A decision from an immigration judge does not have to be the last word. For the many immigrant families near Love Field, Bachman Lake, and the Harry Hines corridor, an appeal to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) can reopen options that seemed closed. The Piri Law Firm’s Northwest Dallas office at 10807 Harry Hines Blvd keeps experienced appellate representation close to home.
What an Appeal Can Achieve
The Board of Immigration Appeals is the highest administrative body for U.S. immigration law. Rather than retrying your case, it reviews the existing record to decide whether the immigration judge made an error of law or fact — and it can affirm, reverse, or send the case back to the judge for further proceedings. A remand can mean a fresh opportunity to be heard. The firm details its strategy on its BIA Appeals attorney page.
Act Before the 30-Day Deadline Closes
A Notice of Appeal generally must reach the Board of Immigration Appeals within 30 days of the decision. Northwest Dallas residents frequently have their hearings at the Dallas Immigration Court, so the appeal window can begin closing the moment a ruling is issued. Even with only days left, a timely filing can preserve your rights.
Persistence and Precision on Appeal
Michael Piri is licensed by the State Bar of Texas (Bar Card No. 24096771) and brings a focused, strategic approach to every appeal: a careful review of the record, sharp identification of legal and factual errors, on-time filings, and persuasive briefs written to the Board’s standards of review.
If the BIA denies the appeal, further review may be available at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. The USCIS website is the federal source for benefit and status information, and local resources are available through the City of Dallas and Dallas County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the BIA send my case back to the immigration judge?
Yes. The Board can affirm, reverse, or remand the case for further proceedings.
What if my appeal deadline is only days away?
Contact an attorney right away — a timely Notice of Appeal can preserve your right to appeal.
Do I need to attend a hearing for my BIA appeal?
Most appeals are decided on the written record and briefs, so the written arguments matter most.
Take Action Today
The clock is already running. Call The Piri Law Firm at (833) 600-0029 for a free consultation, or visit the Northwest Dallas office on Harry Hines Blvd. Learn more on the firm’s BIA Appeals page.

