Category Archives: Front Page-Updates

Legal Aid For Unaccompanied Migrant Children Temporarily Restored

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A federal judge in California has ordered the Trump administration to temporarily reinstate legal aid for tens of thousands of unaccompanied migrant children. This decision ensures that vulnerable children navigating the complex immigration system won’t have to do so alone.
Access to legal representation can be the difference between safety and deportation. This ruling is a crucial step, but the fight for permanent protections continues.
La Administración Trump Suspende el Procesamiento de Tarjetas de Residencia

La Administración Trump Suspende el Procesamiento de Tarjetas de Residencia Para Refugiados y Asilados

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La Administración Trump ha suspendido el procesamiento de tarjetas de residencia (green cards) para ciertas personas, incluidos refugiados y asilados, como parte de un esfuerzo más amplio por restringir la inmigración. Esta medida detiene temporalmente el camino hacia la residencia legal permanente para quienes ya han recibido protección en los Estados Unidos, agregando nuevos obstáculos para comunidades vulnerables.

Esta decisión sigue a acciones previas dirigidas a endurecer los procedimientos migratorios, incluyendo un mayor escrutinio de cuentas en redes sociales. Aunque se presenta como una medida de seguridad nacional, genera serias preocupaciones sobre el debido proceso y el futuro de quienes buscan seguridad en Estados Unidos.

NSLAC mantiene su compromiso de abogar por inmigrantes y refugiados que enfrentan estos cambios impredecibles.

Green Card Processing Pause

Trump Administration Pauses Green Card Processing for Refugees and Asylees

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The Trump Administration has paused green card processing for certain individuals, including refugees and asylees, as part of a broader immigration crackdown. This move temporarily halts the path to legal permanent residency for those already granted refuge in the U.S., adding new hurdles for vulnerable communities.

This decision follows previous actions to tighten immigration procedures, including increased vetting of social media accounts. While framed as a national security measure, it raises serious concerns about due process and the future of those seeking safety in our country.

NSLAC remains committed to advocating for immigrants and refugees navigating these unpredictable changes.

Humanitarian Parole Update- Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela

Humanitarian Parole Update- Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela

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The Department of Homeland Security has announced that it will revoke humanitarian parole and legal protections for approximately 532,000 Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans who came to the U.S. since October 2022 under humanitarian parole. These individuals—who arrived with financial sponsors and were granted two-year residency and work permits—will lose their legal status on April 24 and could face deportation.
This decision leaves thousands of families in uncertainty, impacting communities, workplaces, and local economies. At NSLAC, we stand with immigrants and are committed to providing legal support and resources during this crisis.
If you or someone you know is affected, seek legal guidance immediately. If you live in northern suburban Cook County or Lake County and you qualify for free immigration assistance, please contact NSLAC at 847 737 4042.
Trump Immigrant Registration Requirement 2025

Immigrant Registration Requirement 2025

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Important Update on Immigration Policy Discussions
The Trump administration has announced plans to require undocumented immigrants aged 14+ to register and provide fingerprints—or face potential criminal prosecution. However, DHS has NO official process in place for this.
We are working closely with our partners to monitor the situation. In uncertain times, rely ONLY on trusted sources for accurate information. Misinformation can spread fear and confusion—stay informed and protect your community.
Trump Immigrant Registration Requirement 2025
TPS Haiti

Haiti TPS Update

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The U.S. government has announced that the Haiti TPS designation will end on August 3, 2025, unless extended. This decision, announced by the Department of Homeland Security, will impact nearly 500,000 Haitians currently living in the U.S. under TPS.

TPS is a critical protection that allows individuals from designated countries facing armed conflict, environmental disasters, or other extraordinary conditions to live and work in the U.S. temporarily.

At NSLAC, we recognize this decision’s profound impact on individuals, families, and communities. We are committed to supporting those affected and will continue providing free, confidential immigration legal assistance and resources to individuals who qualify in north suburban Cook County and Lake County, IL during this uncertain time.

 

Que es parole en Estados Unidos?

Actualización sobre la Pausa en el Procesamiento de Ciertas Solicitudes de Inmigración por USCIS

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USCIS ha pausado temporalmente el procesamiento de solicitudes presentadas por personas con parole bajo Uniting for Ukraine (U4U), el proceso de parole para cubanos, haitianos, nicaragüenses y venezolanos (CHNV) y los programas de parole de reunificación familiar.

Esta pausa no significa que estas opciones de alivio, como el TPS, estén cerradas permanentemente. Aunque los oficiales de USCIS no pueden tomar decisiones en este momento, las solicitudes ya presentadas podrían procesarse en el futuro. Presentar una solicitud a tiempo para TPS u otro alivio migratorio también puede ayudar a evitar la acumulación de presencia ilegal mientras está pendiente. Más información aquí.

Si usted o alguien que conoce en el norte del condado de Cook o el condado de Lake, IL, tiene preguntas de inmigración, comuníquese con NSLAC al 847-737-4042 o info@NSLegalAid.org.

Que es parole en Estados Unidos?

Update on USCIS Processing Pause for Certain Immigration Applications

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USCIS has temporarily paused the processing of applications filed by individuals paroled under Uniting for Ukraine (U4U), the Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan (CHNV) parole process, and Family Reunification Parole programs.
This pause does not mean these relief options, such as TPS, are permanently closed. While USCIS officers cannot issue decisions at this time, applications already filed may still be processed in the future. Filing a timely application for TPS or other immigration relief may also help prevent accrual of unlawful presence while it is pending. Learn more here.
If you or someone you know in north suburban Cook County or Lake County, IL has immigration questions, please contact NSLAC at 847 737 4042 or info@NSLegalAid.org.

Closed for the Holidays 2024

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All of us at the North Suburban Legal Aid Clinic send the warmest holiday wishes and an abundance of happiness, health, and peace to all.  We are fortunate to have dedicated staff who work hard throughout the year. They will be taking some downtime to rest, recharge, and refresh. NSLAC will be closed from December 24 – January 1. We will re-open on January 2, 2023.

 

In case of an emergency, please call 911. If you need confidential domestic violence-related assistance, please be in touch with our partner, A Safe Place at (847) 731-7165 or the 24-Hour Crisis Line: (847) 249-4450 or 1-800-600-SAFE.

 

We look forward to working together again in 2024 and beyond.