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Immigrant Kids Left Without Lawyers | Albany News
Over 1,400 immigrant children in New York are suddenly without legal representation after a key federal contract expired, leaving unaccompanied minors vulnerable in a complex immigration system. The Acacia Center for Justice, which provided critical legal aid, halted services after a funding dispute with HHS over unpaid bills and demands for privileged client data. A new contract with Burke Law Group won’t kick in until August 15th and only covers children still in government custody—leaving those already released without support. Without attorneys to guide them through trauma and legal…
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