press mentions

Policy Director Lisa Parisio explains what immigrants and community organizations can do to prepare for the possibility of increased immigration enforcement. She reiterates that everyone in the U.S. has rights and ILAP will be fiercely defending the rights of our clients and Maine’s immigrant communities.

Executive Director Sue Roche discusses the likelihood and impact of potential immigration changes under the incoming Trump administration and ILAP’s commitment to protecting due process rights for immigrants.

Executive Director Sue Roche explains the legal rights of people in the asylum process, discussing ILAP’s response to the election and the work ahead.

Executive Director Sue Roche expresses concerns about the impact of anti-immigrant policies and shares ILAP’s continued commitment to Maine’s immigrant communities.

Policy Director Lisa Parisio warns of the potential immediate and generational harm to Maine’s community if the incoming Trump administration carries out its mass immigration enforcement plans.

The Maine Justice Foundation announces their 2024 Annual Awards. Among this year’s awardees is Senator Anne Carney who was nominated by ILAP and our partners for her commitment to enhancing civil legal aid in Maine.

Asylum Assistance and Legal Orientation Project (AALOP) attorney Catherine N. Lindgren overviews ILAP's work helping asylum seekers in Maine fill out accurate and timely asylum applications and the importance of such support.

The Muskie Fund for Legal Services hosted its 27th annual Access to Justice Ceremony, celebrating Preble Street’s Executive Director Mark Swann. The event raised funds for civil legal aid organizations in Maine, including ILAP.

Maine Justice Foundation marks Juneteenth and highlights their Racial Justice Fund. ILAP is among the current Fund’s grantees, having received funding to launch our paid Racial Justice Fellowship Program for law students who identify as immigrants or have lived immigrant experience.

Policy Director Lisa Parisio discusses the impact of legal scams on immigrants in Maine and highlights ILAP’s 30-year history supporting asylum seekers.

Co-legal Director Alice Kopij explains the impact of immigration legal scams in an article highlighting efforts by the Maine Attorney General's Office and our partners to spread awareness about immigration fraud.

Policy Director Lisa Parisio discusses President Biden's plan to severely limit access to asylum and its potential for harmful impacts on families in Maine.