Press Mentions: September 2019

ILAP regularly serves as a source of accurate information for the media, and is trusted by the general public for our expertise.

Press Mentions, NewsILAP MaineSeptember 30, 2019Asylum, Public Charge

The Golden Door: September 2019

Here is an update on recent state and federal activities impacting the lives of immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers in Maine.

The Golden Door, NewsILAP MaineSeptember 30, 2019Public Charge, Asylum, Refugee, Enforcement

Community Workshops on Applying for Asylum: Fall 2019

ILAP will be hosting a series of workshops for asylum applicants this fall in southern Maine, including workshops for individuals interested in applying for asylum but who are not yet in immigration court and workshops for individuals who must present their case in front of a judge.

More information in English, French and Portuguese is available here.

Announcement, Legal AdvisoriesILAP MaineSeptember 23, 2019Asylum

Update on ILAP's Response to Recent Arrivals Seeking Asylum

Since June, an outpouring of community support has made it possible for ILAP to implement a rapid response to meet the urgent legal needs of asylum seekers from the southern border, including the 400+ individuals who were temporarily housed at the Portland Expo Center and other local shelters this summer. We're proud to share this update on the work you've made possible. Thank you.

ILAP Statement, AnnouncementILAP MaineSeptember 13, 2019Asylum

INFORMATION ON THE NEW PUBLIC CHARGE RULE

The administration finalized its "public charge" rule in August 2019. “Public charge” is a test to see if someone is likely to become dependent on specific government programs. The government uses this test when someone applies for a family-based green card or certain visas.

Legal Advisories, AnnouncementILAP MaineSeptember 12, 2019Know Your Rights, Benefits, Public Charge

ILAP Office Hours in September

Every year in September, ILAP is not open for walk-in visits and we do not have intake appointments. We have appointments with current clients, and our Asylum Outreach Attorney will continue to conduct outreach and schedule follow-up appointments.

If you have an emergency safety concern, an urgent court date or deadline, or a previously scheduled appointment, please call 207-780-1593. To request an intake appointment, please contact us after October 1st.

Legal Advisories, AnnouncementILAP MaineAugust 31, 2019