Case Evaluation
We review your immigration history, application, decision, notices, and supporting documents to understand what happened in your case.
Immigration Connect special session
Get experienced legal guidance for challenging unfavorable immigration decisions. We assist with immigration appeals, Motions to Reopen, Motions to Reconsider, and other post-decision immigration remedies. Our team can review your case, explain your options, and help you determine the appropriate next steps. Virtual consultations are available.
When an immigration case is denied or an unfavorable decision is issued, you may have options to challenge that decision. Immigration appeals and post-decision legal remedies can help eligible individuals seek review of an immigration decision and present the legal or factual issues that may have affected the outcome.
Our immigration attorneys assist clients with immigration appeals, motions to reopen, and motions to reconsider. We help review the immigration case, identify potential legal or procedural errors, determine the appropriate remedy, and prepare the required documentation for filing.
Whether you are dealing with a denied immigration petition, visa issue, removal decision, or another unfavorable immigration decision, understanding your available options is an important first step.
Understanding your options
Immigration law provides different legal remedies depending on the type of decision, the agency involved, and the circumstances of the case. An immigration appeal may allow a decision to be reviewed by a higher authority, while a motion to reopen or motion to reconsider may be appropriate in specific circumstances.
Our legal team can help you understand which option may apply to your situation and guide you through the process.
Post-decision option
A Motion to Reopen generally asks the immigration authority to reopen a previously decided case so that new facts, evidence, or changed circumstances can be considered.
A motion to reopen may be relevant when important evidence was previously unavailable, new facts have become available, or certain circumstances require the case to be reviewed again.
Learn more about our Motion to Reopen services and how we can help evaluate your case.
Discuss a Motion to ReopenPost-decision option
A Motion to Reconsider asks the immigration authority to review a decision because you believe the decision was based on an incorrect application or interpretation of immigration law or the facts already in the record.
Because motions to reconsider involve legal arguments and specific filing requirements, it is important to carefully review the original decision and determine whether there are valid grounds for reconsideration.
Learn more about our Motion to Reconsider services and how an immigration attorney can help prepare your case.
Discuss a Motion to ReconsiderLegal guidance after a decision
A focused review can help clarify which post-decision option may apply to your circumstances.
If your immigration case has been denied or you have received an unfavorable immigration decision, speaking with an immigration appeal lawyer can help you understand your legal options.
Our attorneys review the details of your case, including the original application, decision, supporting evidence, and applicable immigration laws. Based on the circumstances, we can help determine whether an immigration appeal, motion to reopen, or motion to reconsider may be appropriate.
We focus on preparing clear legal arguments, organizing supporting documentation, and ensuring that the appropriate filing requirements are addressed.
Reasons to seek legal guidance
You may want to consult an immigration attorney if:
Every immigration case is different, and eligibility for an appeal or motion depends on the specific circumstances and applicable deadlines.
We review your immigration history, application, decision, notices, and supporting documents to understand what happened in your case.
After reviewing the case, we determine whether an immigration appeal, Motion to Reopen, Motion to Reconsider, or another legal remedy may be available.
Our team evaluates the applicable immigration laws, regulations, evidence, and reasoning behind the original decision to identify potential issues that can support your case.
We prepare the appropriate legal documents, supporting evidence, and legal arguments based on the circumstances of your case.
We help ensure the filing is properly prepared and submitted and provide guidance regarding the next steps after filing.
Immigration appeals and post-decision motions can involve strict requirements, complex legal arguments, and important deadlines. Professional legal guidance can help you better understand your options and prepare your case.
Discuss Your Immigration AppealOur immigration attorneys provide personalized assistance based on the facts and circumstances of each case.
We take the time to understand your immigration history and explain the available options in clear terms.
Frequently asked questions
Find general information about immigration appeals, Motions to Reopen, Motions to Reconsider, and possible options after an unfavorable immigration decision.
Ask Our TeamAn immigration appeal is a legal process used to request review of certain immigration decisions by an appropriate reviewing authority. Whether you can appeal a decision depends on the type of case and the decision that was issued.
A Motion to Reopen is a request to reopen a previously decided immigration case so that new facts, evidence, or qualifying circumstances can be considered.
A Motion to Reconsider asks the relevant immigration authority to review a decision because the decision may have incorrectly applied or interpreted the law or facts in the case.
A Motion to Reopen generally focuses on new facts or evidence that were not previously considered, while a Motion to Reconsider generally challenges the legal or factual basis of an existing decision based on the record and applicable law.
You are not always required to have an attorney, but immigration appeals and motions can involve complex legal requirements and deadlines. An immigration lawyer can review your case and help determine which legal remedy may be appropriate.
Depending on the type of application and the decision, you may have options such as an appeal, Motion to Reopen, Motion to Reconsider, or another form of legal relief. The available options depend on the specific case.
You should contact an immigration attorney as soon as possible after receiving an unfavorable immigration decision. Some appeals and motions have strict filing deadlines, so delaying a case review may affect your available options.
If you have received a denial or unfavorable immigration decision, do not assume that the case is automatically over. You may have legal options depending on your circumstances.
Contact our immigration attorneys to discuss your case and learn whether an immigration appeal, Motion to Reopen, or Motion to Reconsider may be available.