NIJC’s pro bono attorneys ensure access to justice and advocate for due process. Currently 62 individuals and families are in need of pro bono representation.
NIJC's Pro Bono Program continues to expand with opportunities available to volunteers and clients served across the United States. Here is a general overview of our Pro Bono Program.
NIJC attorneys provide best practices for working with asylum seekers and developing supporting evidence in order to prepare and present strong asylum claims.
These slides accompany the first part of a two-part virtual, pro bono asylum training led by experts from the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC).
This update provides an overview of the new bars to asylum announced by the Trump administration on October 20, 2020, which go into effect on November 20, 2020.
These slides accompany the second part of a two-part virtual, pro bono asylum training led by experts from the National Immigrant Justice Center (NIJC).
Fact sheet provides an overview of withholding of removal, including the basics of seeking protection in the United States, eligibility requirements, the application process, and data on applicants.
As we approach 2021, NIJC reviews the state of asylum today and how NIJC and pro bono attorneys continue to advocate for and defend the timeless right to seek asylum.
Updates and guidance for pro bono attorneys regarding the new and increased USCIS fees and fee waiver eligibility rules that go into effect on October 2, 2020.
*Last updated September 30, 2020.*
This summary provides an update on two new attacks on the U.S. asylum system and employment authorization eligibility for asylum seekers.
*Updated September 30, 2020*
In NIJC's Justice & Java series, asylum experts and pro bono attorneys from Jones Day and McDermott Will & Emery share their experiences and practice tips for navigating the current asylum system.
NIJC is at the forefront of the litigation and advocacy efforts to push back against the administration's attacks an asylum seekers and asylum protections.
This practice advisory provides an overview of the Attorney General's decision in Matter of A-B-, legal developments after the decision, and best practices and guidance for responding to the decision.
