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Defender Testimony on ICE Out Legislation

Defender Testimony on ICE Out Legislation

Full City Council testimony from Chief Defender Keisha Hudson, and Immigration Law Practice Chief Lilah Thompson on "ICE Out" Legislation

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Support Immigration Defense!

Support Immigration Defense!

Donate to our Immigration Law Practice!

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Immigrant Rights & Resources

Immigrant Rights & Resources

Rights and resources for our immigrant clients, their families and communities.

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Statement on New Prison Oversight Board

Statement on New Prison Oversight Board

Voters have approved the ballot measure to establish a permanent Prison Oversight Board in Philly

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Defender Statement on Non-Attorney Staff Union

Defender Statement on Non-Attorney Staff Union

Congratulations to our new non-attorney staff union!

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