Implications of Judulang v. Holder for LPRs Seeking § 212(c) Relief and for Other Individuals Challenging Arbitrary Agency Policies

This Practice Advisory describes the Supreme Court’s decision in Judulang v. Holder, which rejected the BIA’s “comparable grounds” test for § 212(c) relief, and offers strategies for lawful permanent residents and others who may be affected by it.

American Immigration Council Practice advisory Jul 14, 2016 Direct PDF available

Why it matters

Useful as a practitioner-oriented overview from American Immigration Council on Adjustment; review the source material for the most current authority and procedure.

Topics

Adjustment of status Waivers BIA appeals

Workflows

BIA, PFR, and federal court Naturalization and adjustment

Forums

BIA

Jurisdictions

National