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Volunteer Lawyers Save Immigrants from Deportation | Philadelphia News
In Sacramento, a legal nonprofit is deploying volunteer lawyers to immigration courts where many immigrants face deportation without counsel—because unlike criminal cases, immigration proceedings don’t guarantee an attorney. With studies showing 47% win rates with lawyers versus just 19% without, this program fills a vital gap: helping people navigate complex paperwork, avoid scams, and understand their fate. Coordinator Kamalpreet Chohan spends her days in court, guiding vulnerable clients through high-stakes hearings amid shrinking resources and rushed procedures—offering hope when the…
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