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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?

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?

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, driver’s license or consular IDĀ 
  • any criminal or traffic records you have had in the U.S.Ā 
  • $495 money order made payable to ā€œDepartment of HomelandĀ Securityā€Ā 

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."

Angelica M., TRP client

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