Practice Advisories |
LAC Practice Advisories provide in depth discussion and analysis of select substantive and procedural issues in immigration law. The Practice Advisories are intended to assist lawyers and do not substitute for individual legal advice supplied by a lawyer familiar with a client's case.
Objecting to Video Merits Hearings
This Practice Advisory discusses the problems arising from the use of video hearings, and suggests ways to protect the respondent's rights and move for in-person hearings where that strategy is selected.
Published On: Friday, December 12, 2003 | Download File
Export Licensing Requirements for Foreign Nationals
This Practice Advisory focuses on the deemed export rule under the Commerce Department's EAR which governs exports of non-military technology.
Published On: Thursday, July 17, 2003 | Download File
Practicing Before the BIA Under the "Procedural Reforms" Rule
The BIA's "procedural reforms" rule went into effect on September 25, 2002. This Practice Advisory highlights the changes made by this rule.
Published On: Friday, January 10, 2003 | Download File
How to Challenge an Affirmance Without Opinion by a BIA Member
Single BIA members are deciding summarily thousands of case using the "affirmance without opinion" procedure. This Practice Advisory discusses arguments that challenge a BIA Member's use of this procedure to deny an appeal.
Published On: Friday, September 27, 2002 | Download File
Proposed St. Cyr Regulations
This Practice Advisory describes the proposed rule on St. Cyr and discusses arguments and strategies to help those who are not eligible for 212(c) relief under the proposed rule.
Published On: Thursday, August 29, 2002 | Download File
