We represent a diverse client base, which includes individuals, foreign students, professionals, investors, families, small and large businesses, and international corporations, and have developed expertise and experience in the following areas of immigration law:
Litigation and Appeals
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Appeals to the U.S. Circuit Courts, BIA, and Administrative Appeals Unit of
USCIS - Robert DuPont has successfully obtained relief for his clients
before the 9th Circuit Court of Appeal, Board of Immigration Appeals and
Administrative Appeals Unit. Strict filing deadlines apply for each of these
appeals so it is extremely important that clients consult with their attorney
as soon as they receive a denial of their application.
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Constitutional Challenges - Constitutional Challenges usually involve
claims of denial of due process or discrimination against immigrants.
Constitutional challenges are often discovered upon review of trial transcripts
from immigration court.
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Declaratory Relief Actions - Declaratory Relief actions are Federal
District Court cases filed once it has been determined that USCIS or related
agencies have not followed the letter of the law. Declaratory Relief actions
also arise where regulations or policies of USCIS do not follow the letter and
spirit of statutes passed by congress. These cases can remedy legal errors
committed by USCIS, the Board of Immigration Appeals and other agencies.
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Writs of Habeas Corpus - Writs of Habeas Corpus are often filed to
obtain an individual’s release from custody where their continued detention or
threat of detention and removal are not justified under the law. A Writ of
Habeas Corpus is often a last minute remedy to prevent the Department of
Homeland Security from removing an individual who is entitled to stay in the
United States.
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Writs of Mandamus - A Writ of Mandamus is an effective and essential
tool to prevent long and unexplained delays in the process of any immigration
case or appeal. I have filed over 200 Writs of mandamus in the Federal District
court and in many cases compelled action within a 60 to 90 day period of
filing. Outcomes are not guaranteed however the Writ of Mandamus is often used
to obtain a decision on a case where multiple letters, requests and Infopass
appointments have failed.