31/07/2026
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Today, I wanted to talk to you a bit about legal proceedings.
You might be wasting time, as many people believe that once a case is filed, the only option is to wait. However, in some cases, the law provides alternatives beyond simply waiting.
At our firm, we deal daily with cases facing long delays without any response from the administrative authorities. Waiting isn't always our only option.
A lawsuit against ANMA serves to alert the court—and the judge—to this delay, which in some instances may be deemed excessive.
It can be a viable alternative in situations such as family reunification, pending residency updates, stalled residency renewals, or even cases where no appointment has been scheduled.
There are countless scenarios where filing a lawsuit is an option, provided the case is analyzed beforehand.
It’s not about receiving preferential treatment; it’s simply about notifying the court of the delay, because otherwise, no one would know. Judges have no way of knowing about these delays.
That is why analyzing the case is essential before taking any action, whether in court or before the administrative authorities.
Don't just sit and wait—you have rights.
So, tell me: how long have you been waiting for your application to be approved, for your card to arrive, for an appointment, or for any other response? If the wait has been excessively long, speak to a lawyer; there may well be a solution.
