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SIJS: SIJS Predicate Order - POST-18 Guardianship

SIJS

This is a sample of an "Order Appointing Guardian of a Minor" (Post-18).

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02/27/24

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Special Immigrant Juvenile Status: Preparing a Predicate Order in IL

SIJS

This page supports pro bono attorneys in preparing Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) in Illinois.

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02/26/24

NIJC Asylum Training For Pro Bono Attorneys, Oct. 2023

Asylum
LGBTQ

Experts from the National Immigrant Justice Center train pro bono attorneys how to prepare and present a defensive asylum case. In this 2.5 hour training we talk about what is asylum, how to prepare your case, tips on working with asylum seekers and practical steps to presenting your case.

youtube.com/embed/ip_-LSfin1Q

10/13/23

Training Webinars

NIJC’s Explainer: DHS OPLA OFFERS OF PROSECUTORIAL DISCRETION AND MOTIONS TO DISMISS, Aug.2023

Asylum
LGBTQ

This explainer provides information on dismissal and its ramifications for clients in removal proceedings.

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08/24/23

Immigration Procedural Updates

Frequently Asked Questions: Employment Authorization for Asylum Applicants

Asylum

This document provides guidance and practice tips regarding employment authorization for asylum seekers.

THIS DOCUMENT IS CURRENTLY BEING UPDATED

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06/09/23

NIJC's Pro Bono Project: Detention

Detained

An overview of pro bono representation for adult detained matters with NIJC.

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04/24/23

NIJC Pro Bono Project: SIJS

SIJS

An overview for pro bono attorneys of NIJC's Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) project.

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04/24/23

Pro Bono Project: U Visa Applications

U Visa

An overview of NIJC's U Visa Pro Bono Project and pro bono representation in U Visa applications.

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04/24/23

NIJC Pro Bono Project: Asylum

An overview of pro bono representation for asylum cases with NIJC.

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04/24/23

NIJC Pro Bono Project: LGBTQ Immigrant Rights Initiative

LGBTQ

An overview of pro bono representation for LGBT matters with NIJC.

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04/24/23

Working With Interpreters On Pro Bono Immigration Matters: A Training For Attorneys, April 2023

Working with an interpreter may feel like an extra layer to an already complex pro bono immigration matter. This training is for pro bono attorneys to learn and discuss tips on making the experience successful for you, your client and the interpreter.

youtube.com/embed/qWmVeNHuMNw

04/21/23

Training Webinars

NIJC Training for Pro Bono Language Volunteers, April 2023

If you are, or desire to be, a volunteer interpreter for a pro bono immigration matter join us virtually to discuss practices for a successful experience.

youtube.com/embed/949LCQyPMs8

04/19/23

Training Webinars

Resources for Pro Bono Attorneys and Interpreters

This is a non-exhaustive list of resources to support pro bono attorneys and interpreters for successful pro bono case management.

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04/18/23

Pro Bono Training: Representing Immigrant Survivors Eligible for U Visas, April 2023

U Visa

NIJC staff prepares pro bono attorneys to assist immigrants victims of crimes who are eligible to petition for a U Visa.

youtube.com/embed/eO5aJILebG8

04/04/23

Training Webinars

SIJS: Illinois Laws Relating to Special Immigrant Juvenile Status

SIJS

This document provides a short overview of Illinois laws related to SIJS.

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03/30/23

Pro Bono Training: Representing Immigrant Survivors Of Domestic Violence (VAWA), March 2023

VAWA

NIJC prepares pro bono attorneys to assist immigrant survivors of domestic violence who are eligible to petition for protection under the VAWA. This training also includes practical tips for trauma-informed lawyering with survivors of domestic violence.

youtube.com/embed/VUWIBgFaXtI

03/09/23

Training Webinars

Instructions for Request for Unaccompanied Child ORR Case File Information

Child

Outside entities, attorneys, or other individuals seeking case file information for an unaccompanied child must make a request to ORR.

www.acf.hhs.gov/orr/policy-guidance/unaccompanied-children-program

02/27/23

Tips and Takeaway: E-Filing and MTAs for Defensive Asylum Matters, 10/13/2022

Asylum

APBCo-Chicago and NIJC pro bono partners compiled these "tips and tricks" during a bi-annual meeting about managing long-term, pro bono immigration matters.

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01/05/23

NIJC Procedural Manual for Asylum Representation (PDF)

NIJC’s asylum manual provides an overview of the U.S. asylum process and provides basic guidelines for attorneys representing asylum seekers.

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11/14/22

FAQ: Post-Win Information for Asylees and Pro Bono Attorneys (National Cases)

Asylum

FAQ: Post-Win Information for Asylees and Pro Bono Attorneys (National Cases)

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11/03/22

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