2019 NLADA Annual Conference-Innovative Justice

It’s 2019 and immigrant communities around the world are under attack. Legal services organizations throughout the country are increasingly meeting the needs of their communities by developing sophisticated immigration practices. This session lays out how to build – or enhance – a dynamic, effective, and holistic immigration practice in compliance with LSC regulations. Attorneys and a social worker from Legal Service NYC will describe how we grew from just a few immigration advocates to dozens and will provide tips for those starting out and for those who could increase their immigration services. Panelists will share practical strategies for ensuring a culturally and linguistically competent practice. We’ll highlight the importance of having a client-centered, immigrant-led project that truly meets the needs of community members. We’ll share the myriad benefits of including social workers in order to have a true interdisciplinary practice – one that’s trauma-informed, holistic, and wins more cases. We’ll end with concrete tools to assist you with the nuts and bolts of building an excellent immigration practice.