Materials for attorneys representing asylum seekers

Government guidelines, forms, and other supplemental materials for pro bono attorneys representing asylum seekers.

 

**ATTENTION ASYLUM ATTORNEYS: USCIS has released a new Form I-765, Application for Employment Authorization and Instructions, which include a new filing location.  Be sure to read these instructions before filing for your client's employment authorization!

 

NIJC Training Manual for Representing Asylum Seekers

 

USCIS Travel Advisory for Asylum Seekers

 

asylumlaw.org
An internet resource for asylum seekers and attorneys representing them.

Information for Claims Based on "Membership in a Particular Social Group."

Frequently Asked Questions (For registered users only):

NIJC Pro Bono Attorneys and Case Information

 

NIJC Asylum Victories Case List (For registered users only)

List of pro bono attorneys who have successfully represented NIJC asylum cases, including client's country of origin.

 

List of Upcoming Merits Hearings (For registered users only)