Immigrant Defenders Law Center (ImmDef) is California’s largest nonprofit deportation defense law firm, providing free legal aid to community members impacted by the immigration system.
ImmDef’s legal services are always free. Protect yourself from scams. Click below to learn more.
Los servicios de ImmDef siempre son gratuitos para nuestra comunidad. Evite fraudes y haga clic aquí para obtener más detalles.
Mission
Immigrant Defenders Law Center (ImmDef) is a next-generation social justice law firm that defends our immigrant communities against injustices in the immigration system.
Our Impact
2024 Outcomes
Community members served through free legal representation, legal education and legal consultations.
36,245
Asylum seekers welcomed and provided emergency legal assistance at the border
80,000
People directly represented in deportation proceedings
7,035
Employment
Authorization
Document
Applications filed
1,998
1,341
SIJS Visas filed to protect abandoned, abused, or neglected children.
814
Asylum applications filed on behalf of individuals seeking safety.
Community members granted lawful permanent resident status.
324
83
Languages spoken among our clients throughout Southern California.
Our Services
Asylum is a Human Right I Immigrant Defenders Law Center and Justice Action Center
Children's Rights
We provide comprehensive legal representation for children facing immigration proceedings, integrating essential social services that address basic needs. Our approach empowers young clients to actively engage in their defense, ensuring both legal protection and personal well-being throughout the process.
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Latest News
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