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Immigration

Many immigrant New Yorkers need representation in applying for status and benefits, particularly victims of crime. Empire Justice Center staff provide services to address these needs. We represent immigrants in a wide variety of cases with a focus on victims of crime eligible for U visas and on VAWA self-petitioners. We also assist immigrant New Yorkers in obtaining government benefits to which they are entitled.

Victims of Crime

We represent victims of crime on Long Island and in Westchester County in the following areas (contingent on funding):

  • U visas
  • VAWA Petitions
  • Petitions to Remove Conditions on Residence (I-751 waivers)
  • Adjustment of status applications
  • Renewals of Green Cards
  • Naturalization
  • Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJ)
  • Employment Authorization Documents

Know Your Rights

Visit the following websites for more information and assistance.

  • USCIS Website – To see the status of your case pending before the immigration service (“USCIS”) click here and insert your receipt number.
    https://egov.uscis.gov/
  • EOIR Website – To see the status of your removal case pending before the immigration court (“EOIR”) click here and insert your nine-digit A#.
    https://acis.eoir.justice.gov/en/
  • Office of New Americans Website – Visit here to get assistance in accessing and navigating a variety of free services and supports available to new Americans.
    https://dos.ny.gov/office-new-americans

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