Jacksonville Immigration Appeals & Motions Attorney
Appeals & Motions before the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
At times, the USCIS may deliver unfavorable immigration decisions. This can happen because of a procedural issue or an application error, among other reasons. Generally, you only have 30 days to appeal a denial or file a motion to reopen or reconsider. If you are unhappy with a USCIS decision, it is essential to act quickly.
At the Law Office of Karen Winston, LLC, we are prepared to assist with matters involving appeals and motions. Since 2014, we have served countless individuals and families in Florida and Georgia. Our Jacksonville appeals and motions immigration attorneys have the skills and know-how to support and advocate for you.
Find out how we can help you in a consultation. During this meeting, we can review a copy of your denial and discuss your legal options. We are always honest with the people we serve and will make certain to provide clear information you can use to make important decisions about your immigration case.
Call (904) 590-2689 today to schedule a consultation. Our services are available in Spanish and Haitian Creole.
Immigration Appeals
If you have received an unfavorable decision from the USCIS concerning a visa, asylum, adjustment of status, or any other matter, you may be able to appeal it. An appeal is a request that another authority review your decision and reverse it.
You can file an appeal with the Administrative Appeals Office (AAO) or the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA). Your decision letter will inform you which entity will handle your appeal.
What Sets Us Apart
Ethical and Trusted Representation
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Over almost 15 years of service, Karen Winston has an impressive record of keeping families together.
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As an attorney and former law professor, Karen Winston is well-respected before USCIS, courts, and judges.
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We focus exclusively on Immigration services and are fully prepared for whatever your case may need.
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Our dedicated team truly cares about each client, and we hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards.
What Is a Motion to Reopen or Reconsider?
Motions to reopen or reconsider request the authority that issued an unfavorable decision to review it. You may seek a motion to reopen if you have new evidence or facts that could alter a decision. As for a motion to reconsider, you could pursue one if a judge improperly applied a law or policy in their initial decision. You can file a motion to reopen and reconsider at the same time.
Motions Before Immigration Courts
In addition to motions to reopen or reconsider with the BIA, you can pursue other types of motions during immigration court proceedings. These include but are not limited to motions to change venue, advance a hearing, or recalendar a case. These motions could benefit your case, helping you get an urgent decision or making it easier for you to attend hearings. Ultimately, these things may increase the chances of securing a decision that aligns with your needs.