EOIR Reinstates Memo on Legal Advocacy by Non-Representatives in Immigration Court

EOIR Acting Director Sirce Owen issued Policy Memorandum (PM) 25-18 rescinding the 5/5/22 Director’s Memorandum (DM) 22-06, which provided guidance on utilizing the Friend of the Court model in removal proceedings before the immigration courts, and reinstating the 11/21/19 PM 20-05, which reaffirms principles related to legal advocacy by non-representatives in immigration court proceedings.

Related Resources

• EOIR Director Provides Guidance on Friend of the Court Model in Removal Proceedings (5/5/22)
• EOIR Releases Memo on Legal Advocacy By Non-Representatives in Immigration Court (11/21/19)