Immigration Lawyers Toolbox

"It would be helpful for applicants and their attorneys to know if a petition has been returned to USCIS for revocation." -John Q. Khosravi, Esq.

One of the toughest client calls for immigration lawyers is explaining a consular return. If DOS improved transparency on returns, lawyers could manage expectations and legal strategy far more effectively.

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"On one side of the spectrum, you get the bullish leader—the person who thinks they know everything. On the other, you have the timid leader—super respectful, polite, but afraid to ruffle feathers. The best leaders? They find balance." – Justin Noppe

Leadership styles vary, but great leadership requires adaptability. Learn how to guide with authority and empathy in this insightful discussion.

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“If you have DACA clients with US degrees, these new waiver policies could be a key strategy." - John Q. Khosravi, Esq.

Immigration lawyers should audit DACA client files now. Some may benefit from waiver strategies they couldn’t access before.

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“They seem to be focusing on prior removal orders right now and criminal history.” — Nicholle Pitt White, Esq.

Trump-era enforcement wasn’t just about new cases — it aggressively targeted old ones. Nicholle explains how attorneys adjusted to revived NTAs and ICE attention on long-resolved matters.

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"Department of State doesn’t consider that advanced parole reentry under Arrabally and Yerrabelly as a lawful admission." - John Q. Khosravi, Esq.

Critical gap alert for DACA clients: Just because USCIS considers advanced parole a lawful admission doesn’t mean DOS agrees — immigration lawyers need to flag this risk.

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"Anybody who was denied a visa under the first travel ban and who has not subsequently attended a second interview, they are eligible for this relief." - Shabnam Lotfi, Esq.

Immigration lawyers — review your old Muslim Ban cases. Some clients could still be eligible for relief under this special process. Don’t leave them behind.

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"The government comes back and says we have no responsibility to tell you if you’re lying."
• John Q. Khosravi, Esq.

The reality check for immigration lawyers — clients cannot rely on consular officers to warn them about misrepresentation issues. Lawyers need to educate clients thoroughly beforehand.

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"ICE always had the authority to detain whoever they want in immigration court. I mean, anybody could be detained in immigration court. It’s not practical because if they are clearly not dangerous or a flight risk, they’re going to get released because they’re due a bond." - Kevin A. Gregg, Esq.

For immigration lawyers, the bond calculus is shifting fast. Lawyers need to be ready for surprise detentions and sharpen bond arguments — even for long-compliant clients. Knowing the latest case law makes all the difference.

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"Mexican passports list the maiden name as a surname and married name as spouse’s surname." -John Q. Khosravi, Esq.

Immigration lawyers handling Mexican spouse visas — check how the name appears on the passport itself before filing anything. Small differences in naming conventions can trigger major delays.

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"When it gets big enough, it will have a culture of its own." — Justin Noppe

Law firms, like all businesses, develop a culture—whether intentional or not. Without a clear vision and leadership, a firm’s culture can become chaotic or misaligned with its core values.

Are you shaping your firm’s culture, or is it shaping itself?

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"You complained — it worked." -John Q. Khosravi, Esq.

Immigration lawyers: When reciprocity terms don’t match published rules, raise hell. Even minor wins — like adding a few months to visa validity — make a real difference for clients.

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"That lawsuit was really telling on how the State Department and the Department of Justice treat these lawsuits." -Shabnam Lotfi, Esq.

Immigration lawyers take note: when you challenge the government in court, you aren’t just fighting over facts — you’re exposing the broader culture and mindset inside agencies like DOS and DOJ.

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