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UNLV Immigration Clinic

@unlvimmigration.bsky.social
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We offer law students real world experience practicing immigration law, we provide free legal services to members of the campus community, and we defend adults in detention and unaccompanied children against deportation.

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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 09/08/2025
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Lombardo to authorize Nevada National Guard to support ICE operations - The Nevada Independent
Such a deployment of troops — whose responsibilities typically include responding to natural disasters or helping with overseas missions — marks a drastic escalation of their prior use as it relates t...
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Deborah Achtenberg @achten.bsky.social · 13/07/2025
68% of detainees in southern Nevada do NOT have criminal records.
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Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada @legalaidsnv.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
Esta noche con @commishtick.bsky.social, @aclunv.bsky.social, @unlvimmigration.bsky.social y más:
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
Congressman Steven Horsford denied entry to ICE detention center in Pahrump, NV, the largest ICE detention center in Nevada, where many of our clients are detained. www.facebook.com/share/r/1B7g...
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Redirecting...
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 20/07/2025
Clinic Director Michael Kagan talked to Mother Jones Magazine about a new decision by the Trump Administration that will make it harder for women fleeing violence to win asylum. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
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For women seeking asylum in the United States, things are about to get harder
Thanks to a "surprising" decision by Trump's Board of Immigration Appeals.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 12/07/2025
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UNLV Immigration Clinic reports 68% of detainees lack criminal convictions amid ICE sweeps
The UNLV Immigration Clinic says as of this week there are 406 people detained by ICE being held in Southern Nevada."ICE and other federal agents going to peopl
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
🇺🇸🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day for All 🇺🇸🇺🇸
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 03/07/2025
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ICE shut down this Latino market — without even showing up
Fear of immigration raids pushed the organizers of the Broadacres Marketplace in Las Vegas to temporarily close, shuttering a place at the heart of the city's Latino community.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 14/06/2025
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
This month and every month, we celebrate our LGBTQ staff, students and especially our clients who have shown incredible bravery to find safety and acceptance for who they are. We stand by our neighbors. And also, this is Vegas, so we plan to celebrate again in October. 🌈
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 23/05/2025
Our statement regarding ICE arrests at the Las Vegas Immigration Court
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Kyle Griffin @kylegriffin1.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
WASHINGTON (AP) - Federal judge blocks immigration authorities from revoking international students' legal status nationwide.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
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UNLV clinic: Immigration enforcement detains multiple asylum seekers after hearings
Michael Kagan, who directs the clinic, said court employees informed the organization that multiple asylum seekers were detained shortly after the Department of Homeland Security moved to dismiss thei...
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 07/05/2025
We stand by our neighbors. Now more than ever. www.nytimes.com/2025/05/06/b...
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Some Giant Law Firms Shy Away From Pro Bono Immigration Cases
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
We have been warning about this since April 9, when FBI agents began visiting the homes of children we represent. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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Ice seeking out unaccompanied immigrant children to deport or prosecute
Moves sparking fears of a crackdown on such children and prompting alarm about ‘backdoor family separation’
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Michael Kagan @michaelgkagan.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
I was able to talk about the danger to one of our clients at @unlvimmigration.bsky.social (co-counsel with @aclunv.bsky.social), and the absurdity of giving someone just 24 hour warning that he might be sent to a foreign prison, never to return. www.motherjones.com/politics/202...
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The men who could be sent to El Salvador next
A Mother Jones investigation based on firsthand accounts from ICE detainees in Texas reveals how Venezuelans were nearly removed from the country under the Alien Enemies Act without a chance to contes...
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Aaron Reichlin-Melnick @reichlinmelnick.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
The men include: - Stiven Prieto, a barber who has tattoos relating to his job - Omar Cárdenas, an H-E-B- employee whose pocketwatch tattoo was labeled TDA - Gregori Díaz, arrested in North Carolina, who has tattoos of Pikachu, Mario, stars, and a rose. - José Caldera, whose partner is a citizen.
Photo showing Stiven Prieto Viera at a barbershop in Texas. He looks proud to be standing in front of a barber chair. He's wearing a Yankees cap.Photo showing Omar Cardenas Martinez, provided by a relative. He's standing in front of the Fort Worth Stock Yards in a T shirt and shorts, looking like he's having a good time.Black and white selfie photo of Gregori Diaz-Luces, shared by his mother. He's flashing a peace sign towards the camera, and is wearing a Dodgers cap.Photo of Jose Gregoria Caldera Perez, provided by his partner Zulieka Reyes. He's holding a small child in one hand and making a silly face towards the camera, with his tongue out.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Important conversation @unlv.edu yesterday, including with our Community Advocacy Office Managing Attorney Alissa Cooley Yonesawa. www.youtube.com/live/ZwYRoEj...
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We Need to Talk About Immigration: Fact vs Fear
YouTube video by UNLV Journalism & Media Studies
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
The Latino Law Students Association at UNLV awarded Managing Attorney Alissa Cooley Yonesawa the La Voz Inspiradora Award on Friday night. The award recognizes Alissa’s pathbreaking work defending immigrants in Nevada and her mentorship of students and staff at the Community Advocacy Office.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
Support our work here law.unlv.edu/clinics/immi...
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 21/04/2025
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 10/04/2025
Urgent
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
Aubrey Maples, our University Legal Services attorney, spoke to National Public Radio about threats to immigrant students. www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2...
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International students face revoked visas
Many students who had their visas revoked have expressed sympathy for Palestinians in the conflict in Gaza.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
The UNLV Immigration Clinic is the only nonprofit legal service provider in Nevada that has a team of lawyers dedicated to representing folks in ICE detention, for free.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 05/04/2025
Members of the UNLV community can sign up for free immigration legal services through our University Legal Services program. We are proud to be part of an institution that stands by all members of our campus community. law.unlv.edu/clinics/immi...
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 01/04/2025
Client released from detention, home safe with his family. Onward. #HomeIsHere
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 12/03/2025
Another wise youth received their residency this week. Thank you for the reminder—we can do this ✨ #unlvimmigrationclinic #HereToStay
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Michael Kagan @michaelgkagan.bsky.social · 10/03/2025
@unlv.edu Acting Officer in Charge Chris Heavey today: “We will not back away from celebrating and serving all of our diverse communities. Diversity is an inherent part of the human condition and we are blessed to have an abundance of it on our campus. It is a strength and point of pride.”
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
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If feds violate civil rights in rounding up migrants here, NV police could be left holding the bag  • Nevada Current
There are also home-grown legal reasons why Nevada law enforcement agencies should be reluctant to serve as local arms of Trump’s “mass deportation” campaign. Put simply: They could face lawsuits and ...
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Michael Kagan @michaelgkagan.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
So incredibly proud of these two, Sara Kerby and Blanca Peña. Some lawyers never argue a case at this level their whole careers. Even fewer argue as well. #unlvimmigration
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
Clinic student attorneys Sara Kerby and Blanca Peña argued before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals today. I know we’re biased but we’re pretty sure they cooked ✨ We couldn’t be prouder of them. #unlvimmigration
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
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Immigrant families urged to prepare for emergencies at community event
Immigrant families are being encouraged to plan ahead for potential immigration emergencies at an upcoming community event.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 02/03/2025
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‘Catastrophic’: Experts warn mass deportations could cause Nevada economic fallout
Nevada’s undocumented community makes up a significant portion of the workforce. Deporting them could lead to increase in prices, loss of tax revenue and a further exacerbated housing shortage.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
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‘Am I free to go?': Las Vegas officials respond to growing fear in immigrant communities
Fear continues to grow in immigrant communities, following the Trump Administration’s promise to deport millions of people living without legal status in the U.S. It’s prompted Southern Nevada officia...
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 01/03/2025
La Voz, the Latino Law Student Association at the UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law, is in the midst of their annual fundraiser. Please support them! rebelraiser.unlv.edu/campaigns/la...
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La Voz: Strengthening Voices, Building Legacies - UNLV Rebel Raiser
La Voz, the Latino Law Student Association at the UNLV William S. Boyd School of Law, is committed to empowering Latino law students and bridging the gap between education and opportunity. Through men...
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 26/02/2025
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
Who do we help? law.unlv.edu/clinics/immi...
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 11/02/2025
TOMORROW!
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 08/02/2025
K-12 Educational Know Their Rights Guidance for Admin. & Educators Join Us to Learn Rights/Resources for Immigrant Students & 🏫 Communities. SIGN UP HERE: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
IMPORTANT WARNING. Best advice: Remain Silent.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Message from @unlv.bsky.social President Keith Whitfield
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 26/01/2025
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Poems on Immigration
Poems, readings, poetry news and the entire 110-year archive of POETRY magazine.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
As the new semester gets going, remember that we offer free immigration legal assistance to the UNLV community, especially students. We start with a simple consultation. We are often able to offer more help depending on the case. Schedule an appointment here: law.unlv.edu/.../immigr.....
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
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Multicultural campus: UNLV has potential to become a diversity destination
UNLV consistently ranks among the top five most diverse universities for undergrads in the country, sharing that honor with campuses like Stanford and the University of San Francisco.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
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Indy Explains: How might the Nevada National Guard help with mass deportation? - The Nevada Independent
Lombardo — alongside every other Republican governor except Vermont Gov. Phil Scott — said that he is ready to “utilize every tool” at his disposal to prevent illegal immigration.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
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Immigration advocates gear up to fight Trump promises in places that voted for him
In red states and border counties, lawyers are preparing for war against deportation policies that many relatives and neighbors support. They just don't know "where the battle will be yet."
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
CORRECTING MYTHS AND FEARS: An immigration “warrant” is not like a normal arrest warrant. Regular warrants are signed by judges. Immigration warrants are not. You should not let ICE into your home if they only have an immigration warrant.
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
Alissa Cooley Yonesawa" We're all neighbors."
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UNLV Immigration Clinic @unlvimmigration.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
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Immigration advocates rally Nevadans to protect families amid Trump’s deportation threats
In Las Vegas, where 33% of the population is Latino, advocates are urging residents to be part of the resistance in protecting their neighbors form Donald Trump's pending deportation orders. Activists...
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