Familias Unidas is a dedicated legal services program under the Community Council of Idaho, specializing in immigration and family law with a mission to preserve families and support vulnerable populations. It stands out for its compassionate, sliding-fee approach that prioritizes accessibility for low-income individuals and families across Canyon County and select Idaho locations.
The program focuses on empowering clients through personalized legal assistance, education, and advocacy, particularly aiding victims of violence, trafficking, and domestic abuse. With a bilingual team that values clear communication, Familias Unidas ensures clients fully understand their legal processes and rights, fostering resilience and community integration.
Services Offered
- U-Visa services for crime victims
- T-Visa services for trafficking survivors
- VAWA (Violence Against Women Act) assistance
- SIJS (Special Immigrant Juvenile Status) services
- Asylum application and support
- Marriage-based immigration petitions
- Parent, child, and sibling-based petitions
- Fiancé(e) visas (K-1, K-2, K-3, K-4)
- Consular process preparation
- Adjustment of status applications
- Waivers for inadmissibility
- Citizenship and naturalization services
- DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) applications and renewals
- TPS (Temporary Protected Status) applications and renewals
- Green card renewal
- Employment authorization document (EAD) renewal
- FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) requests
- Divorce consultation and representation
- Guardianship petitions and court representation
- Tenant defense and eviction assistance
- Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
- Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO) assistance
Services are available in both English and Spanish, with a focus on low-income households and individuals across Idaho, particularly in Canyon County. The program operates by appointment and uses a sliding-fee structure based on total household income to ensure affordability.
