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Immigration Legal Services
The Resurrection Project offers high-quality immigration legal services aimed at keeping Illinois immigrant families together.Ā
Our attorneys and DOJ accredited case representatives consult community members on a variety of services, including, but not limited to: citizenship, family petitions, adjustment of status, DACA renewals, U-Visa and VAWA for victims of domestic violence, removal defense, bond hearings, and asylum.Ā
Services are offered in English and Spanish languages.Ā
For more information, please call 312-666-3062 Tuesday-Friday, 9am-5pm and Saturday, 9am-2pm.Ā
IMMIGRATION OFFICE ADDRESS:
1805 South Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60608
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make an appointment?
- Appointments open the first and third Wednesday of every month at 9am. They are filled on a first come, first served basis.Ā
- The quickest way to get an appointment is online: https://trplegalservices.as.me/schedule.phpĀ Ā
- If you do not have an e-mail address, please call us at 312-666-3062 to sign up for an appointment with our intake specialist. We have limited appointments for prospective clients.Ā
Is Saturday your only available day for a consult.
- Saturday is the main day designated for initial consultations.Ā We offer appointments on Thursdays a few times a year.Ā
Where is your office located?
- The Immigration Legal Services office is located at 1805 South Ashland Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60608.Ā Ā
What are your office hours?
- Our businessĀ hoursĀ are Tuesday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm and SaturdayĀ from 9:00Ā am to 2:00pm.Ā Our office is closed on MondayĀ and Sunday.Ā
How much do your legal services cost?
- Most of our services are free if you live in the state of Illinois except for select citizenship services.Ā Ā
Do you help individuals who live outside of the state of Illinois?
- WeĀ only take on cases for Illinois residents. If you live outside of Illinois,Ā the Department of Justice has a roster of organizations across the United States that are accredited to practice immigration law here: https://www.justice.gov/eoir/recognized-organizations-and-accredited-representatives-roster-state-and-cityĀ Ā
Are you seeing clients in person?
- Beginning on May 7, 2022, all appointments will be in person.Ā Ā
Do the attorneys or legal representatives speak Spanish?
- All ofĀ our attorneys and legal representatives are fluent in English and in Spanish.Ā Ā
If my family member or loved one is detained by ICE, should I make an appointment?
- If your family member or loved one is detained by ICE, please contact our office at 312-666-3062 so that you can speak to one of our legal staff as soon as possible. You do not need an appointment for this service.Ā Ā
I am a US Citizen and would like to petition for my fiancƩ or for a loved one who does not live in the United States. Do you offer this service?
- No, TRP doesĀ assistĀ with petitioning for loved ones who do not live in the United States.Ā You can find a list of organizations that help with this service here: https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/legaldirectory/
I will be receiving a general immigration consultation. What documents will I need?
- Documents relating to your immigrationĀ status.Ā
- Documents relating to any criminalĀ case.Ā
- Government issuedĀ ID,Ā state ID, passport, green card or employment authorizationĀ card.Ā
I am interested in applying for DACA for the first time. What documents do I need?
- Daca Initial is currently closed by the federal government. You could sign up for a general consultation and we will conduct a comprehensive screening to determine eligibility for any immigration relief.Ā Ā
I will be renewing my DACA, what documents do I need?
- Current and past work permitsĀ
- a copy of your previously filed DACA application(s)Ā
- a copy of your passport, state ID, driverās license or consular IDĀ
- any criminal or traffic records you have had in the U.S.Ā
- $495 money order made payable to āDepartment of HomelandĀ SecurityāĀ
Does TRP have any funding available to cover the $495 cost of filling for a DACA?
- DACA scholarships are available for Illinois applicants who earn up to 100% AMI.Ā See chart below for income limits based on household size.Ā
| Household SizeĀ | 80% AMIĀ |
| 1Ā | $65,300Ā |
| 2Ā | $74,600Ā |
| 3Ā | $83,900Ā |
| 4Ā | $93,200Ā |
| 5Ā | $100,700Ā |
| 6Ā | $108,200Ā |
| 7Ā | $115,600Ā |
| 8Ā | $123,100Ā |
By the Numbers
1,600+
1,600+ Naturalization Screenings
3,700+
3,700+ Immigration Legal Screenings
1,600+
1,600+ DACA Cases
"Through The Resurrection Project, I now have my legal permanent residency and in five years I can become a U.S. citizen. This means security, it means being able to finally think about the future and know that I can stay here in the U.S., my home."
