The immigration laws and regulations provide some avenues to apply for lawful status from within the U.S. or to seek relief from deportation. The eligibility requirements for these benefits and relief can be stringent, and the immigration agencies often adopt overly restrictive interpretations of the requirements. Learn about advocacy and litigation that has been and can be undertaken to ensure that noncitizens have a fair chance to apply for the benefits and relief for which they are eligible.
Recent Features
- Litigation
The Council filed a lawsuit to close the immigration courts and ensure due process.
- Litigation
This lawsuit seeks to compel government agencies to produce documents regarding family separation policies
- Fact Sheet
Deportations of parents and family members have serious consequences that affect children and extend to communities and the country as a whole.
