Neighbors Link Community Law Practice is the legal arm of Neighbors Link.

To be scheduled for a free consultation with an immigration attorney or accredited representative, call our helpline any Thursday from 8 AM – 8 PM at 914 502 3377.

Here are some of the services Neighbors Link Community Law Practice offers:

Naturalization Services

If you have been a lawful permanent resident for 5 years (or 3 years if you are married to a U.S. citizen) you can apply for naturalization and Neighbors Link Community Law Practice can help. U.S. citizens have more rights to file family petitions for family members outside the U.S., including your married children, your parents and your siblings. U.S. citizens can vote in elections and can apply for U.S. passports. Importantly, your children under the age of 18 who are Lawful Permanent Residents may automatically become U.S. citizens once you naturalize.

Neighbors Link Community Law Practice can also help apply for a waiver of the English language and civics requirements if you qualify.

Green Card Renewals

The law requires that you carry proof of your permanent resident status and it’s a good idea that you renew your Permanent Resident Card before it expires. Neighbors Link Community Law Practice can help you apply to renew your card whether or not it is already expired.

Adjustment of Status

If you are eligible to adjust your status and become a lawful permanent resident of the United States (also known as applying for a green card), Neighbors Link Community Law Practice can help. As a Lawful permanent resident you are able to work lawfully in the United States. You are also able to travel abroad for brief and casual periods of time, without having to obtain a visa. You will also be able to file family petitions for certain family members.

Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)

Though USCIS is currently not processing initial DACA applications due to ongoing litigation, Neighbors Link Community Law Practice can help you renew your DACA. Renewing your DACA timely can impact future relief that may become available to you.

Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

If the Secretary of Homeland Security has designated your country for TPS protection, and if you are and have been in the United States since the date designated, you may be eligible for TPS. Neighbors Link Community Law Practice can help you apply for TPS and for employment authorization based on TPS. There is ongoing litigation around TPS so contact us to ask about the most recent developments.

Other Legal Support Services

Neighbors Link Community Law Practice offers other immigration related legal services as well. Our staff are multilingual and have access to a language line that provides translation for over 250 languages. To schedule an appointment for a consultation please call our helpline any Thursday from 8 AM – 8 PM at 914 502 3377.

Pro bono attorneys are crucial to our success. We provide our volunteers with training and feedback with the intention of growing your skills. We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities that meet the needs of our clients and further our mission, including:  

Immigration Law Case-Specific Opportunities:

• Assist clients at one-day legal clinics focusing on a particular immigration issue such as employment authorization or naturalization forms.
• Assist with preparing asylum applications. 
• Assist clients with family court petitions for guardianship
• Provide trial preparation for attorneys
• Draft Motions to Reopen or Change Venue
• Draft FOIA requests to help clients to interact with government agencies and professional offices to get records they need for their cases. 
• Translate during client meetings and/or translate legal documents.
• Research and draft country condition reports to support asylum claims

Immigration Law Policy & Education Opportunities:

• Draft memos on specific immigration policy changes and implications, or on benefits of potential legislative bills.
• Provide regional and national associations with content for their members
• Assist us in creating legal education materials for other advocates and the public. 

For more information on volunteering with Neighbors Link Community Law Practice, please contact us at volunteerinfo@neighborslink.org.

Law Firm Partnerships with Neighbors Link Community Law Practice

Neighbors Link is proud to partner with law firms that seek to contribute to their community. In addition to ongoing pro bono opportunities for full-time attorneys, we collaborate with each firm to develop a signature/thematic summer associate experience to help associates build their legal and litigation skills. We provide training support and materials, volunteer appreciation, and we track noteworthy successes to share in your law firm internal and external communication.  If your firm is interested in a partnership, please email lfeinstein@neighborslink.org.

The David Swope Summer Internship

Neighbors Link Community Law Practice is honored to name its summer internship program after David Swope. A community leader, philanthropist, attorney and businessman, David epitomized the value that we are all stronger when we look out for our neighbors. The internship provides college and law school students an opportunity to learn about immigration law and expand access to justice for low income immigrant New Yorkers. David Swope Summer Interns exhibit dedication to community service and passion for helping others. Interns participate in asylum clinics, where they work closely with attorneys to provide support and assistance to asylum seekers. This hands-on experience allows students to make a meaningful impact while honing legal skills.

If you are interested in this internship, please email volunteerinfo@neighborslink.org