Empowering New Americans in central Maryland | Immigration Legal Services

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Luminus' Legal Team Taking New Clients

Immigration laws and regulations can seem complicated. We are here to help you and your family understand your options and navigate the process. If you do not speak English, we will provide a professional, caring interpreter to assist you in communicating with our Legal staff.

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Save the Date for More Than Hope

More Than Hope has been scheduled for Feb 23, 2025. Mark your calendar! Ticket sales coming soon!

White House announces parole in place

Starting on August 19, 2024, noncitizen spouses and children of U.S. citizens can apply for parole-in-place.

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Luminus Earns Gold Seal of Transparency

Only 9% of nonprofit organizations hold a seal at all and we are proud to be among them. The Seal represents Luminus’ commitment to transparency and being a good steward of the funds that our donors invest in our mission.

Luminus Rejoins Howard County Housing Affordability Coalition

Luminus stands with our fellow coalition members to encourage more fit and affordable housing in Howard County.

We help New Americans shine.

America’s richness comes from its diversity, which has been shaped by generations of immigrants who bravely pursued their dreams. Then and now, as New Americans work to achieve those dreams and adapt to their new lives, they face unique challenges. Luminus helps to shine a light on these issues and to illuminate the path for immigrants.

For more than 40 years, Luminus has empowered New Americans by offering legal, social, and language services to help them achieve their goals. We also seek systematic changes that will better the lives of all immigrants. Based in Columbia, Maryland, we envision a community that welcomes immigrant neighbors, values their cultures, understands and addresses their needs, celebrates their achievements, and elevates their voices. Our dream is a bright future for all New Americans.

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