U Visa Representation

Pacifica Law Group APC represents victims of qualifying crimes in obtaining U nonimmigrant status (U visas). The U visa is a critical form of immigration relief available to individuals who have suffered substantial physical or mental abuse as a result of certain criminal activity and who have been helpful to law enforcement in the investigation or prosecution of the crime.

Our firm assists clients through every stage of the U visa process, including obtaining law enforcement certification on Form I-918 Supplement B. When a law enforcement agency wrongfully denies a Supplement B certification request in California, we challenge those denials and advocate aggressively for our clients' right to certification. We have experience holding agencies accountable for failing to follow proper certification procedures under California law.

We also handle federal mandamus actions for USCIS cases that have been unreasonably delayed. When USCIS fails to adjudicate an immigration application within a reasonable time, our firm files suit in federal district court to compel the agency to act. If your case has been pending for an unreasonable period with no decision, a mandamus action may be the most effective way to force USCIS to process your application.

If you or a family member needs assistance with a U visa application, a Supplement B certification challenge, or a mandamus action against USCIS, contact Attorney Benjamin Hall at (415) 776-1633 or bhall@benhlaw.com for a consultation.