Standing in solidarity with immigrants for over 20 years!

Providing a wide variety of comprehensive legal immigration services pro bono or low cost.

Everyone DESERVES THE OPPORTUNITY TO

enjoy the good life.

We believe that…

Legal

Mental

Mental health support for survivors of violence, trauma storytelling, and group sessions for healing.

Education

Hosting interpreter trainings, immigration basics, and know your rights workshops to the community.

Our Mission:

Providing comprehensive legal services so immigrants and refugees in Nebraska can thrive.

Our Vision:

Immigrants and refugees in Nebraska are safe, stable, and have legal status so we all can enjoy the good life.

We are all neighbors

We are all Nebraskans

Immigrants are integral, important, and necessary members of our society. When you invest in an immigrant’s future, the investment benefits all Americans. Our clients pay taxes, obtain an education to fulfill their passions and dreams, and support their communities by giving back to society. As policies make life harder for immigrants, we must stand together.

Learn More About CLIA

Empowering Access,

Inspiring Change

Founded in 2001, CLIA is a Lincoln based 501(c)(3) nonprofit offering comprehensive, pro bono, and affordable legal immigration services. created to address the growing need for affordable immigration assistance west of Omaha, CLIA made history by filing the first approved U-Visa application in Nebraska. Our dedicated team of experienced attorneys DOJ-accredited representatives, mental health professionals, and support staff are committed to serving individuals across the state.

What our Clients Have to Say

“Ellie was very attentive and kind to me. The day I got my card, I was overwhelmed with joy. I couldn’t believe it. Thank you for your help CLIA”

Maribel (LPR Adjustment)
Thank you to CLIA for all of their help. I’ve been at their office for over 10 years and they have helped me with my U-visa, work permit, my children, my green card, and now my US citizenship. I couldn't be more thankful that it was done completely pro-bono

Juana T (Domestic Violence Survivor)
"My gratitude to Mary Choate and everyone at CLIA cannot be measured. For me, they are my Angels on Earth. All of their help was a gift from God. All of their effort and knowledge gave me peace, happiness, and security in this beautiful country. They kept me united with my family. it has been the most precious gift that we can enjoy."

Alejandra F (Domestic Violence Survivor)
"I officially got my citizenship! I wanted to send a huge thank you for all your help getting through the process. I really appreciate all your expertise and how you made everything so much easier to understand."

Raya Alzuhair (Citizenship)