“See in the migrants of our time, as in those of every age, a living image of God’s people on their way to the eternal homeland.”
As a Jesuit institution committed to social justice and public service, Santa Clara Law’s community and graduates are well-positioned to respond to Pope Francis' call. They do so at a time when the demand for immigration law experts is at an all-time high. The current national climate, with numerous changes in immigration policy, the likelihood of legislative shifts, and recent Supreme Court decisions, requires thoughtful responses and resources for training new lawyers. Furthermore, the global nature of business drives individuals to migrate to fulfill lifelong dreams and meet business needs both here and abroad.
The Immigration Initiative is a resource for the law school and the community. The Initiative draws upon our Jesuit teachings, the expertise of Santa Clara Law faculty and staff who teach, research, practice, and advocate in the area of immigration, the work of our dedicated inspiring students, and our extensive alumni network of outstanding immigration practitioners. Our work is informed by the many lessons learned from the thoughtful, resilient clients served by our clinical programs and community partners who tirelessly advocate on behalf of migrants.
VISION/MISSION:
- To build upon the Law School’s commitment to immigration law as evidenced by our rigorous academic programs, hands-on clinical training
- To serve as a resource to law students and graduates interested in the immigration law field
- To serve as a resource and active thought partner and leader on immigration law and policy for the University and broader community
- Business Immigration Law
- Immigration Appellate Practice Clinic
- Katharine and George Alexander Community Law Center:
- Immigration Litigation Skills
- Immigration Interviewing and Advising Clinic
- Immigration Law and Crimes
- Forced Migration Law (Refugee Law)
- Immigration Law Survey
- Sydney Summer Abroad
- Immigration Law Society
- Students may also join the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), free of charge. Here is the link to the membership page.