
Brooklyn Writ of Mandamus Lawyer
Serving Clients With Delays On Their U.S. Citizenship Application, Green Card Application or Other Immigration or Visa Petition in New York & New Jersey
A Writ of Mandamus is a powerful legal tool that asks a Federal Court to compel a government agency, such as USCIS, or the Department of State to fulfill its legal obligations and either decide your matter which has been delayed or issue a new decision if they decided something in error. When immigration applications face unreasonable delays, or unreasonable denials: a Writ of Mandamus can force the agency to take action, ensuring applicants receive a timely and just decision. While it does not guarantee approval, it holds the government accountable for processing applications that may otherwise remain in bureaucratic limbo or ask them to fix mistakes in their decisions.
To secure this type of court order, you must file a Petition for a Writ of Mandamus in a Federal Court. By initiating this lawsuit against USCIS or other government agency, the agency in question is obligated to act on your application, either by approving or denying it or by fixing a decision that was made in error against your interests. This compels the government to review your case, consider the evidence submitted, and take the necessary action.
This legal remedy may be utilized for:
- Citizenship applications that are pending.
- Delayed asylum interviews or decisions.
- Immigrant visa applications awaiting action.
- Pending work visa applications.
- Adjustment of status applications still under review.
- Or any decisions made in error.
Call (718) 484-7510 or contact us online to request a free initial consultation with our Brooklyn immigration attorney. We offer same-day appointments and provide our legal services in English, Spanish, Russian, and Uzbek.
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Types of Mandamus Orders
There are two main types of Writs of Mandamus:
- Mandamus for the Government to Take Action, which directs an official in an administrative agency to carry out an action that their position legally requires them to perform.
- Mandamus for the Government to Reissue an Erroneous Decision, which is sought when a petitioner requests a review of a decision already made by an administrative agency official.
How Long Does a Writ of Mandamus Filing Take?
When a writ of mandamus is filed, the court typically orders USCIS to reach a final decision on the application within 90 days of the court's directive. While USCIS rarely contests these cases, the outcome and response can vary depending on the specifics of each situation.
How Usher Law Group Can Help You
At Usher Law Group, we take pride in the strong track record of success in our writ of mandamus cases. While filing this type of legal action does not guarantee approval of your application, it does ensure that a decision is made, bringing an end to the uncertainty of a prolonged immigration process. If you’ve faced repeated delays and unanswered inquiries about your application, this approach could provide the resolution you need.
Our mission is to hold administrative agencies accountable for fulfilling their legal obligations. As immigration specialists, we understand the unique challenges our clients face and are dedicated to helping them achieve timely resolutions to their USCIS matters. Let a Brooklyn immigration lawyer assist you in obtaining the closure you deserve and freeing yourself from the “legal limbo” caused by delayed administrative decisions.
Call (718) 484-7510 or contact us today to schedule a consultation and explore a solution designed specifically for your needs.

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