Citizens & Immigration
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Living permanently in the US (green card or LPR - Lawful Permanent Resident)
Lawful permanent residents (LPRs) are immigrants who are allowed by the government to permanently live and work in the United States. Learn more here.
Learn your rights (3 resources)
Filing documents with immigration for free
Explains the immigration documents you can file with a fee waiver and how to use our guided interview to apply for a fee waiver.
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Getting a green card for a family member
Information on green cards for family members, how to qualify, preference categories and which forms to file.
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Fighting deportation and removal
Explains deportation as well as the difference between inadmissible and deportable.
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Other resources for the public (23 resources)
Good moral character and immigration status
Activities that count and do not count as good character as well as ways to prove you are an upright person.
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Green card: supporting document checklist
Explains the kinds of documents needed to show information in your green card application is true.
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Should I clear my criminal record for immigration purposes?
Explains how hiding or erasing your criminal or juvenile record might affect your immigration status.
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Food stamps or SNAP benefits for immigrants
Lists the types of immigrants that may qualify for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.
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Lawyer resources (2 resources)
Immigration pro bono opportunities for lawyers in Chicago
Volunteer as a pro bono attorney to help with immigration issues in the Chicago area.
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Immigration Law
Guidance and resources for attorneys regularly practicing in this area as well as those practicing in other areas for which immigration issues have taken on greater importance. 2022 edition.
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