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The ImmigrationProf Blog explains that a Montana court struck down nearly all of LR-121 because its immigration determinations and service denials were preempted by federal law. The post identifies Shahid Haque as MIJA's lead attorney, Brian Miller as pro bono co-counsel, and notes the earlier injunction and failed state motions to dismiss.
This legal-academic account presents the decision as the culmination of a sustained litigation strategy, not a single hearing. It also recognizes the collaboration behind Shahid and MIJA's victory.