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Rapid Immigration Orientation

Join us on our next event:

Join our monthly webinar for a clear breakdown of the latest immigration policies and updates. Led by an expert, this session helps you understand how recent developments directly impact your case.

  • When: Monday, March 23, 2026

  • Where: Online via Zoom

  • Who: Everyone is welcome!

Understanding Current Immigration Policies on March 23th

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We'd love to see you at our weekly and monthly events!

RIF Free Legal Consultations

Ask your questions to a experienced immigration lawyer

Every Thursday at 12 pm (NYC Time)
On Zoom

We speak Spanish, French, and Russian.

Free Legal Meeting: Meet us in Person

Come talk to our expert legal team in Manhattan

We are here to help you.

  • When: The first Saturday of every month. Next meeting is on April 4th!

  • Time: 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

  • Where: First Presbyterian Church, 12 West 12th Street, Manhattan.

Important: The room is small. You must Register Now to save your seat.

Legal News Webinar every month  

Learn about the latest policy changes in the U.S and how they affect your case

  • Next Meeting: Monday, March 23

  • Time: 1:00 PM (New York Time)

  • Where: Online (Zoom)

Free for everyone. Register below.

Emotional Support Group

Every Monday, 10 - 11 am
NYC time on Zoom
No registration necessary!

The group offers a safe space to share the challenges of seeking asylum, and celebrate accomplishments. Dr. Madelyn Miller, PhD, LCSW, leads the group.

Understanding how the immigration system works is essential — especially for those facing final removal orders

Below, we outline the different roles of the Executive and Judicial branches within the U.S. immigration system, including how decisions are reviewed and challenged.

We also explain where Habeas Corpus petitions may be filed for individuals detained by ICE, and how federal courts can intervene in certain cases.

This overview will help you better understand your legal options.

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How to Locate Someone Detained by ICE

Cómo localizar a una persona detenida por ICE / Comment localiser une personne détenue par ICE

If a loved one has been detained, you can search for them using ICE’s official online detainee locator.

If your case is in Immigration Court, remember this important step

Si tu caso está en Immigration Court, recuerda este paso importante / Si votre dossier est devant le tribunal de l’immigration, n’oubliez pas cette étape essentielle

If you send any document to the Immigration Judge (updates to your application, evidence, motions, or letters),
you must also send a copy to ICE (the government’s attorney / OPLA) and include a Certificate of Service.

📌 Not doing this can cause delays or problems with your case.

Si envías cualquier documento al juez de inmigración (actualizaciones de tu aplicación, evidencia, mociones o cartas),
también debes enviar una copia a ICE (el abogado del gobierno / OPLA) e incluir un Certificado de Servicio.

📌 No hacerlo puede causar retrasos o problemas en tu caso.

Si vous envoyez un document au juge de l’immigration (mise à jour de la demande, preuves, motions ou lettres),
vous devez aussi envoyer une copie à ICE (l’avocat du gouvernement / OPLA) et joindre un Certificat de service.

📌 Ne pas le faire peut entraîner des retards ou des complications dans votre dossier.

New Low Bono Services:

Mock Asylum Interview

Practice with our legal team and build the confidence you need for your asylum interview


Review Your Asylum Application

We help you to review your asylum application (Form I-589) and rewrite your personal statement.

Contact RIF:

Email us at: info@rifnyc.org

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