The mandamus process is straightforward: we file a federal lawsuit, the government acts on your case, and you get your decision. Here's exactly what to expect.
Most cases resolve without ever going to court. The lawsuit itself is the pressure that breaks the logjam.
You contact us with your case details. We review your situation — case type, filing date, processing timeline, and the impact the delay is having on your life. We tell you honestly whether a mandamus lawsuit is appropriate and what to expect. There's no obligation.
5–10 minutesOur team drafts a federal lawsuit tailored to your case, citing the illegal delay and the harm it causes. We file it in U.S. District Court and serve all defendants: USCIS, the State Department, and relevant officials.
Filed within days of engagementOnce served, the government has 60 days to respond. This is when the magic happens. Rather than fighting the case in court, the government typically acts on your application during this window. They schedule your interview or adjudicate your case.
Most cases resolve in this phaseThe government processes your case and you receive your decision. Once the government has acted, we dismiss the lawsuit. You continue with your life — reunited with family, back to work, or holding your new passport. The entire process from filing to resolution typically takes 30 to 60 days.
Typical: 30–60 days totalWe file mandamus lawsuits for virtually every type of delayed immigration case. Here are the most common.
I-130 petitions and I-485 adjustments for spouses of U.S. citizens and permanent residents. We resolve cases stuck in extended background checks, pending interview scheduling, or stalled at the consular stage after NVC completion.
N-400 cases pending before the interview or stuck without a decision for more than 120 days after the interview (1447(b)). We help resolve FBI background check holds and oath ceremony scheduling delays.
I-140 petitions and I-485 adjustment for EB-1A extraordinary ability, EB-1B outstanding researchers, EB-2 NIW, EB-2 PERM, and EB-3 cases. Particularly effective for cases stuck after priority date becomes current.
Cases stuck after visa interview at U.S. embassies worldwide. We effectively resolve 221(g) delays at the U.S. Embassies in Ankara, Istanbul, New Delhi, Islamabad, Lagos, Cairo, and beyond. Includes security advisory opinion delays and Technology Alert List holds.
Affirmative asylum cases (I-589) with multi-year delays awaiting interview or decision. Includes cases affected by the 2026 processing pause. Asylum mandamus requires experienced counsel — we understand the unique legal landscape.
I-526E initial petitions and I-829 conditions removal. Investors who've committed $800,000+ deserve timely adjudication. Particularly urgent when children are approaching age-out dates.
I-765 employment authorization and I-131 travel documents. When your EAD renewal is delayed and you're about to lose your job, mandamus can produce results in weeks. Also covers combo card (EAD/AP) delays.
I-360 VAWA self-petitions for domestic violence survivors, I-918 U-visa applications for crime victims, I-601A provisional waivers, and FOIA requests. These vulnerable populations face some of the longest wait times in the system.
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