Legal Resources
A quick-reference guide to the key federal agencies, hotlines, and organizations that protect the rights of Deaf and hard-of-hearing people in the United States.
This website provides general legal information only. It is not legal advice. Organizations listed are independent of Deaf Refugee Rights Advocates, LLC.
ADA & Disability Rights
Federal agencies that enforce the Americans with Disabilities Act and related civil rights laws.
U.S. Dept. of Justice — ADA
File ADA complaints; get information about your rights
Dept. of Education — Office for Civil Rights
Disability discrimination in schools and educational programs
Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Employment discrimination — file within 180–300 days
Disability Rights Advocates
National nonprofit law firm for high-impact disability rights cases
Immigration & Refugee Services
Agencies and organizations that assist with immigration status, asylum, and refugee resettlement.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Immigration benefits, asylum, and refugee status information
Office of Refugee Resettlement
Federal assistance for refugees, asylees, and eligible immigrants
Immigration Advocates Network
Find free or low-cost immigration legal help near you
Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing Services
Organizations focused specifically on the rights and needs of Deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals.
National Association of the Deaf
Civil rights advocacy, legal referrals, and resources for Deaf people
Gallaudet University — Deaf Resources
Disability rights resources and referrals for Deaf individuals
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)
Free relay service for Deaf people to communicate by phone — dial 711
Free Legal Aid
Organizations that provide free or low-cost civil legal help to people who cannot afford an attorney.
Legal Services Corporation
Federally funded network of free civil legal aid organizations
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