Chattanooga BIA & Federal Court Litigation Lawyer
Tennessee Immigration Lawyers Representing Clients in BIA & Federal Court Litigation in Chattanooga
Receiving a deportation order, or an order for removal, can be devastating for anyone in Tennessee. The immigration system in the United States is extremely complicated, and in some cases individuals do not even realize that they have placed themselves in a situation that could result in deportation. In other circumstances, a person might know that they have remained in the U.S. beyond the timetable for a visa and have committed an immigration violation, or that they have been accused of a criminal offense that can allow for deportation. Regardless of the situation, it may be possible to fight the deportation by going through the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) or, if necessary, federal court litigation.
Nearly all immigration law issues in Tennessee are handled at the federal level. Once a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or Department of Homeland Security (DHS) official or a lower court judge has ruled against you, our Chattanooga BIA & federal court litigation lawyers may be able to help.
Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) Cases in Chattanooga
When an Immigration Judge or a USCIS or DHS official has ruled against you, it may be possible to appeal to a higher body or court. As the U.S. Department of Justice explains, the BIA is “the highest administrative body for interpreting and applying immigration laws.” The BIA has nationwide jurisdiction in the United States, and it has the ability to hear appeals in certain cases decided by an Immigration Judge or by a DHS district director. A decision made by the BIA will be binding unless it is overturned by a federal court upon further appeal. Most types of cases heard by the BIA include the following, according to the DOJ:
- Orders of removal;
- Applications for relief from removal;
- Exclusion of aliens applying for admission to the United States;
- Petitions to classify the status of alien relatives for the issuance of preference immigrant visas;
- Fines imposed upon carriers for the violation of immigration laws; and/or
- Motions for reopening and reconsideration of decisions previously rendered.
While parties currently residing or working in Chattanooga may be able to appeal to the BIA, it is important to know that the BIA is headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, and most appeals are considered without oral arguments from the parties. In some cases, however, you may need to appear at the BIA headquarters for your appeal.
Immigration Federal Court Appeals in Chattanooga, TN
If the BIA does not find in your favor, it may be possible to appeal to a federal court. As we noted above, a federal court does have the ability to overturn a BIA decision if it finds doing so would be appropriate under U.S. law. The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals hears appeal cases out of Tennessee, and our immigration lawyers can assist you with your federal appeal.
Contact Our BIA & Federal Immigration Litigation Lawyers in Chattanooga
If you need help appealing an immigration decision, whether it is a removal order or another matter, our Chattanooga BIA and federal immigration lawyer can assist you. Contact Shirazi Immigration Law, Inc. for more information.
