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Written by Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC). Legally reviewed by Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC).

Updated on March 18, 2026

This is a resource that lists at least one rapid response organization contact per state and the District of Columbia. It is not meant to include all the numbers that exist but to at least provide a place to start

Written by Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC). Legally reviewed by Catholic Legal Immigration Network (CLINIC).

Updated on March 18, 2026

Stay current with the latest federal court decisions shaping immigration law, policy, and practice across the country. CLINIC Court Watch is a monthly summary of significant rulings, ongoing litigation, and emerging trends in federal immigration cases. CLINIC Court Watch will include key takeaways from recent federal court decisions impacting immigration practitioners and their clients. Please note: case outcomes and procedural developments are subject to change as appeals proceed and courts issue further rulings.

Updated on October 08, 2025

Beginning in May, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been orally requesting dismissal of both represented and unrepresented noncitizens’ removal proceedings in immigration court. Once the immigration judge grants dismissal, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents then arrest the noncitizen in or around immigration court buildings with the goal of placing them in expedited removal. Expedited removal is a process through which ICE can detain someone without access to release under bond and deport a person without giving them a hearing in immigration court.This Oral Opposition to Dismissal Template for Pro Se Respondents provides pro se noncitizens guidance on how to oppose a DHS motion to dismiss.

Written by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG). Legally reviewed by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG).

Updated on October 08, 2025

Beginning in May 2025, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been arresting noncitizens in or around immigration court buildings and subjecting them to expedited removal, following dismissal of their section 240 removal proceedings by ICE counsel. This Practice Alert explains briefly what has been happening and immediate steps practitioners should take to protect their clients and advise pro se respondents.

Written by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG). Legally reviewed by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG).

Updated on October 08, 2025

This explainer goes over the ICE enforcement tactic of arresting people at their immigration court hearings as well as a recent Board of Immigration Appeals Decision that further restricts who can ask an immigration judge for a bond to get out of detention. That decision is called Matter of Q. Li.

Written by Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC).

Updated on October 08, 2025

Since returning to office, the Trump administration has issued a wave of executive orders, policy actions, memoranda, and guidance documents that significantly impact immigration law and the adjudication of cases. This resource seeks to highlight the key impacts of the new Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) and Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) memos for legal services providers (LSPs) and their clients and offers practical guidance for effective representation in immigration court. Last Updated: April 22, 2025

Written by Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC).

Updated on October 08, 2025

The Immigrant Legal Resource Center's (ILRC) Community Resources page is a prime embodiment of our commitment to bringing clarity to complicated immigration issues. Resources on this page include a wide range of downloadable tools produced for diverse audiences, from experienced advocates to directly impacted community members seeking answers about the complex world of immigration law.

Written by American Federation of Teacher (AFT).

Updated on October 08, 2025

Tools and resources to help protect and prepare youth and families in case of an ICE raid.

Written by National Immigration Project (NIPNLG).

Updated on October 08, 2025

The checklist is meant to be used in the aftermath of an ICE arrest to determine the next steps to find the person who was detained and identify what assistance and support they and their family need. Available in English and Spanish.

Written by Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC).

Updated on October 08, 2025

YOU HAVE RIGHTS regardless of your immigration status. You may be at risk of being deported if you are undocumented, if you are a non-citizen with a criminal history, if you are on parole or have a prior deportation order. To protect yourself, your family and your community you must KNOW YOUR RIGHTS. Knowledge is power. Act NOW. Do not wait. Be prepared.