An immigration case is not necessarily lost simply because an immigration judge denies asylum, withholding of removal, or another form of relief. Likewise, an unfavorable decision by the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) does not always mean that all available legal remedies have been exhausted....
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Another piece of good news from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. Morozova v. Blanche, No. 25-4067, is being considered for an upcoming oral argument calendar in Pasadena. The Ninth Circuit has advised counsel that the case is being considered for a 2027 Pasadena sitting and has requested that the parties identify any scheduling conflicts....
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On September 16, 2026, I had the opportunity to argue Fertikh v. Blanche, No. 25-7834, before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in Pasadena, California. Arguing before the Ninth Circuit was a memorable professional experience. The Pasadena courthouse itself adds to the atmosphere—the beautiful historic building, with its colonial-style architecture and impressive interior, provides a striking setting for a federal appellate argument. The appeal raises important questions concerning procedural due process in immigration proceedings, including adequate notice, denial of a continuance, and whether a respondent was provided a meaningful opportunity to prepare and present his case. For me, one of...
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