Immigration Rights and Legal Services
If you or someone you know is facing deportation concerns, there are several legal resources and organizations that can provide support, guidance, and representation. Here are some suggestions:
National Resources
- American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
- Website: www.aila.org
- AILA can help you find an immigration attorney in your area and provides resources for individuals facing immigration-related issues.
- Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC)
- Website: www.ilrc.org
- Offers legal resources, know-your-rights information, and referrals to legal assistance.
- National Immigration Law Center (NILC)
- Website: www.nilc.org
- Advocates for immigrant rights and offers legal information on deportation, DACA, and other immigration issues.
- Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC)
- Website: www.cliniclegal.org
- Provides resources and a directory of nonprofit immigration legal services.
- Families for Freedom (FFF)
- Website: https://familiesforfreedom.org/resource
- Offers a financial handbook for families facing deportation or detention, as well as a form to request accompaniment to ICE check-ins.
Local Legal Aid
- State or County Bar Associations: Many state and local bar associations offer lawyer referral services or pro bono programs for those with limited financial resources.
- Legal Aid Organizations: Look for nonprofit legal aid services in your area that specialize in immigration law. Websites like LawHelp.org can help you find local legal aid.
Know-Your-Rights Information
- National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC)
- Website: www.immigrantjustice.org
- Provides resources on what to do if you’re detained or facing deportation.
- American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
- Website: www.aclu.org
- Offers comprehensive guides on immigration rights and what to do during interactions with ICE.
Hotline Support
- United We Dream Deportation Defense Hotline: Call 1-844-363-1423 for advice and support in cases of detainment or deportation.
- Rapid Response Networks: Many cities have rapid response teams or hotlines to help in emergency deportation situations. Check with local immigrant advocacy groups.
CCA Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 800-833-8707: Call to request free legal consultation with an advice attorney, referrals to state and local legal aid organizations and bar associations, and counseling for any matter on your mind.
- BeWell by CCA Platform: Register on ccaplatform.com/go/cuny to access legal forms and documents as well as resources to support emotional and physical wellbeing.
