When USCIS or DHS sits on records, a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit is often the fastest way to see what is really in your A-file, interview notes, or internal decision memos. With the right framing, FOIA litigation gives you leverage without waiting years for standard requests.
When to sue
- Document an initial FOIA request and the 20-day statutory window.
- Narrowly identify the records: A-file, interview notes, RFEs, and decision memos.
- Preserve agency communications showing silence or unreasonable delay.
How it helps your case
The records can surface missing notices, officer notes, or eligibility concerns that drive a denial. They also provide leverage for motions to reopen, appeals, or related mandamus actions if the agency continues to stall.
What to expect
- Most FOIA suits resolve in 60–120 days through a production schedule.
- Courts expect the request to be specific and already submitted to the agency.
- We negotiate rolling productions so you can act on early documents quickly.
