USCIS Ombudsman

The USCIS Ombudsman’s Office assists individuals and employers in resolving immigration problems with USCIS, identifies areas in which individuals and employers have problems in dealing with USCIS and proposes changes to mitigate immigration problems identified by the public.

“I hired Carl and his team of attorneys to help me acquire permanent residency in the United States. Carl has extensive experience both as an INS Prosecutor, and in private practice, which gives him a thorough understanding of the entire immigration process. He is also well-versed in U.S. immigration policy, and keeps up with the latest trends in immigration law.” (More client reviews…)

• USCIS Ombudsman – (DHS Web Site)

ANNUAL REPORTS

• Ombudsman’s Annual Report 2010
• USCIS Response to the Ombudsman’s 2010 Annual Report
• Ombudsman’s Annual Report 2009
• Ombudsman’s Annual Report 2008
• Ombudsman’s Annual Report 2007
• Ombudsman’s Annual Report 2006
• Ombudsman’s Annual Report 2005
• Ombudsman’s Annual Report 2004

CONTACTING THE OMBUDSMAN

• Solving Case Problems
• Case Problem Submission Worksheet (Form DHS-7001)
• Send Your Recommendations

ABOUT THE OMBUDSMAN

• January Contreras Appointed as New USCIS Ombudsman (November 23, 2009)
• Legislation Establishing the USCIS Ombudsman

TELECONFERENCE SERIES

• The Adjudication of L-1B “Specialized Knowledge” Worker Petitions: How is it Working for You? (2-7-12)
• Survivor Benefits under INA §204(l): A Conversation with USCIS (9-11-11)
• U Visas: A Conversation with the Department of State and USCIS (8-11-11)
• Federal Change of Address Procedures (7-28-11)
• The SAVE Program (7-27-11)
• Family-Based Retrogression (7-18-11)