Immigrant Defenders Law Center
Metzli Sanchez is a dedicated professional with experience in legal assistance and social advocacy. With a background in sociology, Metzli has worked in various roles such as Paralegal, Creative Director, and Research Scholar, focusing on equity, housing, and public policy. Their passion for social justice and community engagement is evident in their work history, including positions at the Immigrant Defenders Law Center and UCLA Undocumented Student Program.
Immigrant Defenders Law Center
The Immigrant Defenders Law Center is a non-profit law firm established in May of 2015. Our staff is comprised of attorneys and advocates from the immigrant rights community who collectively have decades of experience fighting for the rights of immigrants in Southern California and beyond. The Immigrant Defenders Law Center advances social justice for Southern California’s most marginalized immigrant communities through legal services, community empowerment, and advocacy for adults and children in immigration custody and their families. The Immigrant Defender Law Center’s objective is to preserve families and communities by empowering individuals to know their rights in the immigration system, providing access to legal representation, and advocating for social change.