Business Model of a Legal Clinic

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Business Model: Immigration Legal Clinic Source: ExecVisa.com
Key Partnerships Key Activities Value Propositions
Key Resources
Cost Structure Revenue Streams
Client Relationships
Channels
Client Segments
local
probono
attorneys &
law firms
local USCIS
& congress
rep offices
Local Ethnic
& Cultural
Entities
entities that
co-sponsor
events
FTE Salaries
& Benefits
(incl.
Fellows)
3-step phase-
in plan for
services
legal liability
insurance &
member fees
DACA & a
wide-range
of services
Visit intern/
externship
fairs
Donations
& council
grants
RSS Cultural
& Education
grants
Bi-Lingual
& Friendly
Staff
Front desk
coverage /
calls system
Eligible for
"DACA"
No. of clients
served based
on total fund
Nominal fees
up front - no
payment plan
DREAMers
Green Card by
Employment
with LIFE Act
Goal-based
Program
Evaluation
Confidential
Interview
Rooms
Bi-Lingual
Website with
Donate Tab
law & Non-
Law Student
Interns
local,regional
& nat. Faith
Structures
“in-kind”
support &
subsidies
Refugees
adjusting
status
Ethnic
community
congregation
COA best
practice
standards
BIA
Accredited&
Recognized
Child Care -
when parent
with lawyer
Walk-in
Model &
waiting room
High-quality
affordable &
free services
Immigratio
n Clinics &
Workshops
Councils,
Societies &
commissions
On-time:
inform client
on progress
Trainings,
webinars(aila
,CLINIC,ABA)
Businesses:
they rely on
foreign labor
Law
enforcement
refer U visas
Immigration
media & local
reporters
Gov agencies
key decision-
makers
Universities:
for interns &
volunteers
Law resource
& Advocacy
Centers
Former
immigratio
n judges
Networks,
Associations
& Coalitions
Charities,
Forums &
Projects
Community
Outreach &
Fundraising
Board host
donor
events
source funds
Fellowship
programs to
expand staff
Immigration
law services
& train staff
Programs:
RSVP, vista,
AmeriCorps
Systematic
Mailing
System
Volunteers,
Translators
& Lawyers
Pro-bono
Accounting &
IT Services
Immigration
Listservs &
BIA Roster
Meet Donors
(actual &
potential)
ABA Legal
Resource
Referrals
ABA List of
Law Schools
& Probonos
Retainer
Agreement
builds trust
notify client
for hearings /
interviews
Bi-monthly
community
presentation
Family visa
petitioners
Eligible to
be
Naturalized
Seeking
Employment
Authorized
Online: Ads,
newsletters
social media
Cubans
adjusting
status
RSS&similar
charities
refer clients
local foreign
language
trad. media
Funding from
religious
groups
Government
funding for
Citizenships
invest in
itself “rainy
day fund”
Reference
Materials
(law books)
Mentoring
attorneys for
law firms
State Bar
Foundations,
Trusts(iolta)
Parent Org.
Donations,
space&equip
Fundraising
events,admin
& supplies
Awards &
Justice
Fellowships
Computers &
CaseManager
Software
Protected
cloud space
for case files
Color Printer
with Copier-
Scanner-Fax
Telephone,
Postage &
Internet
Word-of-
mouth &
networking
Funds from
private
sources
Contributio
n from local
law firms
Translating
documents&
interpreting
U visa
petitioners
Federal
Government
funds(VAWA)
Speaking at
congregati
on events
Green Card
by marriage
to U.S.
Citizen/LPR
Info Pass &
Consultation/
Office Visit
RFE & non-
typical
work fees
Seeking
Asylum
Refugee im-
migrant visa
petitioners
Group
processing
workshops
Seeking
Removal
Defense
No deficit:
refer clients
to partners
Registry
Legalization
Program (illegal
since prior '72)
The Business Model of a Legal Clinic
Management should assess the most
favorable factors, and identify the least
favorable factors, related to proposals for
Walk-in/Appointment Systems and Legal
Clinic Program Evaluations such as Goal-
based, Process or Outcomes. Further
assistance on how to establish a U.S. non-
profit is provided by the free guidelines
set out at NCNA.org
The Business Model Canvas shows charity
leaders and board members that their
entity is capable of operating a legal
clinic. The sketched Canvas clearly
demonstrates to funders and grant
providers that the starting/evolving
program is professional and worthy of
funding. The Canvas can also be used to
develop and refine the legal clinic’s
business model.
The 9 building blocks of the Business Model Canvas
1) Key partners, such as providers/suppliers from whom the
organization sources key resources, or partners with
whom the organization collaborates.
2) Key activities, required to deliver the organization
services, such as the channels, client relationships, and
revenue streams.
3) Key resources, describing what resources the
organization needs to undertake key activities, such as
presenting its value proposition and maintaining client
relationships.
4) Value proposition, problems that the organization solves
for its clients, what client needs are satisfied.
5) Client relationships, what kinds of relationships should
the organization maintain with different types of clients,
and what do these cost?
6) Channels, what is the best way to reach each client
segment?
7) Client segments, the most valuable clients to the
organization.
8) Cost structure, what are the most important costs, which
resources and activities are most expensive?
9) Revenue streams, what will clients pay for? What do they
currently pay and to whom?
The Business Model Canvas was co-
created by Dr Osterwalder, world
renowned entrepreneur and co-author
of an international bestseller which sold
over 1 million copies in 30 different
languages. The Canvas is used now by
leading organizations around the world,
like GE, P&G, Ericsson, NASA, PWC, intel
and 3M. Dr Osterwalder, states that a
business model can best be described
through nine basic building blocks that
show the logic of how a company/
organization intends to secure revenues.
The nine building blocks assist the legal
clinic to adapt/survive on nominal fees
and donations:
Client Segments for the Immigration Legal Clinic
Undocumented immigrants are a
common client segment for a legal clinic.
In USA, some paths to Legal Status for
undocumented immigrants include:
• Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA)
• Green Card through Marriage to a U.S. Citizen or
Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR)
• DREAMers Green Card through Employment with
LIFE Act Protection
• Asylum Status
• U Visa for Victims of Crime
• Undocumented immigrants who entered USA
before 1972, and resided here continuously since
then, may be eligible for lawful status under the
little-known Registry legalization program.
It is essential to have a clear
understanding of the client segments for
the immigration legal clinic. The following
census reports will assist you to estimate,
by particular region, the number of non-
citizens and undocumented:
• U.S. Bureau of Census American Fact Finder;
• The Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate
(CARA) at Georgetown University;
• The Pew Hispanic Center;
• The Migration Policy Institute;
• Grantmakers Concerned about Immigrants and
Refugees (GCIR);
• The Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
Statistical Yearbook; and
• In relation to U-visas, State and local police
departments and district attorneys maintain
useful crime statistics.
The demand for Immigration Legal Clinics in USA
Further motivation for immediate action
stemmed from the possibility of the
Deferred Action for Parents of Americans
(DAPA) Initiative being enacted in June
2016. Such action would mean that 3.7
million (MPI estimate)
undocumented/illegal immigrants could
apply for legal residency in the U.S. In
addition to DAPA's enactment, there was
the added probability of expanding the
eligibility requirements of the current
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
(DACA). This could have increased the
eligibility by about 330,000 immigrants.
This is according to the Pew Research
Center. These developments would result
in the requirement to provide pro-
bono/low-cost immigration legal services
for an additional 4 million people in
future years.
In 2015, more U.S. charities began
researching how to start their own
Immigration Legal Clinic. However, some
have difficulty in understanding the
process of setting up these pro
bono/low-cost legal services. A large
number of them are motivated to
facilitate the many thousands of Cuban
refugees rushing to the U.S. borders to
obtain permanent residency. They fear
imminent ending of the Cuban
Adjustment Act of 1966. Moreover, there
is still an ongoing demand for pro-bono
immigration law expertise. This is to help
the many thousands of Latin American
children who recently transgressed
across the Texas border seeking asylum
in the U.S.
Start your own Legal Clinic
Further assistance is provided by the guidelines set out in
the Immigration Charity E-book by ExecVisa, available at:
Amazon (Kindle)
iBooks
Kobo
Barnes&Noble (Nook)
Smashwords
Chapters (Indigo)
Scribd
E-book Contents:
1: How to start an Immigration Legal Clinic -
Recognition and Accreditation
Meet the essential requirements (check-list)
2: Tips for a successful immigration legal clinic
3: Recognition and Accreditation explained
The benefits of Recognition and Accreditation
The disadvantages of Recognition and
Accreditation
Certificates of Service on USCIS and ICE
Connect with ExecVisa
ExecVisa Team Support:
team@execvisa.com
ExecVisa.com
US immigration specialists, ExecVisa, published this
Ebook for those who wish to start and operate an
Immigration Legal Clinic in USA. ExecVisa are a team
of experienced professionals and partners that
advize and guide those seeking visas. They have a
network of carefully selected strategic partners plus
close ties to accomplish the various tasks. ExecVisa
develop and compile all the necessary documents
and reports required for your submission to the US
Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS). ExecVisa
specializes in assisting social entrepreneurs, non-
profit religious, charitable, social service, or similar
organizations to start an immigration legal clinic.
One that has a robust recognition and/or
accreditation. This is to ensure that these entities
comply consistently with good Corporate Social
Responsibility.
Other books by ExecVisa
Available in E-book
and Paperback at:
Amazon (Kindle)
iBooks
Kobo
Barnes&Noble (Nook)
Smashwords
Chapters (Indigo)
Scribd
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Business Model of a Legal Clinic

  • 1. Business Model: Immigration Legal Clinic Source: ExecVisa.com Key Partnerships Key Activities Value Propositions Key Resources Cost Structure Revenue Streams Client Relationships Channels Client Segments local probono attorneys & law firms local USCIS & congress rep offices Local Ethnic & Cultural Entities entities that co-sponsor events FTE Salaries & Benefits (incl. Fellows) 3-step phase- in plan for services legal liability insurance & member fees DACA & a wide-range of services Visit intern/ externship fairs Donations & council grants RSS Cultural & Education grants Bi-Lingual & Friendly Staff Front desk coverage / calls system Eligible for "DACA" No. of clients served based on total fund Nominal fees up front - no payment plan DREAMers Green Card by Employment with LIFE Act Goal-based Program Evaluation Confidential Interview Rooms Bi-Lingual Website with Donate Tab law & Non- Law Student Interns local,regional & nat. Faith Structures “in-kind” support & subsidies Refugees adjusting status Ethnic community congregation COA best practice standards BIA Accredited& Recognized Child Care - when parent with lawyer Walk-in Model & waiting room High-quality affordable & free services Immigratio n Clinics & Workshops Councils, Societies & commissions On-time: inform client on progress Trainings, webinars(aila ,CLINIC,ABA) Businesses: they rely on foreign labor Law enforcement refer U visas Immigration media & local reporters Gov agencies key decision- makers Universities: for interns & volunteers Law resource & Advocacy Centers Former immigratio n judges Networks, Associations & Coalitions Charities, Forums & Projects Community Outreach & Fundraising Board host donor events source funds Fellowship programs to expand staff Immigration law services & train staff Programs: RSVP, vista, AmeriCorps Systematic Mailing System Volunteers, Translators & Lawyers Pro-bono Accounting & IT Services Immigration Listservs & BIA Roster Meet Donors (actual & potential) ABA Legal Resource Referrals ABA List of Law Schools & Probonos Retainer Agreement builds trust notify client for hearings / interviews Bi-monthly community presentation Family visa petitioners Eligible to be Naturalized Seeking Employment Authorized Online: Ads, newsletters social media Cubans adjusting status RSS&similar charities refer clients local foreign language trad. media Funding from religious groups Government funding for Citizenships invest in itself “rainy day fund” Reference Materials (law books) Mentoring attorneys for law firms State Bar Foundations, Trusts(iolta) Parent Org. Donations, space&equip Fundraising events,admin & supplies Awards & Justice Fellowships Computers & CaseManager Software Protected cloud space for case files Color Printer with Copier- Scanner-Fax Telephone, Postage & Internet Word-of- mouth & networking Funds from private sources Contributio n from local law firms Translating documents& interpreting U visa petitioners Federal Government funds(VAWA) Speaking at congregati on events Green Card by marriage to U.S. Citizen/LPR Info Pass & Consultation/ Office Visit RFE & non- typical work fees Seeking Asylum Refugee im- migrant visa petitioners Group processing workshops Seeking Removal Defense No deficit: refer clients to partners Registry Legalization Program (illegal since prior '72)
  • 2. The Business Model of a Legal Clinic Management should assess the most favorable factors, and identify the least favorable factors, related to proposals for Walk-in/Appointment Systems and Legal Clinic Program Evaluations such as Goal- based, Process or Outcomes. Further assistance on how to establish a U.S. non- profit is provided by the free guidelines set out at NCNA.org The Business Model Canvas shows charity leaders and board members that their entity is capable of operating a legal clinic. The sketched Canvas clearly demonstrates to funders and grant providers that the starting/evolving program is professional and worthy of funding. The Canvas can also be used to develop and refine the legal clinic’s business model.
  • 3. The 9 building blocks of the Business Model Canvas 1) Key partners, such as providers/suppliers from whom the organization sources key resources, or partners with whom the organization collaborates. 2) Key activities, required to deliver the organization services, such as the channels, client relationships, and revenue streams. 3) Key resources, describing what resources the organization needs to undertake key activities, such as presenting its value proposition and maintaining client relationships. 4) Value proposition, problems that the organization solves for its clients, what client needs are satisfied. 5) Client relationships, what kinds of relationships should the organization maintain with different types of clients, and what do these cost? 6) Channels, what is the best way to reach each client segment? 7) Client segments, the most valuable clients to the organization. 8) Cost structure, what are the most important costs, which resources and activities are most expensive? 9) Revenue streams, what will clients pay for? What do they currently pay and to whom? The Business Model Canvas was co- created by Dr Osterwalder, world renowned entrepreneur and co-author of an international bestseller which sold over 1 million copies in 30 different languages. The Canvas is used now by leading organizations around the world, like GE, P&G, Ericsson, NASA, PWC, intel and 3M. Dr Osterwalder, states that a business model can best be described through nine basic building blocks that show the logic of how a company/ organization intends to secure revenues. The nine building blocks assist the legal clinic to adapt/survive on nominal fees and donations:
  • 4. Client Segments for the Immigration Legal Clinic Undocumented immigrants are a common client segment for a legal clinic. In USA, some paths to Legal Status for undocumented immigrants include: • Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) • Green Card through Marriage to a U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) • DREAMers Green Card through Employment with LIFE Act Protection • Asylum Status • U Visa for Victims of Crime • Undocumented immigrants who entered USA before 1972, and resided here continuously since then, may be eligible for lawful status under the little-known Registry legalization program. It is essential to have a clear understanding of the client segments for the immigration legal clinic. The following census reports will assist you to estimate, by particular region, the number of non- citizens and undocumented: • U.S. Bureau of Census American Fact Finder; • The Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA) at Georgetown University; • The Pew Hispanic Center; • The Migration Policy Institute; • Grantmakers Concerned about Immigrants and Refugees (GCIR); • The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Statistical Yearbook; and • In relation to U-visas, State and local police departments and district attorneys maintain useful crime statistics.
  • 5. The demand for Immigration Legal Clinics in USA Further motivation for immediate action stemmed from the possibility of the Deferred Action for Parents of Americans (DAPA) Initiative being enacted in June 2016. Such action would mean that 3.7 million (MPI estimate) undocumented/illegal immigrants could apply for legal residency in the U.S. In addition to DAPA's enactment, there was the added probability of expanding the eligibility requirements of the current Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). This could have increased the eligibility by about 330,000 immigrants. This is according to the Pew Research Center. These developments would result in the requirement to provide pro- bono/low-cost immigration legal services for an additional 4 million people in future years. In 2015, more U.S. charities began researching how to start their own Immigration Legal Clinic. However, some have difficulty in understanding the process of setting up these pro bono/low-cost legal services. A large number of them are motivated to facilitate the many thousands of Cuban refugees rushing to the U.S. borders to obtain permanent residency. They fear imminent ending of the Cuban Adjustment Act of 1966. Moreover, there is still an ongoing demand for pro-bono immigration law expertise. This is to help the many thousands of Latin American children who recently transgressed across the Texas border seeking asylum in the U.S.
  • 6. Start your own Legal Clinic Further assistance is provided by the guidelines set out in the Immigration Charity E-book by ExecVisa, available at: Amazon (Kindle) iBooks Kobo Barnes&Noble (Nook) Smashwords Chapters (Indigo) Scribd E-book Contents: 1: How to start an Immigration Legal Clinic - Recognition and Accreditation Meet the essential requirements (check-list) 2: Tips for a successful immigration legal clinic 3: Recognition and Accreditation explained The benefits of Recognition and Accreditation The disadvantages of Recognition and Accreditation Certificates of Service on USCIS and ICE
  • 7. Connect with ExecVisa ExecVisa Team Support: team@execvisa.com ExecVisa.com US immigration specialists, ExecVisa, published this Ebook for those who wish to start and operate an Immigration Legal Clinic in USA. ExecVisa are a team of experienced professionals and partners that advize and guide those seeking visas. They have a network of carefully selected strategic partners plus close ties to accomplish the various tasks. ExecVisa develop and compile all the necessary documents and reports required for your submission to the US Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS). ExecVisa specializes in assisting social entrepreneurs, non- profit religious, charitable, social service, or similar organizations to start an immigration legal clinic. One that has a robust recognition and/or accreditation. This is to ensure that these entities comply consistently with good Corporate Social Responsibility.
  • 8. Other books by ExecVisa Available in E-book and Paperback at: Amazon (Kindle) iBooks Kobo Barnes&Noble (Nook) Smashwords Chapters (Indigo) Scribd