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Is a consular officer entitled to act as legal counsel for a detained alien?

April 26, 2017ACT Alien consular counsel detained entitled Legal officer

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Is a consular officer entitled to act as legal counsel for a detained alien?

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A. No. Consular officers are not permitted to practice law in the United States. They may, however, participate in litigation as “friends of the court,” and they may assist an alien and his/her legal counsel in preparation of the alien’s defense. Q.