Immigration

We help survivors of violence and abuse seek immigration relief and related benefits.

Meeting the legal needs of immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking

BayLegal provides information, legal advice, and representation to  immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and trafficking in a range of legal areas including immigration petitions, family law matters, income security, housing, and health care access.

Bay Area Legal Aid stands with our immigrant community. All of us have rights and we encourage you to consult the Immigrant Legal Resource Center’s know-your-rights resources to educate and prepare yourself and your community.

Have Questions? Need Help?

  • Legal Advice Line: 800-551-5554
  • California Relay Service: Dial 7-1-1 or from TTY dial 1-800-735-2929 or visit California Relay Service for more information.

In conjunction with the Domestic Violence Prevention practice, we help survivors with:

News

Oct 18, 2019 December 9 @ 1:55 am

OneJustice Fundraiser to Benefit Legal Services for Immigrants

Come Together for Justice October 26th in Lafayette!   Bay Area Legal Aid is honored to be included as a beneficiary of OneJustice’s fall fundraising event, Come Together for Justice….

Sep 19, 2019 December 9 @ 1:55 am

A Holistic Model for Serving Low-Income Immigrant Survivors

The September 2019 issue of Contra Costa Lawyer features an article co-authored by Mélody Saint-Saëns, Immigration Regional Counsel at BayLegal, and Juliana Morgan-Trostle, Equal Justice Works Fellow (sponsored by Greenberg…

Sep 19, 2019 December 9 @ 1:55 am

BayLegal Attorney Explains Why Communities Need Not Fear the 2020 Census

In a September 18, 2019 segment on Univisión 14, BayLegal attorney Jessica Jenkins explained to Spanish-speaking viewers why participation in the 2020 United States Census is important: “Es muy importante…

Aug 20, 2019 December 9 @ 1:55 am

Understanding the Facts and Planning Next Steps for Those Impacted by the New Public Charge Rule (in Spanish)

BayLegal Equal Justice Works Fellow (sponsored by Greenberg Traurig, LLP) Juliana Morgan-Trostle appeared on Univision 14 last Friday to help dispel misinformation and address widespread concerns about the ways in…

Jun 21, 2019 December 9 @ 1:55 am

Information and resources for immigrant families who might face deportation (Spanish)

June 19th, 2019: BayLegal attorney Jessica Jenkins appeared on Univision 14 to provide information on legal rights and available resources to Spanish-speaking families with members who might face deportation proceedings….

Jun 6, 2019 December 9 @ 1:55 am

BayLegal’s Juliana Morgan-Trostle On U.S. State Dept’s New Social Media Policy for Visa Applicants (Spanish)

BayLegal Equal Justice Works Fellow Juliana Morgan-Trostle spoke with Univision 14 on June 3rd regarding new U.S. State Department policy requiring information and access to social media accounts for visa…

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Nov 13, 2024 December 9 @ 1:55 am

Immigration Institute of the Bay Area – services

IIBA provides immigration legal services, immigration clinics, and citizenship classes for the Bay Area community. Legal services include citizenship, DACA renewal, family reunification, humanitarian, and deportation defense services.

Nov 13, 2024 December 9 @ 1:55 am

Immigrant Legal Resource Center’s community resources page

Resources on this page include a wide range of downloadable tools produced for diverse audiences, from experienced advocates to directly impacted community members seeking answers about the complex world of immigration law.

Nov 13, 2024 December 9 @ 1:55 am

Catholic Charities

Catholic Charities provides a range of immigration legal and social services in locations around the country, including several in the Bay Area.

Oct 1, 2024 December 9 @ 1:55 am

Disability nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedure

Aug 8, 2024 December 9 @ 1:55 am

Immigration FAQs

FAQ from Legal Aid of Sonoma County on available assistance and legal rights of immigrants affected by disasters.

Aug 8, 2024 December 9 @ 1:55 am

Alameda County Public Defender’s Office

Protecting and defending the rights of our clients through compassionate and inspired legal representation of the highest quality, in pursuit of a fair and unbiased system of justice for all

Aug 8, 2024 December 9 @ 1:55 am

Client Complaint Procedures

Client Complaint Procedures The attached documents provide instructions on steps to take if you have a complaint about Bay Area Legal Aid: Client grievance procedure Procedimiento de quejas del cliente…

Aug 8, 2024 December 9 @ 1:55 am

Contra Costa County Public Defender’s Office

Contra Costa Public Defenders (CCPD) provides constitutionally mandated representation to indigent individuals charged in adult and juvenile criminal court in Contra Costa County.