Staff Attorneys at ProBAR represent children seeking humanitarian immigration relief, support unrepresented children appearing before the immigration court, and connect children with advocates and other supportive services. We are looking for Staff Attorneys to join our stellar team!
To find out more about our open Staff Attorney positions, visit our job board: https://bit.ly/3ueWcQy
To learn about the work that we do, visit our website at: ambar.org/probar
Watch HERE: https://bit.ly/3BpGVRk
Happy New Year from all of us at the Commission on Immigration! We look forward to working with our members, advisory committee members, and liaisons, to meet the challenges and accomplishments in the new year.
In 2021, the ABA Immigration Justice Project of San Diego provided direct representation to 330 migrants, including 42 through pro bono attorneys. IJP also secured the release of 68 individuals from ICE detention.
In the immigration system, where access to counsel is not guaranteed, those who are detained throughout their removal proceedings are more than 1,000% more likely to succeed with counsel than without. We are extremely grateful for the hard work of IJP staff, along with the generosity of the pro bono attorneys and interpreters who work with us to broaden access to counsel and help their clients navigate an extremely complex court process.
Consider donating to IJP HERE: bit.ly/3mJpH9n
Located in Houston, Texas, the ABA Children's Immigration Law Academy an expert legal resource center which works to empower legal representatives for unaccompanied children. CILA builds capacity for those champions working to advance the rights of children seeking protection through trainings, technical assistance, and collaboration. This year, CILA’s small but mighty staff of seven worked to coordinate and present 50 trainings, respond to 400 requests for technical assistance, and host 22 working group meetings, all in addition to the creation of numerous key resources for advocates working with unaccompanied children including the updated pro bono manual. They also launched a social services initiative and youth page.
Check out their website at www.cilacademy.org to find out more including the pro bono manual HERE: bit.ly/3sFh82V
The ABA Commission on Immigration Pro Bono Project recruits and connects volunteer attorneys with clients in need. Throughout 2021, pro bono attorneys have represented clients from over 30 countries. From light-touch to full cases, the ABA Commission on Immigration offers pro bono opportunities that fit into your schedule. We have opportunities for interpreters, attorneys, and DOJ accredited representatives!
Sign-up HERE: bit.ly/3EIkjuq to learn more and get involved.
Located on the Southern Border, the ABA South Texas Pro Bono Asylum Representation Project assists clients with everything from providing direct representation for medically vulnerable people seeking release from ICE detention, to offering social services to detained children and adults, and so much more. This year, with their wide range of services, they were able to directly assist over 24,000 migrants from a broad array of countries and backgrounds.
Take a look at their job openings HERE: bit.ly/3H6TO2i
In 2021, staff with the ABA Detention hotline and Legal Orientation Program Information Line responded to 4,529 questions from people held in immigration detention centers across the country. For people held in detention and lacking an attorney to represent them, this service can be a lifeline to secure legal information essential to fight their case in court.
Learn more about the program and how to intern with us HERE: bit.ly/3HaMTVU
Advocates Making a Difference for Children: ProBAR Unaccompanied Children Legal Services Specialists
Watch ABA South Texas Pro Bono Asylum Representation Project Unaccompanied Children Legal Services Specialist (UC Specialist) Stephanie Jara explain her role and what it means to serve diverse populations of detained immigrant youth by informing children about their rights, listening to their stories to determine how attorneys can help them, and empowering them with specialized information relevant to their situation.
ProBAR seeks dedicated advocates to join our team as UC Specialists. To learn more, register for our upcoming virtual ProBAR Careers Session: UC Legal Services Specialist on December 16 @ 12 PM CST to hear from our team and learn more about the impact you could make.
RSVP Now: https://bit.ly/3pPr3QJ
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Sispann Fwod Notarya: pwoteje tèt ou ak fanmi ou kont èskrokri imigrasyon
Public Service Announcement: Tips to avoid immigration scams
Asylum seekers crossing the border
