Legal Resources

NIJC preparea pro bono attorneys to represent immigrant survivors of domestic violence and other qualifying crimes who are eligible to petition for a U Visa.

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05/04/21

Training Webinars

Updated Practice Alert for U Visa and Asylum Cases

USCIS rescinds its “blank space policy” for Form I-918, Form I-918 Supplement A, and Form I-589

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04/05/21

Immigration Procedural Updates

Sample: EOIR FOIA Request Cover Letter

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VAWA

A sample cover letter to request an EOIR FOIA.

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02/25/21

Sample: CBP FOIA Request Cover Letter

U Visa
VAWA

A sample cover letter to request a CBP FOIA.

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02/25/21

Instructions for Requesting Biometrics Appointments for Respondents in Removal Proceedings

This links to the instructions for requesting a biometrics (fingerprint) appointment for individuals seeking relief in removal proceedings, including asylum.

www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/legal-docs/Pre%20Order%20Instructions%20EOIR.pdf

12/29/20

Sample Certificate of Translation for Foreign Language Affidavits and Documents

Sample certificates of translation to submit with translated foreign language affidavits and documents.

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12/28/20

Sample certificate of service

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12/28/20

Pro Bono Alert: New USCIS Fees Go Into Effect on October 2, 2020

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.*

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09/30/20

Immigration Procedural Updates

Translation Form: Divorce Decree

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VAWA

A template to translate a foreign divorce decree.

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05/07/20

Legal citations relevant to U Visa, Appendices B(1)-(7) merged

U Visa

This document compiles statutes and regulations from the INA and CRF relevant to the U Visa.

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05/07/20

Sample: U Visa client deadline letter for supporting documents

U Visa

This is a sample letter establishing a deadline to submit supporting documents for U Visa clients.

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05/07/20

Translation Form: Marriage Certificate

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VAWA

A template to translate a foreign marriage certificate.

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05/07/20

Translation Template: Birth Certificate

U Visa
VAWA

A template to translate a foreign birth certificate.

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05/07/20

Disposition Chart

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VAWA

This one page information sheet, in English and Spanish, provides details on how and where clients can obtain certified disposition in various counties in the Chicago-land area.

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05/07/20

U Visa List of Documents, English and Spanish

U Visa

A list of document necessary to prepare a U Visa application, in English and Spanish.

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05/07/20

U VIsa Process Flow Chart - Spanish

U Visa

A flow chart of the U Visa process.

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02/05/20

Help new immigrants in your community on #GivingTuesday

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