For Immediate Release: Thursday, July 24th, 2025 OTAY MESA, CA — A Deaf, non-verbal asylum seeker from Mongolia has been released from U.S. immigration custody following months of detention without access to an interpreter. In a major legal victory for… Continue reading “Deaf Mongolian Asylum Seeker Released from ICE Custody Following Federal Court Order Requiring Disability Accommodations”…| Disability Law United
Disability Law United (DLU) invites candidates to apply for sponsorship for public interest fellowship applications for the one- to two-year period beginning Fall 2026. | Disability Law United
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Tuesday, July 15th, 2025 In a win against ICE and their continued discrimination against people with disabilities in detention, Disability Law United and co-counsel Disability Rights Legal Center (DRLC) have prevented a Deaf immigrant from Mongolia from being immediately deported… Continue reading “DLU & Co-Counsel Prevent Immediate Deportation of Disabled, Deaf Asylum Seeker, Force ICE to Provide Accommodations ”…| Disability Law United
If you’re reading this, we know you’re a vital part of a diverse and incredible community that’s working towards intersectional disability justice nationwide. Beyond our many wonderful supporters like you, the Disability Law United Board of Directors is the guiding force behind and the committed heart of our organization, and we’re pleased to announce the planned expansion of our board and the launch of our open call for new board members! | Disability Law United
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🎉 Celebrating our impact in 2024! We’re proud to share the 2024 Disability Law United Annual Report, highlighting the vital work of our legal team and honoring the generosity of our supporters and community. From victories in the courtroom to… Continue reading “2024 Disability Law United Annual Report”…| Disability Law United
April 1st, 2025 In the strongest terms possible, Disability Law United condemns the recent Executive Orders directed at law firms, attorneys and the practice of law in the United States. It has long been a basic fact of American life… Continue reading “Organizational Statement on Executive Orders Attacking the Practice of Law ”…| Disability Law United
Despite repeatedly violating people’s rights, ICE is always trying to evade accountability.” March 14th, 2025 The Northwest ICE Processing Center (formerly known as Northwest Detention Center or NWDC) in Tacoma, Washington is notorious, with a documented history of abuse, inhumane… Continue reading “Disability Law United Sues to Hold ICE Accountable, Compel Records Release”…| Disability Law United
March 5, 2025 – Nashville, TN – In a significant achievement for the rights of deaf prisoners, three deaf men and Disability Rights Tennessee reached a settlement with the Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) that will provide videophones, sign language… Continue reading “Settlement Reached in Tennessee Deaf Prisoner Case: Tennessee Department of Correction commits to provide necessary technology and services to ensure equal access”…| Disability Law United
EDIT 1:30PM MST 02/26/2025: The full press conference recording may be viewed via Housekeys Action Network – Denver on Facebook and Instagram, linked here. DENVER, CO – Disability Law United, Newman | McNulty, LLC, and Brooklyn Law School’s Disability &… Continue reading “Disability Advocates Sue Denver, Allege Systemic Discrimination & Failure to Provide Accessible Shelter & Services to Disabled, Houseless People”…| Disability Law United