Green Card Delays Are Affecting Thousands – Here’s How One Houston Law Firm Is Helping Clients Fight Back

Green Card Delays Are Affecting Thousands – Here’s How One Houston Law Firm Is Helping Clients Fight Back

For many immigrants, securing a green card represents more than just a legal status; it’s a path to stability, security, and opportunity. But in recent months, applicants across the U.S. have experienced a troubling trend: extended delays, stalled applications, and confusing updates from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

In Houston, a growing number of these frustrated individuals have turned to Mokolo Law Firm, a legal practice known for its strategic handling of immigration matters. From family-based petitions to adjustment of status and consular processing, the firm is stepping in to help clients navigate the red tape and regain control of their immigration journeys.

A Bureaucratic Bottleneck

The causes of green card delays are layered and complex. Staffing shortages at USCIS, outdated processing systems, and residual backlogs from pandemic-era shutdowns have all contributed to the problem. In some cases, applicants are waiting months — even years — beyond published processing timelines.

“This isn’t just about paperwork being slow,” says Uzo Mokolo, lead immigration attorney at Mokolo Law Firm. “It’s about families being separated, careers being put on hold, and lives left in limbo. People need answers, and more importantly, they need results.”

Real Impact, Real Solutions

Mokolo Law Firm has seen a rise in consultations from clients whose green card cases have been pending without updates. Some face Request for Evidence (RFE) notices with tight deadlines. Others are simply left in the dark, unsure whether their applications are being reviewed or ignored.

In response, the firm has built a specialized process for handling delayed cases, including:

• Filing Mandamus actions in federal court when necessary

• Direct liaison with USCIS through legal channels

• Strategic follow-ups and case escalation requests

• Reviewing petitions for overlooked errors or incomplete documentation

• Counseling clients on lawful travel, work authorization, and status maintenance during delays

What sets the firm apart is not just their legal knowledge, but their ability to act quickly and communicate clearly.

“People come to us not just because we understand immigration law,” says Attorney Uzo, “but because we’re willing to push back when silence becomes the answer from USCIS.”

A Voice for the Overlooked

While many firms focus on filing new applications, Mokolo Law Firm is earning praise for its work on stuck, mishandled, or forgotten cases — especially for those who can’t afford to wait another year. The firm’s clients include spouses of U.S. citizens, humanitarian petitioners, and professionals applying through employment-based categories.

For those experiencing green card delays, the message is clear: time is not always on your side, and legal intervention may be necessary.

“Waiting passively is no longer an option,” says Mokolo. “Delays aren’t just a nuisance, they can jeopardize your entire future. If you’re unsure about your case, it’s time to talk to someone who will actually fight for it.”