Tag: Lawyers
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Local Law Day Event Recognized As Best In The Country
By Tarryn Mento A national professional organization of lawyers honored a local group for its celebration of an annual informational event about the legal system. The American Bar Association recognized this month The Friends of City Heights Library for its 2017 City Heights Law Day. The Friends of the City Heights Library Law Day Committee Co-Chair…
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Study Shows Dearth of Lawyers in Immigration Courts
By Jill Replogle Less than half of all immigrants facing deportation proceedings have legal representation, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. A study spearheaded by a New York federal judge found that having legal representation is a major factor affecting whether an immigrant accused of violating federal immigration laws is deported. The other major factor is…