Immigrant and Non-Citizen Rights Clinic

IRRC educates students to represent non-citizen clients in a broad range of immigration and poverty law matters. This clinic utilizes a holistic approach to client representation so that in addition to dealing with immigration issues such as citizenship, visa and asylum problems, students may also address clients' other legal needs, such as housing and public benefits. Representation and advocacy for immigrant workers provide a firm foundation for students who aspire to worker-centered practice after graduation. Students hone critical skills of collaboration and problem-solving as they work with organizers and clients to promote changes in working conditions for immigrant workers. Projects involving legislative advocacy, outreach and education to immigrant communities round out the students' experience and foster the development of expertise in the broad range of skills and tools used in public interest practice.