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Date Published: 12/01/2013
This handbook contains lessons learned and promising practice tips in the context of a team-based approach to serving human trafficking survivors. It is based on years of experience representing survivors of human trafficking acquired by the authors, national experts Lynette M. Parker, Cindy Liou,...
Date Published: 05/23/2016
The U Visa: Obtaining Status for Immigrant Victims of Crime will guide you through the entire process of handling an immigration case for a U visa applicant – from eligibility screening for U nonimmigrant status to communicating about the wait list and deferred action through adjustment of status...
Date Published: 05/01/2014
The VAWA Manual: Immigration Relief for Abused Immigrants is a completely revised edition of our popular, comprehensive guide for advocates working with immigrant survivors of domestic violence. Consisting of 11 chapters, this manual includes in-depth information on the following critical areas:...
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4th Edition now available - expanded content and samples! The U Visa: Obtaining Status for Immigrant Victims of Crime will guide you through the entire process of handling an immigration case for a U visa applicant—from eligibility screening for U nonimmigrant status through adjustment of...
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Immigrant children and youth may be eligible for special types of immigration relief available just for children, or they may be eligible for immigration relief in different ways than adults. In addition, separate procedures may and often do apply in the immigration process for children and youth...
Date Published: 07/01/2011
Remedies and Strategies for Permanent Resident Clients. Protect your permanent resident clients from being removed under a deportation or inadmissibility ground using the expert analysis and framework for representation contained in this manual. Designed as a “how to” manual, we provide clear,...
Date Published: 10/01/2014
Naturalization and U.S. Citizenship: The Essential Legal Guide. Now in its 13th Edition, the ILRC continues to write the most accessible comprehensive guide on the naturalization process and citizenship. Consisting of 14 chapters and extensive appendices, this indispensable guide thoroughly...
Date Published: 01/01/2003
Developing leadership skills among immigrant and refugee communities is more important now than ever. Since the attacks of September 11, 2001, there has been a widely reported increase in the hostilities, violence and discrimination against immigrant and refugee communities. Immigrant leaders, with...
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The central focus of the curriculum is to help immigrants develop and refine their leadership and advocacy skills, and to teach them how to help others apply for citizenship. Using interactive teaching techniques, the curriculum is designed to give every student an opportunity to practice the...
Date Published: 07/01/2014
This manual continues to be one of ILRC’s best-selling resources because it contains a unique combination of legal analysis and practice. This manual describes in detail the different standards applicable in hardship law, as well as the factors involved in that analysis; and it demonstrates how to...
Date Published: 02/19/2014
Learn more in this video . Families & Immigration: A Practical Guide is an essential tool for practitioners who assist in all aspects of family-sponsored immigration. This single volume resource is designed for everyday practice by new and seasoned immigration attorneys, immigration paralegals...
Date Published: 04/01/2008
Criminal defense attorneys who represent noncitizens and immigration attorneys alike have long relied on ILRC’s expertise and resources in defense of noncitizens in criminal and immigration proceedings. This manual shows step-by-step how to identify, analyze and defend against the adverse...
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Completely updated in 2014. A Guide for Immigration Advocates is a practical and essential tool for beginning immigration attorneys, immigration law firms employing paralegals, BIA accredited representatives, and nonprofit community-based organizations. The Guide is unique among immigration law...
Date Published: 01/01/2013
Now available and updated for 2013! The Case Update to the Defending Immigrants in the Ninth Circuit: Impact of Crimes under California and Other State Laws . The PDF provides the 2013 update only to the 10th Edition, and does not include the full book. Criminal defense attorneys who represent...
Date Published: 06/05/2015
This guide is a compilation of resources for immigrant youth living in the United States. It includes general descriptions of immigration relief as well as general advice on applying for benefits, driver’s licenses, financial aid for colleges, bank accounts and credit cards, filing taxes,...
Date Published: 02/09/2011
Advocacy Guide Training This Congressional and Media Advocacy Guide training packet, available in English and Spanish, is designed to facilitate immigrants working effectively with Members of Congress and reporters. The packet includes information on the following areas: Ten steps for successful...
Date Published: 05/13/2011
ILRC’s Anti-Fraud comic books are being made available to non-profit agencies and organizations throughout the United States. These agencies are gathering places for families and communities and are therefore well-placed to make these comic books available to the people who will most benefit from...
Date Published: 01/06/2012
Supplementary materials to the Representing Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Immigrants: Navigating the Challenges Faced by LGBT Clients Seeking Lawful Immigration Status webinar series.
Date Published: 04/24/2012
This Policy Memorandum articulates USCIS policy regarding assigning appropriate gender designations on documents issued to transgender individuals and the adjudication of benefits applications involving the marriage of transgender individuals.
Date Published: 08/30/2013
The Department of State answers frequently asked questions regarding non-immigrant and immigrant visa benefits for same-sex spouses.
Date Published: 08/30/2013
USCIS issued these frequently asked questions that address the eligibility and application process for same-sex spouses applying for immigration benefits.
Date Published: 08/30/2013
This practice advisory summarizes the immigration benefits for same-sex spouses after the U.S. Supreme Court decision in United States v. Windsor declared section 3 of DOMA (Defense of Marriage Act) unconstitutional. It covers family-based petitions (including VAWA) and nonimmigrant visas for same-...
Date Published: 05/08/2013
This resource describes all of the documents that will help in proving the requirements and where to obtain them. Special thanks to our Spring 2013 law students, Andrew Briggs and Maria Dominguez, for their efforts in helping create this resource.
Date Published: 10/10/2013
Deferred Action is a form of prosecutorial discretion that provides a work permit and relief from removal for two years to certain eligible undocumented youth. This fact sheet outlines the benefits of DACA, who is eligible and the requirements.
Date Published: 05/20/2015
This form screens for DACA eligibility and other immigration relief. It can be used by non-immigration attorney volunteers because it highlights the areas that need to be referred to an experienced immigration attorney or BIA-accredited representative.
Date Published: 05/19/2015
This is a sample cover letter that can be used when submitting a DACA application. This is a sample cover letter that can be used when submitting a DACA application.
Date Published: 05/19/2015
This is a checklist to help you gather all necessary documentation to apply for DACA.
Date Published: 11/26/2019
This guide provides step-by-step guidance on how to check if you have a criminal record from the FBI and state government agencies.
Date Published: 07/21/2014
These are step-by-step instructions on how to complete the form.