Form G-28. Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative

The G-28, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney or Accredited Representative, is a form used to notify the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that an attorney or accredited representative is representing an applicant or petitioner in an immigration case.

The form consists of several fields, including the applicant or petitioner's name, address, and alien registration number, as well as the representative's name, address, and contact information.

The parties involved in this form are the applicant or petitioner and the attorney or accredited representative. It is important to consider that only attorneys or accredited representatives can complete this form, and it must be signed by both the applicant or petitioner and the representative.

The data required when compiling the form includes the representative's contact information, as well as the applicant or petitioner's information. Additional documents that must be attached include a copy of the applicant or petitioner's USCIS form and a statement of representation.

An application example of this form is when an individual hires an attorney to represent them in an immigration case. The attorney will complete and submit the G-28 form to the USCIS to notify them of their representation.

The strengths of this form include ensuring that the USCIS is aware of the representation and can communicate with the representative directly. Weaknesses may include errors or incomplete information that could delay the processing of the case.

Alternative forms to the G-28 include the G-28I, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney in Matters Outside the Geographical Confines of the United States, and the G-28A, Notice of Entry of Appearance as Attorney in Matters Pending Before the Executive Office for Immigration Review. These forms are used for similar purposes, but have slight differences in their application and submission requirements.

Compiling and submitting the G-28 form correctly can have a significant impact on the outcome of the immigration case, as it ensures that the representative is authorized to communicate with the USCIS regarding the case. The form is typically submitted electronically or by mail, and a copy should be stored for record-keeping purposes.