HSD Immigration Lawyer

The firm is led by Attorney Rabindra (Rabi) Singh, who has been:

• Selected as a "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers magazine in New Jersey.
• Rated 10.0 on AVVO with multiple "Clients' Choice" awards.
• Rated as one of the three best immigration lawyers in Naperville, Illinois by Three Best Rated.
• A contributing author to ILW's PERM Book and to publications including Law360, New Jersey Law Journal and ILW's Immigration Daily.

HSD Immigration Lawyer routinely represents clients before:

• U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
• U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)
• U.S. Department of State (DOS)
• Local USCIS District Field Offices
• Immigration Courts
• Board of Alien Labor Certification Appeals (BALCA)
• Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA)
• Administrative Appeals Office (AAO)
• U.S. Federal District Courts

Mission and philosophy

• Focus exclusively on U.S. immigration law.
• Help clients secure and defend their U.S. visas and lawful immigration status.
• Provide high-quality, cost-effective representation.
• Offer dedicated, timely and professional service in all immigration matters.

Office locations

HSD Immigration Lawyer serves clients nationwide and maintains offices in several states:

Illinois

• Chicago, IL
• Phone: (312) 291-1234
• Naperville, IL
• Phone: (312) 291-1234

New Jersey

• Jersey City, NJ
• Phone: (732) 231-2898
• Clark, NJ
• Phone: (732) 231-2898

North Carolina

• Raleigh, NC
• Phone: (919) 244-2664
• Chapel Hill, NC
• Phone: (919) 244-2664

How to contact the firm

• Toll-free phone: 844-473-4664 ("Contact us" line shown on the website).
• Local office numbers: see the list above for Chicago, Naperville, Jersey City, Clark, Raleigh and Chapel Hill.
• Online: visitors can use the "Schedule A Consultation" or contact form on the website (https://hsdimmigrationlawyer.com) to request a consultation or send a message to the firm.

This document does not list fees, consultation charges or office hours. If a caller asks about pricing or availability, direct them to contact HSD Immigration Lawyer using the phone numbers or the website contact form so they can receive current information directly from the firm.

Administrative review options

Motion to Reopen

• A Motion to Reopen asks the office that issued the unfavorable decision to review its decision based on new facts.
• The motion must:
• State the new facts.
• Be supported by affidavits or other documentary evidence.
• Demonstrate eligibility as of the time the underlying application or petition was filed.

Motion to Reconsider

• A Motion to Reconsider asks the same office to review its decision based on an incorrect application of law or policy.
• The motion must establish that the prior decision was incorrect based on the evidence already in the record at the time of the decision.

Administrative Appeals

• Certain decisions may be appealed to:
• The USCIS Administrative Appeals Office (AAO), or
• The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) within the Department of Justice.
• The denial or revocation notice typically explains whether an appeal is available and where it must be filed.

Judicial review options

Federal Court Complaint under the Administrative Procedure Act (APA)

• A federal district court complaint under the Administrative Procedure Act (APA) can seek review of an unfavorable USCIS decision.
• This is typically used when USCIS:
• Fails to properly interpret and apply the relevant statute; or
• Disregards its own binding policy guidance.
• Plaintiffs may seek:
• A declaration that USCIS's actions were arbitrary, capricious, or not in accordance with law; and
• An order requiring USCIS to reconsider or reverse the decision as allowed by law.

Writ of Mandamus

• A Writ of Mandamus can be used when the government fails to act despite a clear duty to do so.
• In the immigration context, it is often used to challenge unreasonably delayed adjudications.
• A mandamus plaintiff generally must show:

1. A clear right to the relief requested.
2. A clear duty on the part of the government to perform the act.
3. No other adequate remedy is available.

• A mandamus action compels the government to issue a decision; it does not guarantee that the decision will be an approval.

Writ of Habeas Corpus

• A Writ of Habeas Corpus may be filed in federal district court to challenge the lawfulness of an individual's detention.
• Once filed, the court retains jurisdiction over the petition even if the person is transferred to another facility outside the district.

Key clarifications based on the firm's FAQs

• Appeal vs. refile: Appealing a denial challenges the legal reasoning and can preserve the original filing date, while filing a new application may allow submission of new evidence. The best approach depends on whether the problem lies in the adjudication or the original record.
• Appeal rights: A USCIS decision can generally be appealed only if the written decision or denial notice states that an appeal is available and specifies where to file it.
• Mandamus does not guarantee approval: A Writ of Mandamus can require the agency to act on a long-pending case but does not control whether the decision is an approval, denial, or Request for Evidence (RFE).
• Federal litigation and removal: Filing a federal lawsuit about a benefits application does not automatically stop removal (deportation) proceedings; a separate stay of removal or other relief is required.

This document summarizes the types of administrative and judicial review matters HSD Immigration Lawyer handles and the general concepts involved. It is not individualized legal advice. Callers seeking help with a denial, delay, or detention issue should be directed to contact the firm for a case-specific consultation.

Employer compliance and worksite enforcement

HSD Immigration Lawyer counsels corporate clients on a variety of immigration compliance and enforcement issues, including:

• Worksite enforcement and immigration compliance planning.
• Representation during U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) audits.
• Guidance on I-9 employment eligibility verification compliance and audits.
• Advising employers on recordkeeping, internal audits and best practices to reduce compliance risk.

The firm works to protect employers' interests when their immigration and labor practices are scrutinized by government agencies.

Removal defense and agency proceedings

In addition to affirmative applications, HSD Immigration Lawyer represents individuals in defensive and appellate immigration matters before:

• Immigration Courts in removal (deportation) proceedings.
• The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA).
• The Board of Alien Labor Certification Appeals (BALCA).
• The Administrative Appeals Office (AAO).

The firm also represents clients in matters involving:

• Adverse decisions from USCIS and other immigration agencies.
• Related appeals or motions within the administrative system.

This document describes the types of compliance and enforcement matters the firm handles. It does not set fees, guarantee any result, or describe specific success rates. For case-specific analysis, callers should be referred to contact HSD Immigration Lawyer directly.

Employment-based immigration services

HSD Immigration Lawyer regularly represents employers and foreign national workers in a wide range of employment-based immigration matters, including:

Employment-based green cards

• EB-1 immigrant visas (priority workers, including certain multinational managers and executives, individuals with extraordinary ability, and outstanding professors and researchers).
• EB-2 immigrant visas (members of the professions holding advanced degrees or individuals with exceptional ability), including PERM-based cases.
• EB-3 immigrant visas (skilled workers, professionals and other workers).
• PERM Labor Certification applications for employment-based permanent residence.

Employment-based nonimmigrant visas

The firm prepares and files a variety of work visa petitions, such as:

• H-1B specialty occupation visas and related extensions or amendments.
• L-1 intracompany transferee visas (L-1A and L-1B).
• TN visas for professionals under the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA/NAFTA).
• O visas for individuals with extraordinary ability.
• P visas for athletes, artists and entertainers.
• R visas for religious workers.
• U visas for certain victims of qualifying crimes.

HSD Immigration Lawyer counsels corporate clients of all sizes on strategic planning for hiring and retaining foreign talent and on maintaining immigration compliance throughout the lifecycle of an employee's sponsorship.

Investment-based immigration services

Recognizing the importance of foreign investment in strengthening the U.S. economy, HSD Immigration Lawyer represents entrepreneurs and investors from around the world in obtaining investment-based visas, including:

• E-1 Treaty Trader visas.
• E-2 Treaty Investor visas.
• New Company L-1A visas for multinational managers and executives starting or expanding a U.S. office.
• EB-5 immigrant investor petitions.

The firm advises investors and business owners on:

• Selecting appropriate visa categories based on their business model and goals.
• Preparing business plans and supporting documentation required for investment-based filings.
• Coordinating with U.S. consulates and USCIS on visa processing and adjudications.

This document describes the types of matters the firm handles. It does not set legal fees, success rates, or processing times. For case-specific strategy, pricing or timeline estimates, callers should be directed to schedule a consultation with HSD Immigration Lawyer.

• Family-sponsored immigrant visas and green card applications for spouses, children, parents and other qualifying relatives.
• Adjustment of Status (AOS) applications for eligible family members already in the United States.
• Consular processing support for relatives applying for immigrant visas at U.S. consulates and embassies abroad.

The firm guides families through the end-to-end process, from initial strategy to document preparation, filing, and interview preparation.

Humanitarian benefits and waivers

HSD Immigration Lawyer handles a range of humanitarian and waiver-based immigration matters, including:

• Asylum and refugee-related benefits.
• Humanitarian-based applications and relief where available under U.S. immigration law.
• Immigration waivers to help clients overcome certain immigration-related grounds of inadmissibility when permitted by statute or regulation.

The firm focuses on defending the rights of vulnerable individuals, including those seeking protection or discretion-based relief.

Naturalization and citizenship

HSD Immigration Lawyer represents clients in:

• Naturalization applications (N-400) for lawful permanent residents seeking U.S. citizenship.
• Preparation for naturalization interviews, including mock interview sessions.

Based on the website's description, the firm provides detailed guidance on the process and helps clients understand eligibility, documentary requirements, and interview preparation.

This document summarizes the firm's practice areas in family-based immigration, humanitarian benefits, and naturalization. It does not provide individualized legal advice or guarantee any outcome. For case-specific guidance, callers should be referred to contact HSD Immigration Lawyer directly for a consultation.

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