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Immigration Legal Services

About

We serve clients who reside in the most eastern part of North Carolina only. To view our service area, please visit our Locations Page. Thank you for your understanding.

Protect Yourself from Impersonation Calls

There have been attempts by individuals to contact members of the public falsely claiming to be a Catholic Charities staff member. Please be aware of how to recognize legitimate calls from our team and protect your personal information.

Our staff will:

  • Identify themselves by first and last name and the program or office they represent.
  • Call from a verified number listed on our website.
  • Never ask for sensitive personal information unless you’re already in an established service process and can verify who you are speaking with.
  • Never pressure you to share information or make immediate decisions.

If you’re unsure whether a call is legitimate, hang up and call us back using a number listed on our website. You can also report concerns to us directly by contacting Consuelo Kwee, Director of Immigration Legal Services.

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Our Services

Our Services

The following services are provided at a minimum cost:

  • Citizenship Services
  • Family Petitions
  • Temporarily Protected Status (TPS)
  • U-Visas (For Victims of serious crimes)
  • VAWA (For victims of domestic violence)
  • Adjustment of Status
  • Work Permits
  • Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Renewals

If you are seeking Asylum or Refugee, please contact one of the following agencies listed here: 

Agency Contact Phone Website / Email
NC Committee for Refugees & Immigrants (USCRI) 919-334-0072 Visit Website
Lutheran Family Services 1-800-435-7464 Send Email
Church World Services 919-680-4310 Visit Website
Church World Service- 336-617-0381 Send Email
Church World Services 919-432-3566 Send Email
Elon University School of Law 336-279-9299 Send Email (Sofia Mosquera)
NC Justice Center 919-856-2570 Send Email
NC Justice Center 919-856-2178 Send Email
Catholic Charities of Charlotte 704-370-3219 Send Email
Council of Immigrant Relations 919-322-0360 Visit Website
Carolina refugee Resettlement Agency 704-535-8803 Visit Website

Workshops

Workshops

  • Naturalization
  • Know Your Rights
  • Family Preparedness

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Scheduling an Event

To schedule one of these events in your parish or agency please call or email Consuelo Kwee, Consuelo.Kwee@ccharitiesdor.org or 984-900-3114.

DACA Renewal

DACA Renewal

To schedule a DACA renewal appointment, please contact Chris Mills at Chris.Mills@ccharitiesdor.org or by phone at 919-861-7441 Ext 2402

You should submit your completed renewal application about 150 days (5 months), but no later than 120 days (4 months), before your current DACA and EAD expire.

Supporting documents and fees:

  1. Copy of the Employment Authorization Card front and back
  2. Copy of the previous application (if you are not Catholic Charities client)
  3. Criminal record (if applicable)
  4. One money order of $605 payable to Department of Homeland Security
  5. Catholic Charities fees $160 payable by money order or online with a credit or debit card

Established Clients

Established Clients Online Payment

If you are a new client do not continue, go to the New Client Tab.

This page is for returning clients to complete a payment for immigration services through Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh. Please enter the information requested below. If you have any questions, please contact Consuelo Kwee at Consuelo.Kwee@ccharitiesdor.org.

Click Here to Make a Payment

New Client

New Client Questionnaire & Payment

Thank you for choosing Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh for your immigration case.

Prior to scheduling an immigration consultation, new clients are asked to pay the $50 consultation fee. After submitting payment through the form below, you will be directed to the online intake. If you have any questions, please contact Consuelo Kwee at Consuelo.Kwee@ccharitiesdor.org.

Catholic Charities offers the ability for potential immigration clients to complete their intake online.

Steps to complete the online intake:

  1. Use the link below to pay the $50 consultation fee.
  2. Following payment, you will be directed to the online intake which you will complete and submit.
  3. Once your information is entered, one of our Immigration Accredited Representatives will contact you to evaluate your case and make an appointment with you.

Before you continue, please review the following questions:

  1. Are you seeking Political Asylum?
  2. Do you have a court date pending, and need representation?
  3. Do you reside outside the state of North Carolina?
  4. Do you have a criminal record, felony, significant misdemeanors or three or more non-significant misdemeanors?

If you answer “Yes” to one or more of these questions, DO NOT proceed, Catholic Charities will not be able to assist you in your case.

Attention: The questionnaire is designed to capture the information of the intended immigrant (FN), or applicant.

After completing your Online Questionnaire, you can allow 48 to 72 hours for a representative to contact you. This communication may occur via email or phone to gather more information about your case. Thank you for understanding and patience.

Individuals who are established clients have the ability to pay their Catholic Charities related fees online. Use the link below to access the payment page.

Click Here to Make a Payment

About

Through the immigration process, qualifying immigrants can be reunited with their family living in the United States and seek improved economic opportunities. However, this process can be confusing, complex, and expensive, making it challenging for immigrants to achieve.

For over 25 years, the Catholic Charities Immigration Legal Services have assisted families in the completion and submission of various immigration related processes. Each year, the program assists approximately 3,000 families with the following: naturalization and citizenship, family petitions, consular processing, humanitarian visas, and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Services are offered at reduced rates and financial assistance may also be available to further defer costs.

Individuals meet with Catholic Charities immigration staff who are accredited by the Department of Justice. Through one-on-one meetings, staff provide education on the immigration process and assist in the competition and submission of applications with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Staff also conduct community wide educational workshops and presentations.

Catholic Charities recognizes the imbalances in access, opportunities, and resources that exist within our immigrant community. Immigration Legal Services are structured to attract all immigrants regardless of place of origin, culture, religion or economic status. The goal is to provide help and create hope for immigrants as they establish their lives in the United States.

Donate

If you have any questions about making a donation, please contact Gabby Amos at Gabby.Amos@ccharitiesdor.org or (984) 900-3117.

Meet our Staff

Consuelo Kwée

Director of Immigration Services
Email Consuelo
984-900-3114

Sr. Rosanne Caiazzo

Shallotte
Immigration Services DOJ Accredited Representative
Email Sr. Rosanne
910-616-2105

Luisa Martin-Price

Raleigh, Durham
Full Accredited DOJ Representative Manager
Email Luisa
919-861-7441 ext. 2400

Sara McCormick

Fayetteville
Full Accredited DOJ Representative
Email Sara
910-424-2020 ext. 2602

Chris Mills

Raleigh
Immigration Assistant
Email Chris
919-861-7441 ext. 2420

David Rohrer

Raleigh, Greenville
Immigration Services DOJ Accredited Representative
Email David
919-861-7441 ext. 2401

Sara Sanchez

Raleigh
Immigration Assistant
Email Sara
919-861-7441 – Ext 2403

Teresa Portillo

Burlington
Immigration Assistant
Email Teresa
336-222–6868

Consuelo has been with Catholic Charities since February 1997, initially hired to provide disaster relief for the Hispanic community following Hurricane Fran. In 1998, she became the Director and founder of Centro para Familias Hispanas (Hispanic Family Center), offering information, referrals, and a range of programs for both adults and children. Under her leadership, the center experienced significant growth. She earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from Meredith College, where she actively volunteered in the Hispanic community. In 2001, she received partial accreditation from the Department of Justice to assist eligible immigrants with the often complex and costly immigration process. In September 2014, Consuelo transitioned into a newly created role as Director of the Immigration Legal Services Program at Catholic Charities. In this role, she oversees seven immigration offices and their accredited staff. She has strengthened the program by securing grants, developing an Immigration Manual, and creating standardized forms for staff use. A devoted parishioner of Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral, Rosa has been active in various Hispanic ministries. In her free time, she enjoys reading, walking, and dancing.
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Luisa Martin-Price has been with Catholic Charities since November 2016 and currently serves as Fully Accredited DOJ Representative. She has volunteered for CpFH on and off since 2000. She currently serves as the chair of the Justice for Immigrants Ministry for Holy Name of Jesus Cathedral in Raleigh. Luisa has a B.S degree in Education in Mathematics and Physics from the Universidad Católica Andres Bello in Caracas, Venezuela and is certified to teach in NC schools. She became a U.S. Citizen in 2008, is fluent in Spanish and English, and has dedicated herself to helping immigrants. Her favorite hobby is playing bridge and going hiking with her husband and dog. She is a proud mother of two adult children.
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Sara McCormick provides Immigration Legal representation as a DOJ Accredited Representative at Fayetteville Regional office. She has 8 years of Immigration Law experience and coordinates Informational meetings and workshops and is a member of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee at Catholic Charities. Prior joining the Immigration Legal services team, Sara worked for a transnational company in Mexico and US (South Carolina) in Human Resources for around 10 years. Sara has bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Management General from a recognized University in Mexico City. Sara and her husband Horace have two children, Maya and Austin, and a westie named “Lobo”.
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Chris has a Bachelor of Criminology with a Minor in Spanish from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. He has experience working in the New Hanover County District Attorney’s Office recording and transcribing statements to present to the prosecuting attorney. In his free time, Chris enjoys walking his dog, learning and cooking new recipes, watching hockey, and reading true crime stories.
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David joined the Immigration Legal Services program in April 2021, having volunteered with Catholic Charities for five years. Previously he spent 30 years in finance and IT management working for Black & Decker and GlaxoSmithKline. David is thrilled to be part of an organization that provides help and creates hope while respecting the dignity of those with few resources. In addition, he enjoys using Spanish and working cross-culturally, working in an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration, and learning the intricacies of immigration law. Most important of all, Catholic Charities provides David the opportunity to give back to society, to work for social justice, and to be inspired by the deep faith of others.
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Sara holds a bachelor’s degree in law from the University of Colombia and has completed the Paralegal Certification in Immigration from the Paralegal Institute in Florida. She brings extensive legal experience, having worked as a legal assistant for the Attorney General’s Office in Colombia and several law firms in Colombia. She has also previously volunteered with the Immigration Legal Services program of Catholic Charities, demonstrating her commitment to serving others.

 

In her role, Sara will provide general support to the DOJ Accredited Representatives in the Raleigh Office, assisting with the preparation of documents and applications for submission to the USCIS Office. She will also be responsible for answering phone calls, scheduling appointments, preparing letters and other documents, reviewing online applications, and translating documents as needed. Outside of work, Sara enjoys spending time with her family, practicing yoga, and volunteering to help others.

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In this role, Teresa will provide valuable support to our DOJ Accredited Representatives, assisting with document preparation, applications, and client interactions. Teresa is currently pursuing an associate degree in Criminal Justice at Alamance Community College and brings experience in team supervision, inventory management, and customer service. She is fluent in Spanish and English, with intermediate proficiency in French, adding a multilingual strength to our team. Outside of work, Teresa enjoys spending time with her family, attending church, painting, and dancing.
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