Human Rights First Practice Advisory on Pretermissions

Human Rights First practice advisory describing possible bases for pretermission in immigration court and explaining how to prepare for, and respond to, motions to pretermit a client’s asylum claim. Last updated on January 23, 2026.

Human Rights First PALA Library Practice advisory Jan 23, 2026 Direct PDF available

Why it matters

Useful as a practitioner-oriented overview from Human Rights First PALA Library on Asylum; review the source material for the most current authority and procedure.

Topics

Asylum Withholding / CAT Evidence and procedure

Workflows

Immigration court deadline Asylum merits package Motions, stays, and pretermission BIA, PFR, and federal court USCIS and AAO appeals

Forums

USCIS Immigration court BIA

Jurisdictions

National