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Date Published: 12/19/2016
LGBTQ immigrants enjoy the same rights under immigration law as all other non-citizens. However, there are some areas where LGBTQ immigrants might face unique challenges. This resource is an outline of some special considerations for LGBTQ immigrants.
Date Published: 12/19/2016
An analysis of America’s counties and their voluntary assistance with deportations.
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The Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC ) , Catholic Charities of Atlanta, the Latin American Association, and the New Americans Campaign are offering a special one-day training on January 25, 2017 . This training will begin with a review of the general requirements for naturalization including...
Date Published: 12/14/2016
This resource identifies and explains some key provisions that cities and counties can enact in order to protect immigrants from discrimination and deportation.
Date Published: 12/13/2016
In this issue: The ILRC outlines key priorities for 2017; Post-Conviction Relief and Protecting Constitutional Rights; Immigrants Benefit from California’s New Marijuana Reform; Harris County, TX: The “Deportation Capital” of the U.S.; California has the opportunity to lead the nation with dignity...
Date Published: 09/28/2017
October 2017 report by the ILRC and Professor Tom K. Wong estimating the cost that ending DACA would have to the Social Security and Medicare trust funds over ten years. The report that concludes that the end of DACA will lead to $39.3 billion in losses to Social Security and Medicare contributions...
Date Published: 12/08/2016
Naturalization and U.S. Citizenship: The Essential Legal Guide. The Immigrant Legal Resource Center continues to write the most accessible comprehensive guide on the naturalization process and citizenship. This indispensable guide thoroughly addresses the entire process of representing a...
Date Published: 03/01/2017
Every family should have a Family Preparedness Plan. While it is our hope that you never have to use your plan, it is a good practice to have one in place to help reduce the stress of the unexpected. This packet will help everyone create a Family Preparedness Plan, regardless of immigration status...
Date Published: 12/05/2016
This information sheet provides important updates to community members about the status of DACA, what steps to take to be informed about their legal options, and summarizes basic constitutional rights of everyone regardless of immigration status.
Date Published: 11/29/2016
This Question and Answer (Q&A) addresses potential changes in a Trump administration, written for domestic violence and sexual assault advocates and attorneys who are serving immigrant survivors of gender-based violence. This information may change as we learn more about the plans of the...
Date Published: 11/23/2016
This advisory contains general information shared by USCIS staff during multiple stakeholder events in 2016. It is authored by ASISTA, ICWC, ILRC, AILA, Just Neighbors Ministry, and Sanctuary for Families.
Date Published: 11/23/2016
During this podcast, we discuss the impact on a California Driver’s License of having your DACA expire or be terminated. We also review in detail how you can switch to an AB 60 Driver’s License. In Spanish
Date Published: 04/28/2017
It’s important for everyone to know their rights if approached by an immigration (ICE) agent as well as how families can best prepare for something happening. This resource provides practical tips for things immigrant families can do now to prepare as well as information on rights everyone has in...
Date Published: 11/10/2016
President-elect Donald Trump pledged to end DACA when he becomes President. Trump will not be President until he is inaugurated on January 20, 2017. Until that time, DACA will remain in place and USCIS will continue to process both initial and renewal DACA requests. This resource includes details...
Date Published: 11/04/2016
During this discussion, presenters focused on educational institutions above and beyond high schools and colleges that may qualify DACA applicants for eligibility. They shared learnings from the field about the kinds of adult education, vocational, and other instructional opportunities that have...
Date Published: 10/20/2016
A new law will go into effect January 1, 2017 that will provide people who are no longer in custody with a new way to vacate legally invalid convictions. This advisory discusses how the law can help immigrants erase old convictions thus opening up new pathways to immigration relief.
Date Published: 02/15/2017
New federal court cases continue to dismantle ICE’s detainer system. This brief summary captures the key court rulings that have changed the landscape on immigration detainers.
Date Published: 09/29/2016
AB 813 Provides a New Vehicle to Vacate a California Conviction SB 1242 Makes the 364-Day Misdemeanor Law Retroactive SB 2792 (TRUTH Act) Protects the Rights of Immigrants in California Jails
Date Published: 09/29/2016
This report provides a thorough analysis of California’s Proposition 64, or The Adult Use of Marijuana Act, and its potential impact on immigrants with marijuana offenses. The report covers the intersection of immigration and criminal law, the current impact of marijuana offenses on a variety of...
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On Thursday, June 23, 2016, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a split decision in the case of U.S. v. Texas, letting stand the preliminary injunction of the expanded Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA+) program and Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents (DAPA...
Date Published: 09/07/2016
This advisory describes how practitioners with clients whose DACA renewal is outside of processing time or whose biometrics appointment notice is delayed can elevate their cases for resolution with USCIS.
Date Published: 09/07/2016
Letter from 380 national, state, and local non-profit organizations to President Obama requesting that he expand Temporary Protected Status for El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala and provide relief from deportation to 1.2 million undocumented immigrants.
Date Published: 09/06/2016
Letter from 102 law professors and scholars in the areas of immigration, migration, administrative, and international law to President Obama outlining the legal authority for the use of Temporary Protected Status for El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala to provide relief from deportation to 1.2...
Date Published: 08/22/2016
Since the publication of the 3rd edition of this guide in 2016, the DACA program has undergone a number of policy and processing changes. While this publication is still available for purchase, please visit our DACA page for updated information. This third edition of DACA: The Essential Legal Guide...
Date Published: 08/19/2016
Policy statement in opposition to U.S. Customs and Border Protection's proposal to collect the social media information of individuals entering the United States through the Visa Waiver Program.
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**This is a package that includes two separate webinars that will be held on different dates.** Understanding FOIA and Other Records Requests October 4 - 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Pacific Time MCLE: 1.5 CA Presenters : Lena Graber , ILRC Special Projects Attorney and Alison Kamhi , ILRC Staff Attorney...
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**This is a package that includes two separate webinars that will be held on different dates.** Waivers for Unlawful Presence: I-601 and Expanded I-601A Provisional Waiver October 18 - 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Pacific Time MCLE: 1.5 CA Presenters: Allison Davenport , ILRC Staff Attorney, Jose Magaña-...
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**This is a package that includes three separate webinars that will be held on different dates.** Parole in Immigration Law October 25 - 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Pacific Time MCLE: 1.5 CA Presenters : Alison Kamhi , ILRC Staff Attorney, Jose Magaña-Salgado , ILRC Policy Attorney, and Erin Quinn , ILRC...
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**This is a package that includes two separate webinars that will be held on different dates.** The Categorical Approach October 20 - 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Pacific Time MCLE: 1.5 CA Presenters : Kathy Brady , ILRC Senior Staff Attorney, Brigit G. Alvarez , Principal Attorney – Law Office of Brigit G...
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One paid registration per individual participant is required for all webinars. This webinar will provide an up-to-date overview of the new USCIS guidance on extreme hardship that takes effect December 5, 2016. Panelists will review the factors outlined by USCIS as well as the legal standard...