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What You Need to Know About Becoming a U.S. Citizen & Good Moral Character

The process of going from lawful permanent resident (green card holder) to U.S. citizen is called “naturalization.” It requires you to submit an application to U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), which will decide if...

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What You Need to Know About Operating a Business or Nonprofit

This resource highlights key legal considerations that small businesses and nonprofits need to be aware of to stay compliant and operate effectively. Understanding these requirements is essential to how you run your organization. An attorney...

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What You Need to Know About Identity Theft

Identity theft happens when someone uses your personal or financial information without your permission. When identity thieves get access to your social security number, bank account, credit or debit card numbers, or other sensitive information,...

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What You Need to Know About Shelter in NYC if You are a New Arrival

You are a “New Arrival” if you arrived in the United States on or after March 15, 2022 and you have a fear of returning to your home country. Everyone in New York City, including...

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What You Need to Know About Housing Discrimination & Using a Rental Voucher/Subsidy

This guide provides an overview about housing discrimination with a focus on housing vouchers and subsidies. It defines housing and source of income discrimination, outlines common tactics landlords may use to discriminate against low-income New...

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What You Need to Know About Surrogate’s Court

What is Surrogate’s Court and how does it help individuals and families navigate legal matters related to the estates of the deceased.

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What You Need to Know About Trump’s June 2025 Travel Ban

On June 4, 2025, President Trump issued a Proclamation titled Restricting the Entry of Foreign Nationals to Protect the United States From Foreign Terrorists and Other National Security and Public Safety Threats. This restricts travel...

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What You Need to Know About Emails Terminating Parole, Telling Me to Self-Deport

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been sending messages to some people who were paroled into the U.S., ending their parole and telling them to leave the U.S. immediately.

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What You Need to Know About Non-Citizen Registration

Some people who are not U.S. citizens need to register with the U.S. government. This means telling the government that you are in the United States. You can find more details here.

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What You Need to Know About Venezuelan Temporary Protected Status (TPS)

The US government has made significant decisions regarding Venezuelan Temporary Protected Status (TPS). This factsheet will help you determine what that means for you.