PAIR Project

Welcome

The Political Asylum/ Immigration Representation Project (PAIR) is a nationally recognized pro bono model that works to secure safety and freedom for asylum-seekers who have fled from persecution throughout the world and to promote the rights of immigrants unjustly detained. PAIR provides hope and a new beginning to asylum-seekers, torture survivors and immigration detainees.

Founded in 1989, PAIR is the core provider of pro bono legal services to low-income asylum-seekers and immigration detainees in Massachusetts, and has over a 95% successful outcome in its cases. PAIR has provided direct legal services and consultations to more than 4,500 clients, and has trained and mentored over 1,100 volunteer lawyers in the state. PAIR pro bono attorneys donated over $5.8 million in legal services and expenses in 2008.

What's New:

Haiti Earthquake Relief
The PAIR Project extends its deepest condolences to the people of Haiti and is committed to helping with relief efforts. To get involved, see more here.

Help PAIR Double its Donations!
PAIR has received a matching grant to double contributions! Donate online now.

Know Your Rights Training
The AILA/EOIR/PAIR Pro Bono Program is holding a training on Know Your Rights and Bond on Friday, February 5, 2010.
See more here.

Pro Bono Attorney Training
Join PAIR staff for "Representing Asylum Seekers," a training course covering asylum law and procedure, and immigration court practice. February 9, 2010.
See more here.

Associates Honor Roll
Join our ASSOCIATES HONOR ROLL by donating the equivalent of one billable hour, or $250.