Detained migrants often don't have the resources or connections needed to access private lawyers, making Pro Bono representation their only access to legal aid. A staggeringly low 14% of detained migrants are represented by attorneys in court, according to the National Immigrant Justice Center. Put simply, there is a massive shortfall of lawyers for migrants that Pro Bono representation can help fill. Without legal representation, migrants are usually detained for long periods of time and ultimately deported. Here are some resources to obtain representation in the court! Compiled by VAIBHAV RANGANFormatThe format for the resources below are as follows. The name of the non profit is bolded on the left. The description of the non profit has a link to the website, contact information, and location served. The image of the organization/non profit is to the right. Proyecto DilleySouth Texas Pro Bono Asylum Representation Project (ProBAR)El Paso Immigration Collaborative (EPIC)Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights ProjectCatholic Charities, Diocese of San DiegoImmigration Pro Bono NetworkWebsite: here. Email: [email protected] Phone number: (213) 784-3937 Locations Served: Detention Centers across CA Immigration Justice Project (IJP)Immigration Justice CampaignWebsite: here. Email: [email protected] Phone number: (202) 507-7500 Locations Served: Detention Centers across the US
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