Governor Andrew Cuomo today announced the launch of a new pro bono program as part of the Liberty Defense Project that engages volunteer attorneys to expand resources and services available for immigrants in New York. The Liberty Defense Project and the Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York have partnered to expand the current initiative and grow a network of attorneys and law students that will provide legal aid to immigrants across the state. The program will also include training for volunteer attorneys and advocates to prepare them for immigration casework.
"While the federal government continues to strip basic human rights from immigrants in this country, New York is fighting to ensure families have access to legal help and resources they deserve," Governor Cuomo said. "The Liberty Defense Project is the first of its kind to combine the legal expertise of both the public and private sector, and with this expanded program, we are helping even more vulnerable New Yorkers. I thank the Catholic Charities and community partners across the state for coming together to pool resources, bring more volunteers to the table, and continue our efforts to deliver justice and a quality life for all."
The Liberty Defense Project, created by Governor Cuomo last year in response to hostile federal policies, is the nation's first state-led project to assist immigrants - regardless of status - in obtaining access to legal services. This latest program will expand upon the services and resources already available through the initiative.
The LDP provides essential legal services on deportation defense, direct representation, consultations, application assistance and more, as well as information, community outreach and know-your-rights seminars. The public-private partnership is administered by Governor Cuomo's Office for New Americans and run in partnership with law firms, legal associations, advocacy organizations, colleges, universities and bar associations across the state, including Catholic Charities. The Liberty Defense Project has already provided more than 6,000 free and confidential services to individuals needing legal assistance through its network of 47 community-based groups.
Funded by the Liberty Defense Project, the program was announced at a day-long free immigration legal clinic held by Catholic Charities at Saint Peter's-Saint Denis Parish in Yonkers. Participants received comprehensive legal consultation, as well as a rights training to know what to do during contact with Immigrations and Customs Enforcement and how to best prepare their families.
Click here for the full announcement. If not posted, check the site later.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
"While the federal government continues to strip basic human rights from immigrants in this country, New York is fighting to ensure families have access to legal help and resources they deserve," Governor Cuomo said. "The Liberty Defense Project is the first of its kind to combine the legal expertise of both the public and private sector, and with this expanded program, we are helping even more vulnerable New Yorkers. I thank the Catholic Charities and community partners across the state for coming together to pool resources, bring more volunteers to the table, and continue our efforts to deliver justice and a quality life for all."
The Liberty Defense Project, created by Governor Cuomo last year in response to hostile federal policies, is the nation's first state-led project to assist immigrants - regardless of status - in obtaining access to legal services. This latest program will expand upon the services and resources already available through the initiative.
The LDP provides essential legal services on deportation defense, direct representation, consultations, application assistance and more, as well as information, community outreach and know-your-rights seminars. The public-private partnership is administered by Governor Cuomo's Office for New Americans and run in partnership with law firms, legal associations, advocacy organizations, colleges, universities and bar associations across the state, including Catholic Charities. The Liberty Defense Project has already provided more than 6,000 free and confidential services to individuals needing legal assistance through its network of 47 community-based groups.
Funded by the Liberty Defense Project, the program was announced at a day-long free immigration legal clinic held by Catholic Charities at Saint Peter's-Saint Denis Parish in Yonkers. Participants received comprehensive legal consultation, as well as a rights training to know what to do during contact with Immigrations and Customs Enforcement and how to best prepare their families.
Click here for the full announcement. If not posted, check the site later.
Source: The Office of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
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