18-Month Green Card Delay Resolved in 5 Weeks After Filing
Client: A.M. · New Jersey
Delay18 mo
Resolved5 wk
OutcomeApproved
Federal Mandamus & APA Litigation
Stop Waiting on USCIS.
We Sue Them in Federal Court.
Federal mandamus and APA lawsuits that compel USCIS to decide your stalled green card, asylum, citizenship, EAD, or consular case. Most clients receive a decision within 30–60 days of filing.
- Free 60-second check
No payment, no obligation. - 24-hour response
From a federal litigator, not a paralegal. - Fixed-fee structure
Know the cost before we file. - Strict confidentiality
Protected by attorney-client privilege.
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10+
Years Experience
392+
Client Reviews
50
States Served
30–60d
Avg. Resolution
The 12-Month Rule
Pending Over 12 Months?
You Likely Qualify to Sue.
Federal courts have ruled that delays beyond normal processing times are "unreasonable" under the Administrative Procedure Act. If USCIS has held your case without action, you have the legal right to sue in federal district court.
Pending 12+ Months?
If your case has been with USCIS for over a year, federal court can intervene and compel a decision.
Stuck in Background Check?
We've moved cases stuck in security review for 2–4 years. Our litigation works on stalled FBI checks.
No Interview Scheduled?
Naturalization interviews delayed past 120 days violate federal law. We use 8 USC § 1447(b) to force action.
A Message From Our Lead Attorney
Why We Sue USCIS — In 60 Seconds.
Hear directly from Attorney Arif Gozel about how mandamus lawsuits work and what to expect when you file.
— Arif Gozel, Founding Attorney, Gozel Law Firm PC
Proven Track Record
Real Cases. Real Results.
A sample of recent USCIS delays we ended in federal court — across the cases that matter most to clients.
Client: A.M. · New Jersey
Stuck in "Background Check" for 16 Months — Cleared in 5 Weeks
Client: Y.C. · New York
Delay16 mo
Resolved5 wk
OutcomeCitizen
Asylum Interview Completed 4 Years Ago — Approved in 6 Weeks
Client: H.B. · Virginia
Delay4+ yrs
Resolved6 wk
OutcomeGranted
EB-1A Stuck 15 Months — Adjudicated in 4 Weeks After Mandamus
Client: P.R. · Illinois
Delay15 mo
Resolved4 wk
OutcomeApproved
I-526E Pending 18 Months — Approved 6 Weeks After Filing
Client: W.L. · Florida
Delay18 mo
Resolved6 wk
OutcomeApproved
EAD Renewal Stuck 10 Months — Card Issued in 3 Weeks
Client: N.G. · Pennsylvania
Delay10 mo
Resolved3 wk
OutcomeApproved
All outcomes are real cases handled by Gozel Law Firm PC. Names anonymized for client privacy. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes — each case is evaluated on its own facts.
Our Process
From Stuck to Decided in 4 Steps.
1
Day 1
Free Eligibility Review
You complete a 60-second form. We review your USCIS receipt, filing date, and case status. Within 24 hours, you'll know if you have a strong federal lawsuit.
2
Days 2–7
Engagement & Demand
We file a Notice of Representation with USCIS and send a demand letter giving the agency a final opportunity to act before suit.
3
Days 7–14
Federal Court Filing
We draft and file your complaint in the appropriate U.S. District Court — typically EDVA, your district of residence, or the venue with strongest jurisdiction.
4
Days 30–90
USCIS Responds
The U.S. Attorney's Office must respond within 60 days. In most cases, USCIS issues a decision before the deadline rather than litigate.
A Decade of Federal Practice
"Most immigration firms file applications. We file lawsuits."
10+Years of Federal Litigation
392+Five-Star Client Reviews
Bar admitted: NJ · NY · MD
Federal court practice nationwide
Offices in NJ & VA
About Our Firm
A Federal Litigation Firm — Not a General Practice.
My Mandamus Lawyer is the federal litigation arm of Gozel Law Firm PC. While many immigration attorneys file applications and wait, we specialize in what happens when USCIS stops responding.
Experience
10+ Years Federal
Bar Admitted
NJ · NY · MD
Practice
Federal · Nationwide
Fee Structure
Fixed-Fee Mandamus
Frequently Asked
What People Ask Before Hiring Us.
Will USCIS retaliate against me for suing?
No. Federal law explicitly prohibits retaliation, and in our experience, USCIS treats mandamus plaintiffs identically to other applicants. Suing is a legal right Congress gave you.
Do I have to go to court or testify?
Almost never. The vast majority of mandamus cases are resolved through written motions and negotiation. Most clients never set foot in a courtroom.
How much does this cost?
We charge a fixed fee that you'll know before we file. There are no hourly surprises. We'll discuss exact pricing during your free eligibility review.
What's the success rate?
The vast majority of our mandamus filings result in a USCIS decision within 30–90 days of filing. We'll give you an honest assessment of your specific case during the eligibility review.
Can I file a mandamus myself?
Technically yes, but federal court litigation requires precise pleading, jurisdictional analysis, and procedural compliance. Errors can result in dismissal — and you generally cannot refile.
How long must my case have been delayed for me to qualify?
Generally 12 months for most case types and 120 days post-interview for N-400. Some case types (like asylum) have different thresholds. Use our eligibility check to confirm.
Do you handle cases outside New Jersey and Virginia?
Yes. We file in federal courts nationwide based on where you reside or where the USCIS office is located. Mandamus is federal — our reach is national.
What if the lawsuit doesn't work?
If USCIS doesn't decide within the court-ordered timeline, we can pursue further motions. We'll explain every contingency before you engage us.
Stop Waiting
Ready to Force a Decision?
Every week you wait is another week USCIS owes you a decision they refuse to make. Federal court is the proven path forward — and the form at the top of this page is the first step.
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