Provides assistance with filing for citizenship for individuals who have permanent resident status. The Immigration team also gives counsel and advice and represents people in immigration cases, including applying for asylum.

US government agency field office that oversees lawful immigration to the United States through the State of Ohio.

Provides assistance to those interested in becoming naturalized citizens of the United States with information regarding the process as well as the service of an attorney who can help with filing the proper forms and who can provide legal representation in the naturalization process.

Provides help with immigration issues, including legal assistance. Offers job resume preparation, advice on workplace attire, and interviewing skills.

Providing all those in legal immigration status living in Central Ohio. CRIS' mission is to help refugees and immigrants reach and sustain self-sufficiency and achieve successful integration into the Central Ohio community. CRIS is a not-for-profit organization. Through the provision of high quality services addressing: *Resettlement (Reception and placement of refugees from overseas) *Employment *English Language Skills *Legal Issues related to Immigration *Early Childhood and Parenting *Older Adult Needs *Interpretation and Translation *Outreach to Limited English Proficiency (LEP) populations *Wellness Coordination and Services

Evaluates cases where: - Applicant has a pending removal proceeding in Cleveland immigration court AND lives in Cuyahoga, Lorain, Geauga, Lake, or Ashtabula County, or was referred by another immigration advocacy organization (such as Catholic Charities, Asian Services in Action or Building Hope in the City), or the applicant is being detained in Geauga County Jail; - Applicant is the victim of domestic violence, trafficking, or other crime (whether crime occurred in applicant’s home country, during applicant’s journey to the United States or in the United States), or applicant is under the age of 18 years old; - Applicant would like to file a family-based petition, is married, recently divorced, the parent of an abusive United States citizen or legal permanent resident (LPR), or seeking custody/guardianship of a child who has an immigration issue; - Applicant is seeking to apply for naturalization; - Applicant would like to request bond. If case is Board of Immigration appeal level or above, Legal Aid must have represented this client in the underlying case.

Provides legal assistance for those of Arab heritage who are experiencing any type of discrimination. Does not litigate directly on the client's behalf, but refers to a network of legal professionals as needed. Works with the civil rights offices of all government agencies on policies. Provides legal assistance for immigrants, including information on the law, what documents to file, and what course of action is required, as well as referral as needed for representation.

Provides legal assistance which may include information, advice, or representation as well as online resources to help with the following issues: *Helping survivors of human trafficking apply for T-visas *Helping survivors of qualifying crimes apply for U-visas *Helping survivors of domestic violence file VAWA self-petitions for lawful permanent residence and remove conditions on their green cards *Helping lawful permanent residents renew or replace their green cards *Helping unaccompanied minors file Special Immigrant Juvenile Status *Helping citizens obtain certificates of citizenship *Helping refugees and asylees file for lawful permanent resident status and file family reunification petitions for qualifying family members *Helping lawful permanent residents file for naturalization (citizenship) *Providing "know your rights" trainings and community outreach

Provides low-cost counseling services to those who need assistance with the immigration process.

Assists clients with immigration legal services. Available services include but are not limited to the following petitions and filings: work authorization, green card, family-based sponsorship, adjustment of status, family reunification, asylum, naturalization and citizenship, request for evidence, VAWA, T-Visa, refugee adjustments, TPS, DACA, and fiance visa. ***Legal assistance for court cases is not offered at this time *Monthly clinics are offered for residents of Central Ohio from Ukraine, Haiti, and refugees applying for lawful permanent status, DACA Renewals, and Refugee Adjustment. Go online for details and dates.

LAWO helps to ensure immigrant workers receive fair payment for their labor and have access to decent and sanitary working and living conditions. LAWO participates in extensive outreach activities to increase access to Ohio’s agricultural workers and to identify their needs.

Provides culturally specific and trauma-informed services to individuals experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or human trafficking, with a focus on the immigrant and refugee communities. Both advocacy and legal services are available. The advocate may be able to help with crisis and long-term safety planning, counseling referrals, financial planning, support and referrals to shelter, case management, filing for a Civil Protection Order (CPO), and other services. Attorneys are available when applicable to meet with clients to discuss any legal concerns. If qualified, attorneys can help with a divorce, CPO representation, Marsy's Law, immigration, custody, and so forth. Provides a holistic approach model of assigning one advocate and one attorney to help the client through all their needs, which is beneficial for all survivors, preventing the survivor from having to relive their trauma over and over again by telling multiple people the same story. Offers support groups for different ethnic communities and education/outreach to community members, service providers, and others specializing in cultural humility education. Service is not for those in immediate emergencies, please call 911 if in immediate danger.

Provide low-cost legal consultations and comprehensive services to low- and moderate-income immigrants and refugees and their family members. Consults are available for the following: - Consular processing; - Applying for U.S. citizenship or Naturalization certificate; - Applying for or renewing a green card; - Applying for Employment Authorization Document; - Applying for travel documents/reentry permits; - Immigration case follow-up with USCIS representation. - Family legal services such as divorce, dissolution, and custody. - Will preparation.

Provides legal assistance which may include information, advice, or representation as well as online resources to help with the following issues: *Helping survivors of human trafficking apply for T-visas *Helping survivors of qualifying crimes apply for U-visas *Helping survivors of domestic violence file VAWA self-petitions for lawful permanent residence and remove conditions on their green cards *Helping lawful permanent residents renew or replace their green cards *Helping unaccompanied minors file Special Immigrant Juvenile Status *Helping citizens obtain certificates of citizenship *Helping refugees and asylees file for lawful permanent resident status and file family reunification petitions for qualifying family members *Helping lawful permanent residents file for naturalization (citizenship) *Providing "know your rights" trainings and community outreach

Provides legal assistance for immigrants, non-immigrant visa applicants, asylum seekers and lawful permanent residents who are seeking naturalization. Services may involve the following: - Information and consultation about benefits under immigration law. - Procedures for obtaining student, visitor and employment-based visas. - Family immigration. - Asylee status, lawful permanent residence status, or citizenship.

Provides immigration legal service, including adjustment of status, deporation defense, family-based visa petitions, naturalization, humanitarian relief, special immigrant juvenile status petitions, and deferred action.

Provides community meetings with up-to-date information on immigration policy and related topics; legal consultations provided by licensed attorneys; individual and family casework for individuals with medical, mental health, and legal needs; financial assistance with immigration bonds; filing support for those who may have been undocumented when they entered the United States as children.

Offers a class that combines civics instruction from Oberlin College student volunteer teachers and legal assistance from immigration lawyers to help the graduates of the class become naturalized citizens.

Offers professional legal services to low and moderate-income individuals at nominal fees. Available assistance includes but is not limited to adjustment of status, applications for citizenship, immigration case inquiries, Temporary Protected Status, Visa issues, asylum, Green Card applications, document review, practice interviews and work authorization. Citizenship classes are free.

Assists agricultural workers with governmental procedures related to immigration laws, recovery of unpaid wages, violations of farm worker protection laws, the application for and denial of public benefits, housing evictions, and a variety of consumer issues. Advocates not only work to resolve a clients immediate problem, but also provide education on the legal process and their rights and obligations. Service is limited by availability of staff and funding. There is no guarantee that a lawyer will be available to take a client's case.

Provides technical and legal advice and offers assistance to immigrants, refugees, and United States citizens with immigration related problems. Offers assistance with naturalization process and other citizenship related questions. Naturalization study guides and citizenship classes are available upon request.

Provided by students under the supervision of clinical faculty, students represent clients on family and humanitarian immigration cases, including people seeking family reunification and safety from domestic violence, persecution, torture, and human trafficking. Students also conduct community education on a variety of immigration law topics.