Motion to Reopen In Absentia Proceedings Granted for Los Angeles Client
We received the immigration judge’s decision granting a motion to reopen my client’s deportation case in the Los Angeles Immigration Court. My client had a deportation hearing scheduled in Los Angeles in mid-2009; however, the Department of Justice mailed the notice of hearing to the client’s old address even though the client notified United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) of his address change in compliance with the law.
Unfortunately, because USCIS and the Department of Justice do not share the same database regarding aliens’ addresses, the Department of Justice mailed the notice of hearing to the old address. My client never received proper notice of the hearing, and he was ordered deported for not showing up at court. Eventually, he found out about the deportation order and hired The Nunez Firm to reopen his case.
In November 2009, we filed a motion to reopen in absentia proceedings. Los Angeles Immigration Judge Latimore agreed that my client had followed the law and changed his address as required by the Immigration and Nationality Act, and she ordered the case reopened. Now, my client will be able to defend against deportation and hopefully obtain his green card.
If you or a loved one has been ordered deported for not attending an immigration court hearing, The Nunez Firm may be able to help you reopen your case. Contact The Nunez Firm to schedule a free consultation. Managing attorney Jay Nunez will personally discuss your case with you and help you better understand your situation and the options available to you.
