Impact Litigation
Empowering Justice through Strategic Litigation
IMMIGRATION IMPACT LITIGATION
Impact litigation is a powerful tool for bringing about systemic change and addressing widespread legal violations, particularly in the field of immigration law. It involves using the legal system to challenge inhumane immigration policies, protect the rights of immigrant communities, and ensure that immigration laws and policies are fair, just, and in line with fundamental human rights.
EXAMPLES OF IMPACT LITIGATION
Examples of impact immigration litigation include cases challenging discriminatory policies such as the Muslim Ban, fighting for the rights of undocumented immigrants, and advocating for the rights of asylum seekers and refugees. By taking legal action, lawyers and advocates can work to create change at a systemic level and bring about lasting progress.
WE USE IMPACT LITIGATION FOR SYSTEMATIC CHANGE
Through impact litigation, the legal system can be used as a means of addressing the root causes of injustice and ensuring that the voices and perspectives of immigrant communities are heard. This type of work requires a deep understanding of the law and a commitment to using the legal system to create a more just and equitable world for all.
RESOURCES FROM OUR BLOG
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Public Charge Just Changed: What the New USCIS Rule Means for Your Green Card Case (Effective September 18, 2026)
USCIS rewrote the public charge rule on August 18, 2026. The new guidance — Policy Alert PA-2026-09 — takes effect September 18, 2026, and applies to every ...
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What an Impact Litigation Attorney Might Do With Your Civil Claim
Not every legal case starts with the goal of making a major change, but some end up doing exactly that. When a civil claim points to something bigger than one ...
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Advance Parole Just Changed: What Delcarmen-Lara Means for DACA Recipients and Mixed-Status Families
A new BIA decision changes the rules for advance parole travel going forward. If your trip is already done, the ruling is prospective — here’s what it does and ...