpretations of the immigration laws. At Alami Law, we recommend that an immigrant considering an appeal or bringing a motion to reopen a case should schedule a consultation by calling us at 626-469-7354. We will be able to analyze your case and determine whether or not the immigration judge’s decision is final.
