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National Immigration Project Practice advisory Feb 8, 2022

Practice Alert: Matter of Laparra

In Matter of Laparra , 28 I&N Dec. 425 (BIA 2022), the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) rejected notice-based arguments for rescinding and reopening an in absentia order when the government serves the respondent with a Notice to Appear (NTA) lacking information about a hearing’s time and place as required by Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) section 239(a)(1). This practice alert provides brief background on the case law relevant to Laparra , describes the Laparra decision and its implicat

Removal defense Motions to reopen / reconsider BIA appeals BIA Direct PDF
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Immigrant Legal Resource Center Template motion Apr 2, 2020

Motions with the BIA

This advisory provides an overview of the most common types of motions filed with the Board of Immigration Appeals. It discusses the types of motions the Board will accept while proceedings are pending before it, such as motions to remand. It also discusses motions filed with the Board after it has issued a final order of removal, which includes motions to reconsider and motions to reopen. It contains guidelines on determining what type of motion is appropriate in specific circumstances and how

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American Immigration Council Practice advisory Jul 11, 2019

Raids Response Materials for Individuals with Final Removal Orders

In anticipation of widespread raids in July 2019, the American Immigration Council has prepared template materials to assist attorneys representing individuals with final removal orders issued by the Executive Office for Immigration Review. ¹ Materials include templates of: (1) a general skeletal motion to reopen a removal order and motion to stay removal for filing with the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) or immigration court (for pro se and represented cases); (2) a skeletal motion to resci

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American Immigration Council Practice advisory Feb 6, 2018

The Basics of Motions to Reopen EOIR-Issued Removal Orders

This practice advisory provides a basic overview of motions to reopen removal orders that are filed with the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR), which consists of immigration courts throughout the country and the Board of Immigration Appeals, located in Falls, Church Virginia. The advisory also provides basic information about how to seek a stay in conjunction with the filing of a motion to reopen.

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American Immigration Council Practice advisory Jul 14, 2016

Return to the United States After Prevailing on a Petition for Review or Motion to Reopen

This Practice Advisory contains practical and legal suggestions for individuals seeking to return to the United States after they have prevailed on a petition for review or an administrative motion to reopen or reconsider to the immigration court or Board of Immigration Appeals.

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National Immigration Project Practice advisory Apr 17, 2015

Practice Advisory: Return to the United States After Prevailing on a Petition for Review or Motion to Reopen or Reconsider

This practice advisory contains practical and legal suggestions for individuals seeking to return to the United States after they have prevailed on a petition for review or a motion to reopen or reconsider to the immigration court or Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).

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AAO Practice Manual Practice manual No date

AAO Practice Manual

Official USCIS Administrative Appeals Office manual for appeals, motions, certifications, representation, and filing practice.

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BIA Practice Manual Practice manual No date

BIA Practice Manual

Official practice manual for appeals and motions before the Board of Immigration Appeals.

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National Immigration Litigation Alliance Resource directory No date

NILA Practice Advisories and Templates

National Immigration Litigation Alliance page collecting litigation-oriented practice advisories, templates, and sample filings.

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