Seeking Legal Resources
The following is a list of resources students can use to seek legal help and learn more about immigration laws and policies.
- American Immigration Lawyer Association’s Find an Immigration Lawyer portal provides a database of immigration attorneys who can provide legal guidance and resources to students needing visa or immigration help.
- JusticiaLab’s Immigration Law Help is a database of immigration attorneys who can provide immigrants with legal assistance.
- Informed Immigrant is a digital hub and offline network offering up-to-date and accessible information and guidance for the undocumented immigrant community.
- Presidents’ Alliance on Higher Education provides resources and guidance for navigating higher education and career opportunities for undocumented, international, and refugee students.
- Northern Illinois Justice for Our Neighbors provides free high-quality legal services to low-income immigrants, engages in education and advocacy efforts and builds cross-cultural relationships. In addition to legal services provided by skilled attorneys at clinics across Northern Illinois, staff and volunteers provide hospitality and needed childcare, assist with requisite paperwork and offer a free legal consultation for every immigrant who comes to the clinic. Rooted in the United Methodist Church and moved by our faith to welcome immigrants, we are a non-profit organization that welcomes people of all background and faiths.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this webpage is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as legal advice. While we strive to present accurate and up-to-date information regarding immigration laws and policies, the content may not reflect the most current legal developments. For information regarding a student’s immigration status, please seek legal advice from a qualified immigration professional.