Understanding Master Hearing

Summary

A Master Hearing is your initial Immigration Court hearing to discuss your case. If you lack legal representation, you can represent yourself, request a continuance to find a lawyer, or seek help from pro bono organizations. For those in Memphis, Tennessee, Memphis Immigration Advocates can provide free legal aid.

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I am an asylum seeker. I just got out of the detention center after crossing the border with Mexico. I got an appointment to go to the immigration office and I got my next hearing appointment scheduled. It is called MASTER hearing. I would like to know what that means and what if I don’t have a lawyer to represent me on my appointment? I appreciate very much your help
A Master Hearing is your first hearing in Immigration Court, where you'll discuss your case's details. If you don't have a lawyer:
- You may represent yourself.
- The judge must explain your rights.
- You can request a continuance to find legal representation.
Consider pro bono organizations for free legal aid. May I know your location to assist better?
Memphis, Tennessee
Based on your location, you may reach out to the Memphis Immigration Advocates for free legal aid.

Memphis Immigration Advocates


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Union Avenue, Suite *, Memphis, TN *
Website: www.miamemphis.org