Free Immigration Legal Help in Wisconsin
17 nonprofits recognized by the U.S. Justice Department to give immigration legal help have 25 offices in Wisconsin, with the most in Milwaukee, Madison and Racine.
From the Justice Department's recognized organizations roster (updated October 25, 2026) and its pro bono list (October 2026 edition). The sources are listed at the end of this page.
Nonprofits recognized by the Justice Department
Each can give immigration legal help through accredited representatives, and some also have staff attorneys. They help with applications to USCIS, and some also represent people in immigration court.
Appleton
World Relief
World Relief Wisconsin - Fox Valley
510 East Wisconsin AvenueAppleton, WI 54911
Eau Claire
World Relief
World Relief Wisconsin – Chippewa Valley Extension Office
221 W Madison Street, Suite 107Eau Claire, WI 54703
Fitchburg
Catholic Multicultural Center
Fitchburg Extension Office
5256 Verona RoadFitchburg, WI 53711
Green Bay
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Green Bay
Principal Office
1825 Riverside DriveGreen Bay, WI 54301
Kenosha
Racine Interfaith Coalition
Kenosha Extension Office
6218 26th AveKenosha, WI 53143
La Crosse
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of La Crosse
Principal Office
508 S. 5th StreetLa Crosse, WI 54601
Madison
Catholic Multicultural Center
Principal Office
1862 Beld StreetMadison, WI 53713Centro Hispano, Inc.
Principal Office
2403 Cypress WayMadison, WI 53713End Domestic Abuse Wisconsin: The Wisconsin Coalition Against Domestic Violence
Principal Office
1400 E. Washington Avenue, Suite 262Madison, WI 53703
Manitowoc
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Green Bay
Manitowoc Satellite Extension Office
1418 Grand AvenueManitowoc, WI 54220
Menasha
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Green Bay
Menasha Extension Office
1475 Opportunity WayMenasha, WI 54952
Milwaukee
Community Center for Immigrants
Principal Office
1433 N. Water Street, Suite 400Milwaukee, WI 53202Elmbrook Church/James Place Immigration Services
Principal Office
807 S. 14th Street, Suite 200Milwaukee, WI 53204Elmbrook Church/James Place Immigration Services
South Howell Avenue-Milwaukee Extension Office
4204 S Howell AvenueMilwaukee, WI 53207Hanan Refugee Relief Group
Principal Office
3927 South Howell AvenueMilwaukee, WI 53207International Institute of Wisconsin, Inc.
Principal Office
1110 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Dr.Suite 420Milwaukee, WI 53203Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin and Upper Michigan, Inc.
Principal Office
3974 S. Howell Avenue, Suite 2Milwaukee, WI 53207Neighborhood House of Milwaukee/International Learning Program (ILP)
Principal Office
2819 W Richardson PlaceMilwaukee, WI 53208Sojourner Family Peace Center
Principal Office
619 W Walnut StreetMilwaukee, WI 53212UMOS, Latina Resource Center
Principal Office
2701 S. Chase Avenue, Suite DMilwaukee, WI 53207
Racine
Racine Interfaith Coalition
Principal Office
2302A DeKoven AvenueRacine, WI 53403Rapids Hunger Foundation Inc.
Principal Office
2915 Romayne AvenueRacine, WI 53404
Stevens Point
Immigrant Hope - Forest Lakes
Principal Office
2309 Eagle SummitStevens Point, WI 54467
Waukesha
Elmbrook Church/James Place Immigration Services
Waukesha Extension Office
129 West BroadwayWaukesha, WI 53186
Wausau
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of La Crosse
Wausau Extension Office
540 South 3rd AvenueWausau, WI 54401
Before you call
- Say what you need help with: the form (for example I-485, I-130, N-400 or a DACA renewal) and any notice you got from USCIS or the court.
- Ask whether they take that kind of case, and whether there is a waiting list.
- Ask about fees. Ask whether they can waive or reduce them if you cannot pay.
- Ask who will work on your case: an attorney or an accredited representative.
- Ask whether someone speaks your language, or whether they use an interpreter.
- Have your receipt number, A-Number and notices nearby.
- Free help often has waiting lists, so contact more than one organization.
Only lawyers and accredited representatives can advise you
In the U.S., a notary public or "notario" is not a lawyer and cannot give immigration legal advice, even though a notario is a lawyer in some other countries. USCIS lists who can: attorneys in good standing with a U.S. state bar, and accredited representatives who work for an organization the Justice Department recognizes.
You can check an attorney on the state bar's website, and an accredited representative on the Justice Department's roster. EOIR also publishes a list of disciplined practitioners.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get free immigration legal help in Wisconsin?
17 nonprofits recognized by the U.S. Justice Department to give immigration legal help have 25 offices in Wisconsin, with the most in Milwaukee, Madison and Racine. Recognized organizations serve mainly people with low incomes, and those that charge fees must have a policy for clients who cannot pay.
Are these Wisconsin organizations free?
Not always. Some recognized organizations charge low fees, and each one that charges must have a written policy for people who cannot pay. Providers on the pro bono list give free help to people in immigration court. Ask about fees when you call.
Can they help with my green card or citizenship application?
Recognized organizations can help with applications to USCIS, such as family-based green cards, DACA renewals and naturalization. The roster does not say which cases each office takes, so ask. Representatives marked “DHS only” on the roster can help with USCIS but cannot represent you in immigration court.
Does MyCheck recommend any of them?
No. Every organization here comes from a public Justice Department list. MyCheck does not rank or vet them, and none pays to be listed.
Legal help in other states
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Sources
MyCheck is not a law firm and does not give legal advice. The organizations on this page come from public U.S. Justice Department lists. MyCheck does not endorse or recommend any of them, and no one pays to be listed. Hours, fees and services change, so call before you go. To report a mistake on this page, email info@sfdify.com.
