In order to become a client of Cabrini Center, individuals must first attend a “charla,” an informational session regarding immigration law. After attending the session, each person will have the opportunity to speak individually with an attorney or accredited representative regarding his or her case. If it is a type of case that Cabrini Center may be able to handle, then the individual can make an appointment to come back for a full intake.
There is no cost to attend a charla and receive an individual legal consultation. Cabrini Center’s charlas are offered the first three Tuesdays of each month at 1:00 PM. The first and third Tuesdays are given in Spanish, and the second Tuesday is given in English. Charlas take place at Catholic Charities’ main office, located at 2900 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX 77006.
If you are attending the charla, we ask that you please:
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Do not bring children. Having young children at the charla interferes with our ability to give the presentation and have a quiet room in which to provide legal advice.
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Sign-in for the 1:00 PM presentation begins at 11:00 AM, no earlier. We can only accommodate the first 100 people on a first come, first served basis. If you arrive after the sign-in sheet is full, you'll be asked to return to another charla presentation. You will speak with a legal representative in order of your arrival.
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Be prepared to spend two hours or more at the charla. Because we have a limited number of legal staff to accommodate a large crowd, please be ready to wait your turn to speak with an attorney or accredited representative.
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Please note that Cabrini Center attorneys and accredited representatives cannot give legal advice over the phone or through e-mail. If you would like legal advice, please attend a charla. If you have any questions about the charla, please call 713-874-6570.
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