Resources for immigrants in New York

…who are representing themselves in court and do not have a lawyer. To access the services from a detention center, dial 2150# · To contact on behalf of a detainee: immcenter@americanbar.org. | Website · ** Does not offer services for Credible Fear and/or Asylu…

…First · Human Rights First is a referral service that connects lawyers with detained and non-detained individuals seeking asylum before immigration courts in New York. No walk-ins accepted, must make an appointment. Spanish, French, Arabic and other languages …

…green card through certain humanitarian protections, such as asylum, refugee status, T visas, SJIS, U visas, and their dependents · You can see a more detailed list on USCIS’s website. · “Your eligibility for benefits and services for which you are entitled ha…

An immigration lawyer can evaluate the person’s immigration history and determine what legal options may be available. That can include representing them in removal proceedings. When someone is eligible, the immigration lawyer can seek release through an immig…

…New Americans hotline: 1-800-566-7636 · American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) directory: https://www.ailalawyer.com/ · In New York City: Call 311 for Legal Support Center screenings · NYLAG’s Immigrant Protection Unit: nylag.org · You can also find p…

…loved one is detained in New York City and cannot afford a lawyer, free legal services are available through the New York Immigrant Family Unity Project (NYIFUP). The referral form is available here. · Also Read: How to Report and Prevent Notario Fraud in Immi…

…· Sanctuary for Families · Sanctuary for Families provides free legal care and other services for survivors of domestic violence, sex trafficking and gender based violence. Their lawyers can help you handle family court cases. · For 24/7 emergency assistance r…

…have the right to a public defender who can represent them free of charge,” he added. · In New York City, individuals who cannot afford a lawyer can ask for free legal representation from a public defender through one of these organizations: The New York Legal…

When you are looking for a lawyer or an accredited representative to help you, it is important to know your rights. It does not matter if you are paying the lawyer or if they are helping you for free (free services are also known as “pro bono”), they have the …

To find a good lawyer, it is important to work with someone who has experience in immigration law. You can use the American Immigration Lawyers Association website to search for a member who has the specialty needed for your immigration case. You can check if …