According to the American Immigration Council, children, adults, and families with legal representation are more likely to succeed and fare better at every stage of the immigration process.
Lutheran Social Services of the National Capital Area (LSSNCA) offers free of charge immigration legal services to eligible Afghans, Ukrainians, and a limited number of DC residents. Additionally, legal fee-for-services assistance is available to former and existing program participants, who are referred internally to the legal team.
LSSNCA expands immigration legal services beyond former or current clients.
As of June 1, 2025, LSSNCA's legal team has expanded its immigration legal services to include individuals who are not LSSNCA former or current clients. Initially these services will include assistance with:
- Naturalization/Citizenship Application (N-400), including application for medical waiver for disability or impairment (N-648)
- Adjustment of Status (Form I-485), including Fee Waivers (Form I-912)
- Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) (Form I-765)
- Replace Permanent Resident Card/ Green Card (Form I-90)
- Petition for Alien Relative (Form I-130)
- Fee Waivers (Form I- 912)
- Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Requests
To become an LSSNCA immigration legal client, please complete this intake form.
A member of LSSNCA's legal team will contact you to schedule a legal consultation in your native language.
Consultation fee: $90 (non-refundable)
