Tennessee Justice for Our Neighbors – Nashville, TN

Compassionate Legal Aid for Immigrants

Tennessee Justice for Our Neighbors (TNJFON) is a non-profit law firm dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable immigration legal services to low-income individuals. Founded in 2008 by the United Methodist Church as a faith-based response to the needs of the immigrant community, TNJFON has grown into a vital resource for Nashville’s diverse population. The organization operates on the principle of hospitality, welcoming strangers as neighbors and ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent vulnerable families from accessing justice. Their staff attorneys are experts in humanitarian immigration law, working tirelessly to protect refugees, asylum seekers, and survivors of violence.

Humanitarian Relief and Advocacy

TNJFON focuses exclusively on humanitarian-based immigration law. This means they prioritize cases that involve safety and human rights, such as asylum claims for those fleeing persecution and Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) for abused or neglected children. They are also a primary provider of assistance for DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) renewals, helping young people maintain their ability to work and study in the U.S. Beyond direct legal representation, the organization is deeply involved in community education, hosting ‘Know Your Rights’ seminars and advocating for fair and humane immigration policies at the state and local levels.

Services and Programs

• Humanitarian Relief: Representing clients in Asylum, U Visa, and T Visa applications.
• DACA Renewals: Assisting Dreamers with the legal paperwork to renew their protected status.
• Family Reunification: Helping families navigate the complex petition process to be together.
• Green Card Renewals: Ensuring permanent residents maintain valid documentation.
• Education and Advocacy: Empowering the community with legal knowledge and fighting for immigrant rights.

Headquartered at Casa Azafrán on Nolensville Pike, TNJFON is located in the heart of Nashville’s most international corridor. As part of a national network of Justice for Our Neighbors clinics, they combine local expertise with national resources to deliver life-changing legal outcomes.