Legal Services

At RIF, we provide weekly and monthly meetings on the asylum process. These meetings include weekly group asylum legal consultations with an attorney and French, Spanish, and Russian-speaking legal navigators.

Weekly Legal Orientation

Every Thursday From 12 - 1p.m. (NYC time) on Zoom

  • Overview on how to apply for asylum

  • Spanish, Russian, and French translators are available.

  • Guidance on how to find a pro bono (free) attorney & private lawyers.

  • Legal consultation by experienced immigration attorneys

Monthly Asylum Application Overview

First Monday of Every Month From 12 - 1p.m. (NYC time) on Zoom

  • A lawyer will review how to fill out form I-589 and answer any questions about the application.