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MANDAMUS & APA LAWSUITS

Still Waiting on Your Immigration Application?

An immigration delay or a gap in work authorization can put your plans on hold. MC Law Firm can review your case and assess whether a federal lawsuit may be an option for you.

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SEEKING AN AGENCY DECISION

Mandamus Lawsuit

A mandamus lawsuit asks a federal court to require an agency to fulfill a legal duty. In appropriate cases, it can seek a decision on a delayed application.

REVIEWING AGENCY ACTION

APA Lawsuit

The Administrative Procedure Act (APA) allows challenges to unlawful agency actions or unreasonable delays. Whether a claim is available depends on the facts of your case.

Mandamus and APA claims may be brought in the same lawsuit.
Filing a lawsuit does not guarantee approval of your application or automatically extend your work authorization.

Which Application Is Pending?

Find your pending application before completing the form.

I-765 / EAD01

Work permit

I-765 is the application form; an EAD is the work permit card. Choose “initial application” for your first card in that category, or “renewal” to renew a card in the same category.

Initial application or renewal
H-4 / I-76502

H-4 work permit

Choose this category if you applied for work authorization as the H-4 spouse of an H-1B holder. H-4 status and work authorization involve separate processes, so the form asks about both.

H-4 status alone does not authorize employment.
I-48503

Green Card

Choose I-485 if your application for permanent residence from within the United States is pending. If only your related work permit is delayed, choose a work permit category.

Applying for permanent residence from within the U.S.
I-13004

Family petition

Choose this option if an I-130 petition filed by your U.S. citizen or permanent resident relative to establish a qualifying family relationship is pending.

I-130 approval alone does not grant a Green Card.
I-53905

Extension or change of status

Choose this option if your I-539 application to extend or change temporary immigration status is pending, such as an H-4 extension.

Separate from a work permit application
N-40006

Naturalization

Choose N-400 if your naturalization application is pending. If you have had an interview, you can include the date in the additional information field.

Your interview date helps us review your case.
CONSULAR07

Visa application

Choose this option if your visa case is pending at a U.S. embassy or consulate. Include your interview date and any administrative processing details, if applicable.

Legal options depend on the stage of your case.
OTHER08

Not sure?

If your application is not listed or you are unsure of the category, choose “Other / Not sure.” Briefly describe the application that is pending.

You can also tell us about multiple pending cases.

Let’s Review Your Case

Tell us briefly about your situation. Our team will contact you for a free preliminary evaluation.

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