Ninth Circuit Opines on Standards of Review in Asylum Cases

The Ninth Circuit has determined that the Board of Immigration Appeals must apply de novo review to the question of whether persecution will be inflicted on account of a protected ground.

Shoutout to Sabrina Damast (yes, I just gave myself a shoutout in the third person) and Jose Medrano for getting this published decision!

The full text of Umana-Escobar v. Garland can be found here: https://cdn.ca9.uscourts.gov/datastore/opinions/2023/03/17/19-70964.pdf

Amended opinion can be found here:

https://cdn.ca9.uscourts.gov/datastore/opinions/2023/05/23/19-70964.pdf

Sabrina Damast Obtains Published Decision from the Ninth Circuit

Sabrina Damast has recently obtained a published decision from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, affirming the right to counsel for non-citizens subject to a reinstated order of removal during their reasonable fear review with an Immigration Judge.

The text of Gonzalez Martinez v. Garland can be found here:

https://cdn.ca9.uscourts.gov/datastore/opinions/2021/08/25/20-70127.pdf

LGBT African Client Approved for Asylum

Violence and persecution in one's home country can be one of the most terrifying experiences that a person can endure.  Asylum cases are almost always compelling, which is why it is such a joy for me when my clients are approved for asylum.  In a recent case, an African client was harmed on account of her sexual orientation.  She had to flee to the United States, leaving behind many family members.  I'm happy to say that today, she is an asylee, and we have begun the process of immigrating her family members to join her! 

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Military Spouse Receives Permanent Residency through US Consulate in Montreal

It is always a pleasure for me to work with members of our military.  In a recent case, I was able to expedite the immigration process for the Canadian spouse of an active duty Marine.  Today, his wife is residing with him as a lawful permanent resident, giving them valuable months together before he is deployed abroad later this year.

A success story that I'm happy to share!

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