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Updated on July 11, 2025

Beginning in May, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been orally requesting dismissal of both represented and unrepresented noncitizens’ removal proceedings in immigration court. Once the immigration judge grants dismissal, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents then arrest the noncitizen in or around immigration court buildings with the goal of placing them in expedited removal. Expedited removal is a process through which ICE can detain someone without access to release under bond and deport a person without giving them a hearing in immigration court.This Oral Opposition to Dismissal Template for Pro Se Respondents provides pro se noncitizens guidance on how to oppose a DHS motion to dismiss.

Written by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG). Legally reviewed by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG).

Updated on July 11, 2025

This guide and template motion can be used by pro se respondents in immigration court to request that the immigration judge change their hearing from in-person to virtual via WebEx. This guide and template do not constitute legal advice.

Written by Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC). Legally reviewed by Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC).

Updated on July 11, 2025

Given the Trump administration’s attempts to terminate the Parole Process for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans (CHNV), and the uncertain futures of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA), it’s critical to rescreen beneficiaries of these protections for all other forms of immigration relief. This advisory reviews some of the most common forms of relief that may be available to TPS, DACA, and parole beneficiaries. It also provides tips on screening for inadmissibility, which is a prerequisite to many types of relief.

Written by Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC). Legally reviewed by Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC).

Updated on July 11, 2025

There are reports that the Department of Homeland Security is moving to recalendar all administratively closed cases pending before the immigration court. Note that recalendaring is not automatic under the regulations and the Immigration Judge is required to consider various factors when determining whether to recalendar proceedings. This template opposition to recalendaring, drafted by CLINIC and AILA, can be adapted by practitioners to fit their client's needs

Written by Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC). Legally reviewed by Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC).

Updated on July 11, 2025

This practice pointer provides information on the White House’s “Project Homecoming” Proclamation and the Department of Homeland Security’s new program for noncitizens who wish to “self-deport.”

Written by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG). Legally reviewed by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG).

Updated on July 11, 2025

Written by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG). Legally reviewed by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG).

Updated on July 11, 2025

Beginning in May 2025, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been arresting noncitizens in or around immigration court buildings and subjecting them to expedited removal, following dismissal of their section 240 removal proceedings by ICE counsel. This Practice Alert explains briefly what has been happening and immediate steps practitioners should take to protect their clients and advise pro se respondents.

Written by Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC). Legally reviewed by Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC).

Updated on July 08, 2025

This resource can be shared by practitioners with clients they have identified as eligible for a T Visa to help them understand the eligibility requirements and process of applying.

Written by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG). Legally reviewed by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG).

Updated on July 08, 2025

This explainer goes over the ICE enforcement tactic of arresting people at their immigration court hearings as well as a recent Board of Immigration Appeals Decision that further restricts who can ask an immigration judge for a bond to get out of detention. That decision is called Matter of Q. Li.

Written by Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC). Legally reviewed by Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC).

Updated on July 08, 2025

This resource explains the process of terminating a TPS designation and issues that practitioners should watch out for.