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FREE FOR AILA MEMBERS; NO CLE: Our regularly scheduled live video roundtables allow you to interactively connect with colleagues around the world for exceptional peer-to-peer learning. The roundtables use Zoom, a free videoconferencing technology, which allows you to join in discussions via webcam or phone. In general, these 60-minute AILA live video roundtables are facilitated by two discussion leaders who have a deep knowledge of the topic. These sessions are designed to encourage interaction between members and provide a place to share, learn and grow, together through a robust discussion.

 

January 29

Expecting the Unexpected: Handling Surprises in Immigration Court

1:00 pm Eastern, Wednesday

Nikki Ramirez-Smith, Nampa, ID
Talia Burnett, Nampa, ID

  • Hosted by the Immigration Justice Campaign, this roundtable is part of a series of monthly video discussions on litigation skills for immigration attorneys. This is a great opportunity to hear first-hand advice from seasoned practitioners, and to ask your questions.


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February 5

Resolving to Litigate Egregious Denials and Delays in 2020

1:00 pm Eastern, Wednesday

Eleanor Pelta, AILA Past President, Washington, DC
Scott D. Pollock, Chicago, IL
Jesse Matthew Bless, AILA Director of Federal Litigation, Washington, DC

  • Intro to AILA’s Litigation Task Force and AILA’s New Litigation Department
  • Current ALTF high-impact litigation and initiatives
  • Practice Tips and Trends in Immigration Litigation to Seek Relief in Employment-Based Matters


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February 12

Blogging to Inform: Connecting with Reporters and the Public

1:00 pm Eastern, Wednesday

Sandra Feist, Minneapolis, MN
Belle Woods, AILA Associate Director of Communications and Outreach

  • How to Use Blogs to Inform the Public and Fellow AILA Members
  • Tips to Reach Reporters and Establish Yourself as an Expert or Thought Leader


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February 12

Valuing and Understanding the Impact of Diversity and Inclusion

2:00 pm Eastern, Wednesday

Victor Nieblas, City of Industry, CA
Olivia Lee, San Francisco, CA

  • How a Diverse Work Environment Benefits Clients and Staff
  • Tips for Creating an Inclusive Work Environment
  • Designing Your Hiring Process to Encourage Diverse Applicants


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More Live Video Roundtables Coming Soon!

Please check back here for our February-May 2020 schedule, which will be posted soon.

Roundtables are typically hosted on Wednesdays at 1:00 Eastern.

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Recording

Ask AILA’s DOL Committee: Top 10 PERM Tips

Wednesday, November 20

Sarah Peterson, Minneapolis, MN
Vincent Lau, Boston, MA
Bob White, Chicago, IL

  • Top 10 PERM Tips for Members New to the Permanent Labor Certification Process
  • Q&A Opportunity for Participants to Gain Insight from AILA's DOL Committee

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Recordings

Fearless Lawyering Roundtable Recordings

You may access all of the recordings for the live video roundtables in the Immigration Justice Campaign's Fearless Lawyering series via the button below. 


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