Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington – Immigration Legal Services – Wilmington, DE

Compassionate Immigration Legal Services in Wilmington

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington is a beacon of hope for immigrants and their families in Delaware. Located on West 4th Street, their Immigration Legal Services program provides vital legal assistance to those navigating the complex U.S. immigration system. Recognized by the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), the program’s accredited representatives and staff offer high-quality, low-cost legal counsel to individuals regardless of their religious background. Their mission is to reunite families and help newcomers achieve stability and citizenship in the United States.

Immigration and Naturalization Services

The immigration team at Catholic Charities handles a wide array of cases, providing expert guidance through bureaucratic challenges.

• Family Petitions: assisting U.S. citizens and permanent residents in filing petitions to bring family members to the United States.
• Citizenship and Naturalization: guiding eligible permanent residents through the application process to become U.S. citizens, including preparation for interviews and tests.
• Adjustment of Status: helping individuals already in the U.S. apply for lawful permanent resident status (Green Cards).

Special Humanitarian Relief

The program also focuses on vulnerable populations who need protection and legal status.

• DACA Renewals: assisting ”Dreamers” with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals applications to maintain their work permits and protection from deportation.
• Violence Against Women Act (VAWA): representing victims of domestic violence in self-petitions to gain independence and legal status without their abuser’s involvement.
• Employment Authorization: helping eligible immigrants apply for work permits to legally support themselves and their families.

Accessible Legal Aid

Catholic Charities is dedicated to making legal services affordable. They operate on a nominal fee scale, ensuring that cost is not a barrier to justice. If you are looking to find a lawyer or accredited representative for an immigration matter, or need to hire an attorney for a citizenship application, Catholic Charities provides a trusted and ethical option.