Annual Conference
Exceptional Educational Opportunities

As we face a critical juncture in immigration law and policy, AILA’s Annual Conference stands ready to equip you with the tools you need for the fight.

With more than 99 CLE-eligible sessions, the 2025 AILA Annual Conference and Webcast (AC25) will unite the brightest minds and most dedicated hearts in immigration law for learning, collaboration, and inspiration.

Attendees will leave AC25 with astute insights and sharpened skills, ready to leverage the power of AI and build thriving and profitable practices. Plus, a special focus on wellness and community will send you home recharged and inspired to successfully take on the challenges ahead. 

AC25 Track
Government Open Forums
Curious about agency priorities and what’s coming in the future? Join government representatives and AILA liaison members as they give exclusive reports from the agencies.
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AC25 Track
Fundamentals Track
This track is for you if you’re new to immigration law or you’re an experienced practitioner looking to expand into a a new area. With sessions on ethics, employment-based immigration, family immigration, and removal defense, you’ll gain a background in everything you need to begin practicing in any area.
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AC25 Track
Family Track
Explore complex I-130 and I-751 issues, naturalization, ethical issues in nontraditional marriage situations, humanitarian parole, ethics, and much more. This track will cover specialized family immigration issues as well as specialized humanitarian topics like VAWA, U visas, asylum, and more.
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AC25 Track
Business Track
Gain insights that will help you effectively represent employer and employee clients, as well as investors, entrepreneurs, and other business clients. From PERM, H-1B, EB-5, and the whole alphabet soup of employment-based categories to stateside visa processing, consular processing, and employer compliance—you'll find sessions covering all areas of business immigration.
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AC25 Track
Removal/Litigation Track
From immigration court to federal court, this track will help you improve your briefs and learn new trial skills. Sessions will cover an array of topics in removal defense, as well as litigation relating to FOIA, administrative appeals, crimmigration, and more.
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Community, well-being, and fun
Special Programming

Opening Happy Hour
Kick off the conference with the opening happy hour in our Exhibit Hall. AC25 sponsors will provide drink tickets.
Nurture Your Community
Share common ground while sharing healthy “mocktails” and roast marshmallows with new and old friends.
Immigration Impact Awards
Join the American Immigration Council for cocktails, appetizers, and an after-party to celebrate the positive impact immigrants have on our country. Separate ticket purchase is required.
Self-Care and Spa Time
Get a free chair massage in the Exhibit Hall or schedule a full-body massage or other blissful treatment at the on-site spa.
Puppy Playtime
Find comfort and destress while playing with puppies in the Exhibit Hall.
Yoga and Mindfulness
Find your center each morning at daily sunrise yoga sessions (designed for all levels, no experience necessary).
Innovation Central
Meet immigration-focused startups that are innovating the way we practice immigration law.
CO Chapter Activities
Let the AILA locals show you around! From hikes, museums, and art walks to a golf tournament, baseball game, and restaurant visits, local AILA members are planning plenty of fun activities.
Saturday Night Party
Let your hair down and dress up (if you want to) and enjoy drinks, music, dancing, and more as we close out the conference during our onsite party.

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Wednesday, June 18

Gaylord Onsite Activities: 

  • Lawn Games
    Relax and take a break from sessions by playing various lawn games including Cornhole, Giant Jenga, Giant Connect 4 and more!
    Time:  12:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location:  Front Range Lawn, Convention Center, Level 1 
  • Craft Beer Tasting
    Learn about local craft beers from an expert and participate in a tasting (while supplies last). 
    Time:  6:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location:  TBD, Convention Center
  • Board Game Room 
    Play your favorite board games with other conference attendees! 
    Time:  12:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location:  TBD, Convention Center
  • Campfire and S’mores 
    Toast marshmallows at the firepit (S’mores kit will be provided-while supplies last) 
    Time:  7:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Location:  Location:  Grand Lodge Lawn 
  • Sunrise Yoga
    Time: 7:00 am-8:00 am 
    Location:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Indoor/Outdoor Pool and Lazy River 
    Time:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Mini Golf/Pickle Ball/Tennis/Basketball 
    Time / Location:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Nightly Music by Local Artists 
    Time:  5:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Location:  Grand Lodge

Offsite Activities: 

  • Pikes Peak/Garden of the Gods Tour
    This day-long trip includes the Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak and a drive through historic Manitou Springs. Some stops that will be made include the Kissing Camels and the Balancing Stones as well as many others.  
    Time:  Wednesday, June 18, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
    Cost: $175 
    Capacity: 28
    This is a walking/sightseeing tour. Please dress accordingly and bring a reusable water bottle. Times may vary depending on traffic and weather conditions. Lunch (sandwich, chips, water) will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own lunch.  Please make sure to look for an email regarding with more details and a waiver that needs to be signed closer to the dates.  All tours and buses will operate from the conference headquarters hotel, Gaylord Rockies.
  • Red Rocks Amphitheater Concert – Alison Krauss
    Join us at the Red Rocks Amphitheater to see Alison Krauss & Union Station ft. Jerry Douglas live!
    Time:  Wednesday, June 18, 5:30 pm-11:00 pm (Concert starts at 7:30 pm)
    Cost: $75 
    Capacity: 40
    Roundtrip transportation is included. The shuttle will depart from Gaylord at 5:30 pm. For the return, there will be two return option times from Red Rocks (8:30 pm, 10:30 pm tentative).  All tickets are general admission seating and digital only. You will receive instructions from AILA to download the AXS mobile app to receive tickets closer to the date. 

Thursday, June 19

Gaylord Onsite Activities: 

  • Dance Bingo Party
    When the DJ plays a song on your Bingo card, it is time to come to the dance floor to dance to the song!  Come dressed to dance at a 70’s disco! 
    Time:  7:00 pm-11:00 pm
  • Escape Room
    With only 60 minutes to escape, you will need to work together with your team to solve Find the mysterious and prized treasure of the Rockies before the other treasure hunters do! 
    Time: Games start at 6 pm, 7 pm, 8 pm, and 9 pm and last 45 minutes each (sign-up sheet will be available at the AILA Tour Desk on Wednesday, June 18).
    Cost: Free, first-come, first-Served
    Capacity: 15 teams of 6 for each game
  • Lawn Games
    Relax and take a break from sessions by playing various lawn games including Cornhole, Giant Jenga, Giant Connect 4 and more!
    Time:  12:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location:  Front Range Lawn, Convention Center, Level 1
  • Craft Beer Tasting
    Learn about local craft beers from an expert and participate in a tasting (while supplies last). 
    Time: 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location: TBD, Convention Center
  • Board Game Room
    Play your favorite board games with other conference attendees! 
    Time:  12:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location:  TBD, Convention Center
  • Campfire and S’mores 
    Toast marshmallows at the firepit (S’mores kit will be provided-while supplies last) 
    Time:  7:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Location:  Location:  Grand Lodge Lawn 
  • Sunrise Yoga
    Time: 7:00 am-8:00 am 
    Location:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Indoor/Outdoor Pool and Lazy River 
    Time:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Mini Golf/Pickle Ball/Tennis/Basketball 
    Time / Location:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Nightly Music by Local Artists 
    Time:  5:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Location:  Grand Lodge

Offsite Activities: 

  • Shuttle to Downtown Denver (from Gaylord) 
    Limited evening shuttles will be provided for the conference attendees to/from downtown Denver. 
    Time:  6:00 pm-11:00 pm
    Cost: Free, first-come, first-served
  • Downtown Ghost Tour
    Come experience the ghost tour of downtown Denver! 
    Time:  Tours departing at 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm (meet up location TBD in downtown)
    Cost: Free, first-come, first-served (Maximum of 15 people for each tour)

Friday, June 20

Gaylord Onsite Activities: 

  • Immigration Impact Celebration
    Join us for a reception and afterparty to benefit the American Immigration Council. This event will celebrate the positive impact immigrants have on our country and young voices for inclusion and belonging. (Separate ticket purchase required.)
    Time: 7:30 pm-10:30 pm
    Location: Cost: $250 (inclusive of light bites and two drink tickets w/cash bar)
  • Lawn Games
    Relax and take a break from sessions by playing various lawn games including Cornhole, Giant Jenga, Giant Connect 4 and more!
    Time:  12:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location:  Front Range Lawn, Convention Center, Level 1 
  • Craft Beer Tasting
    Learn about local craft beers from an expert and participate in a tasting (while supplies last). 
    Time:  6:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location:  TBD, Convention Center
  • Board Game Room 
    Play your favorite board games with other conference attendees! 
    Time:  12:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location:  TBD, Convention Cente
  • Campfire and S’mores 
    Toast marshmallows at the firepit (S’mores kit will be provided-while supplies last) 
    Time:  7:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Location:  Location:  Grand Lodge Lawn 
  • Sunrise Yoga
    Time:  Time:  7:00 am-8:00 am 
    Location:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Indoor/Outdoor Pool and Lazy River 
    Time:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Mini Golf/Pickle Ball/Tennis/Basketball 
    Time / Location:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Nightly Music by Local Artists 
    Relax and take a break from sessions by playing various lawn games including Cornhole, Giant Jenga, Giant Connect 4 and more!
    Time:  5:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Location:  Grand Lodge

Offsite Activities: 

  • Baseball Outing
    Come see the Colorado Rockies play against the Diamondbacks in their home stadium Coors Field!   
    Time:  Friday, June 20, Game starts at 6:40pm
    Cost: $19
    Capacity: 50
    Participants can take the AILA evening shuttles to downtown Denver based on availability (first-come, first-served).  There is no dedicated shuttle for the baseball game.  Uber/Lyft fare from Gaylord to downtown varies from $40-$50 each way.   Please plan transportation accordingly and leave the Gaylord at least an hour before the game time due to the evening traffic in the area.  Games typically last 3-4 hours.  Physical tickets will be handed out at the AILA Tour Desk onsite at the conference. Seats are in section U342 rows 15-18 seats 1-10. 
  • Shuttle to Downtown Denver (from Gaylord)
    Limited evening shuttles will be provided for the conference attendees to/from downtown Denver. 
    Time:  6:00 pm-11:00 pm
    Cost: Free, first-come, first-served
  • Downtown Ghost Tour
    Come experience the ghost tour of downtown Denver! 
    Time:  Tours departing at 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm (meet up location TBD in downtown)
    Cost: Free, first-come, first-served (Maximum of 15 people for each tour)

Saturday, June 21

Gaylord Onsite Activities: 

  • Lawn Games
    Relax and take a break from sessions by playing various lawn games including Cornhole, Giant Jenga, Giant Connect 4 and more!
    Time:  12:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location:  Front Range Lawn, Convention Center, Level 1 
  • Craft Beer Tasting
    Learn about local craft beers from an expert and participate in a tasting (while supplies last). 
    Time:  6:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location:  TBD, Convention Center
  • Board Game Room 
    Play your favorite board games with other conference attendees! 
    Time:  12:00 pm-8:00 pm
    Location:  TBD, Convention Cente
  • Campfire and S’mores 
    Toast marshmallows at the firepit (S’mores kit will be provided-while supplies last) 
    Time:  7:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Location:  Location:  Grand Lodge Lawn 
  • Sunrise Yoga
    Time:  Time:  7:00 am-8:00 am 
    Location:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Indoor/Outdoor Pool and Lazy River 
    Time:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Mini Golf/Pickle Ball/Tennis/Basketball 
    Time / Location:  Check Gaylord Resort’s Times Guide
  • Nightly Music by Local Artists 
    Relax and take a break from sessions by playing various lawn games including Cornhole, Giant Jenga, Giant Connect 4 and more!
    Time:  5:00 pm-9:00 pm
    Location:  Grand Lodge

Offsite Activities: 

  • Baseball Outing
    Come see the Colorado Rockies play against the Diamondbacks in their home stadium Coors Field!   
    Time:  Saturday, June 21, Game starts at 7:10pm
    Cost: $19
    Capacity: 50
    Participants can take the AILA evening shuttles to downtown Denver based on availability (first-come, first-served).  There is no dedicated shuttle for the baseball game.  Uber/Lyft fare from Gaylord to downtown varies from $40-$50 each way.   Please plan transportation accordingly and leave the Gaylord at least an hour before the game time due to the evening traffic in the area.  Games typically last 3-4 hours.  Physical tickets will be handed out at the AILA Tour Desk onsite at the conference. Seats are in section U342 rows 15-18 seats 1-10. 
  • Shuttle to Downtown Denver (from Gaylord)
    Limited evening shuttles will be provided for the conference attendees to/from downtown Denver. 
    Time:  6:00 pm-11:00 pm
    Cost: Free, first-come, first-served
  • Downtown Ghost Tour
    Come experience the ghost tour of downtown Denver! 
    Time:  Tours departing at 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm (meet up location TBD in downtown)
    Cost: Free, first-come, first-served (Maximum of 15 people for each tour)

Tours Organized by the AILA Colorado Chapter:

The AILA Colorado Chapter is planning the following optional offsite activities for the conference attendees.

  • Yoga on the Rocks + Hike 
  • Music Concert Outing 
  • Santa Fe Art Walk 
  • Colorado History Museum 
  • Tony Cook Memorial Golf Tournament 
  • Rocky Mountains/Estes Park/Stanley Hotel Day Tour 
  • Visit Food Hall with Ethnic Restaurants 
  • Boulder Hike

Details on costs, minimum attendance threshold, and sign-up information will be provided soon. 

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CLE Credits
Live In-Person and Webcast CLE Credits

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Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit has been sought for the 2025 AILA Annual Conference and Webcast on Immigration Law in all jurisdictions that have mandatory CLE and legal specialization requirements. Participants seeking CLE credit for the LIVE event will be required to submit their attendance via webCLE by Monday, June 30, 2025, at ailawebcle.org. Attorneys are awarded credit based upon the number of session hours they attend at the conference. Attorneys are responsible for accurately tracking and recording the sessions they attend and the relevant CLE codes for CLE reporting.  

If you do not have a webCLE account, please take a moment to create your account by clicking ailawebcle.org then click Register.  

To report your live In-person/webcast attendance, login to your webCLE account at ailawebCLE.org then click “MyEvents” > “Conferences” > “2025 AILA Annual Conference and Webcast” > Select Date > Select Session Title > Enter Code > repeat. 

Eligible participants can receive up to: 

  • 50-minute jurisdictions – 24.6 total credits (includes up to 7.2 ethics credits, 1.2 bias credits, 1.2 cybersecurity credit, 1.2 technology credit, 2.4 competence/wellness credit, 3.6 law practice management credits) * 

  • 60-minute jurisdictions – 20.5 total credits (includes up to 6 ethics credits, 1 bias credit, 1 cybersecurity credit, 1 technology credit, 2 competence/wellness credits, 3 law practice management credits) *  

  • Deadline to submit live In-person/webcast CLE codes to webCLE accounts is Monday, June 30, 2025 

*Please note that estimated CLE credit hours are for the live in-person and webcast attendance only. The amount of CLE credit hours awarded for OnDemand recording participation will differ depending upon state jurisdictions.   

OnDemand Conference CLE Credit:   

To report your OnDemand recordings attendance, login to your webCLE account at ailawebCLE.org then click “MyEvents” > “Ondemand Conferences” > “2025 AILA Annual Conference and Webcast” > Select Session Title > Enter Code > repeat. 

  • 50-minute jurisdictions – 108.2 total credits (includes up to 7.2 ethics credits, 1.2 bias credits, 1.2 cybersecurity credit, 1.2 technology credit, 2.4 competence/wellness credits, 3.6 law practice management credits) 

  • 60-minute jurisdictions – 90.5 total credits (includes up to 6 ethics credits, 1 bias credit, 1 cybersecurity credit, 1 technology credit, 2 competence/wellness credit, 3 law practice management credits) 

  • Not eligible for OnDemand Conference CLE credits in the following states: MO and PR

  • Deadline to submit OnDemand Conference CLE codes to webCLE accounts is Thursday, June 18, 2026 

  • Many states allow reporting of OnDemand credits only once for each conference so please wait to report your OnDemand CLE codes to your webCLE account until you have viewed all of your OnDemand sessions and can report the codes in one sitting. 

Additional information regarding CLE procedures and specific state approvals will be provided to registrants at a later date.   

For more information on CLE eligibility please visit the 2025 AILA Annual Conference and Webcast on Immigration Law webpage on AILA Shop.

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