Technical Assistance, Mentorship & Training

Helping Immigration Lawyers Navigate Federal Habeas Litigation

“Jennie is a mighty force—one of the most effective habeas practitioners and removal defense attorneys in the United States.

As increased targeting of immigrant and refugee neighbors has led to complex, heartbreaking detentions and deportations, Jennie, time and time again, is a critical guide and resource.”

 – Aisa Villarosa, Colleague, Attorney-at-Law

Jennie Pasquarella | The Habeas Project | Civil Rights Attorney specializing in immigration law and federal habeas litigation

Jennie Pasquarella | Civil Rights Attorney Specializing in Immigration Law | Principal, The Habeas Project

HABEAS LITIGATION TRAINING

What I Offer

Immigration law is complex, and federal habeas litigation is an arena few immigration lawyers have had reason to practice in. Filing habeas petitions requires a different set of skills, and without guidance, even experienced practitioners can feel stuck.

If you have a client in unlawful immigration detention and need support with a federal habeas petition, I can help.

I offer mentorship, technical assistance, and training for immigration lawyers navigating federal habeas litigation. This includes reviewing briefs, helping identify your strongest legal arguments, providing guidance on federal court procedures, and walking you through the litigation process.

Whether you need a one-time consultation or ongoing support throughout your case, I can tailor the assistance to fit your needs.

By building federal litigation capacity within the immigration bar, we can challenge unlawful detention more effectively and help more clients secure release.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • I offer mentorship, technical assistance, and training for lawyers representing clients in unlawful immigration detention who are navigating federal habeas litigation for the first time or want additional guidance on complex cases.

  • Technical assistance can include reviewing habeas petitions and briefs, helping identify the strongest legal arguments, advising on federal court procedures and deadlines, and providing strategic guidance throughout the litigation process.

  • Yes. I offer both one-time consultations for specific questions or filings, as well as ongoing mentorship and support throughout the life of a case. The level of involvement can be tailored to your needs.

  • Absolutely. Many immigration lawyers have limited experience in federal court. I work alongside practitioners to help them understand the process, build confidence, and develop the skills needed to effectively litigate habeas cases.

  • Yes. I provide trainings and workshops for law firms, nonprofits, and legal organizations focused on federal habeas litigation, detention challenges, and related topics. Trainings can be customized based on your team’s experience and needs.

  • You can get in touch through the form on my Contact page to discuss your case or training needs. From there, we can determine the type of support that would be most helpful.

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What People Are Saying

  • “I worked closely with Jennie on a habeas petition and an emergency PI/TRO involving a Vietnamese national detained by ICE, and she was exceptional at every stage of the case on an extremely truncated timeline. She is incredibly smart, strategic, and passionate about her clients, with a rare ability to thoroughly work through every legal argument while remaining extremely responsive and in constant communication with clients and their families.”

    – Tiffany Wang, Colleague, Attorney-at-Law

  • “Jennie’s passion, skill, and determination are unmatched. She is the reason my client was able to reunite with his sick wife after being indefinitely detained. Jennie is a wealth of knowledge and most importantly, kindness. Habeas, her expertise, is carving a path of hope for detainees. She is, unequivocally, the person to assist.”

    – G.M., Colleague, Attorney-at-Law

  • “I had the privilege of working alongside Jennie Pasquarella in a case that garnered national attention, including coverage by PBS. Her dedication and expertise in habeas corpus litigation are truly remarkable. Her ability to navigate the legal system with precision and compassion, while achieving impactful results is a testament to her extraordinary skill and commitment.”

    – Mo Hamoudi, Colleague, Attorney-at-Law

  • “Jennie is a brilliant, creative, and unrelenting legal advocate. Her commitment to her clients and her expertise in immigration and habeas law are unparalleled.”

    – Jessica Bansal, Colleague, Attorney-at-Law