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Each year, it is AILA’s distinct pleasure to recognize and celebrate the individuals and organizations who have achieved excellence in immigration law. Our Annual Awards are bestowed in up to 11 categories: Advancing the Practice of Immigration Law; Advocacy; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Human Rights; Litigation; Media Leadership; Mentorship; Pro Bono; AILA Service Excellence; Teaching; and Young Lawyers. Additionally, the Founders Award is given from time to time to the person or entity having the most substantial impact on the field of immigration law or policy in the preceding period.
Meet Our 2023 Award Recipients
- Hannah Cartwright
2023 Advocacy Award for outstanding efforts in support of AILA’s advocacy agenda - UndocuBlack Network
2023 Arthur C. Helton Human Rights Award for outstanding service in advancing the cause of human rights - Ban Al-Wardi and Maria C. Chavez
2023 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award for outstanding efforts in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion excellence in the immigration legal profession - Amy Nice
2023 Edith Lowenstein Memorial Award for excellence in advancing the practice of immigration law - Karla McKanders
2023 Elmer Fried Excellence in Teaching Award - AILA Amicus Committee
2023 Jack Wasserman Memorial Award for excellence in litigation in the field of immigration law
Committee Members: Jonathan Weinberg, David Zimmer, Shane Ellison, Lily Axelrod, Nadia Anguiano, David A. Isaacson, Christina Murdoch, Amalia Wille, Becky Sharpless, Jonah Eaton, Mark R. Barr, Elissa Steglich, Dalia Fuleihan, Rekha Sharma-Crawford, and Sabrina Damast. - Sarah Pitney
2023 Joseph Minsky Young Lawyer Award for outstanding contributions made as a young lawyer in the field of immigration and nationality law - Priscilla Alvarez of CNN
2023 Media Leadership Award for outstanding efforts in the media to accurately depict immigration and immigrants - Troutman Pepper
2023 Michael Maggio Memorial Pro Bono Award for outstanding efforts in providing pro bono representation in the immigration field - Brian S. Green
2023 Sam Williamson Mentor Award for outstanding efforts and excellent counsel to immigration attorneys by providing mentoring assistance - Palma Yanni
2023 Susan D. Quarles AILA Service Excellence Award for years of outstanding service in advancing the mission, development, and value of AILA for its members and the public it serves - Ira Kurzban
Founders Award, which is given from time to time to the person or entity having the most substantial impact on the field of immigration law or policy - 2023 Chapter Awards
- 2023 President’s Commendations
Russell Abrutyn, James W. Austin, Maria Theresa Baldini-Potermin, Dan H. Berger, C. Lynn Calder, Rex Chen, James P. Chesser, David W. Cook, Sandra Feist, Ellen Freeman, Amanda Bethea Keaveny, Vincent W. Lau, Daniel Melo, Jennifer Minear, Spojmie Ahmady Nasiri, Andrew K. Nietor, Adriel D. Orozco, Sarah Owings, Rachel M. Self, Margaret D. Stock, Carlina Tapia-Ruano, and Wendy S. Wayne
See Past Award Winners
AILA Chapter Awards | Advocacy Award | Arthur C. Helton Human Rights Award | Congressional Leadership Award | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Recognition Award | Edith Lowenstein Memorial Award | Elmer Fried Excellence in Teaching Award | Jack Wasserman Memorial Award | Joseph Minsky Young Lawyer Award | Media Leadership Award | Michael Maggio Memorial Pro Bono Award | Sam Williamson Mentor Award | Susan D. Quarles AILA Service Excellence Award | The Robert E. Juceam Founders Award | President's Commendations
Browse the Annual Awards collection
DHS Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Exempt New DHS/CBP–024 CBP Intelligence Records System from Privacy Act
DHS notice of proposed rulemaking to exempt portions of the proposed new DHS/CBP–024 CBP Intelligence Records System from certain provisions of the Privacy Act. Comments are due 10/23/17. (82 FR 44124, 9/21/17)
DHS Notice Extending Temporary Protected Status for South Sudan
DHS notice of the extension of the designation of South Sudan for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months from 11/3/17 through 5/2/19. The 60-day re-registration period runs from 9/21/17 through 11/20/17. (82 FR 44205, 9/21/17)
DHS Notice of Availability of DACA Rescission Memo
DHS notice that the 9/5/17 memo rescinding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program is available on the DHS website. (82 FR 43556, 9/18/17)
DHS Notice of Proposed Modifications to A-File Tracking System of Records
DHS notice of proposed changes to a DHS system of records, which contains information on transactions involving an individual as he or she passes through the immigration process, including a plan by DHS to collect social media information. Comments are due 10/18/17. (82 FR 43556, 9/18/17)
ICE Notice and Comment Request on New 287(g) Needs Assessment Form
ICE 60-day notice and comment request on a new form used to evaluate a state or local law enforcement agency that has expressed interest in partnering with ICE under the 287(g) program. Comments are due 11/17/17. (82 FR 43566, 9/18/17)
USCIS Request for Comments on Revisions to Form N-300, Application to File Declaration of Intention
USCIS 60-day notice and request for comments on proposed revisions to Form N-300, Application to File Declaration of Intention. Comments are due 11/14/17. (82 FR 43395, 9/15/17)
DOS Request for Comments on Proposed Revisions to Medical Examination Forms
DOS 30-day notice and request for comments on proposed revisions to four medical examination forms for visa or refugee applicants. The four affected forms are Form DS-2054, Form DS-3030, Form DS-3025, and Form DS 3026. Comments are due 10/16/17. (82 FR 43446, 9/15/17)
USCIS Request for Comments on Electronic Payment Processing
USCIS 60-day notice and request for comments on USCIS electronic payment processing. Comments are due 11/13/17. (82 FR 43248, 9/14/17)
DOS Notice of Registration for the 2019 Diversity Immigrant Visa Program
DOS notice providing information on how to apply for the 2019 Diversity Immigrant Visa Program, under which 50,000 DVs will be available. Notice includes information on eligibility, entry period, completing the electronic entry form, selection of applicants, and FAQs. (82 FR 43068, 9/13/17)
DHS Notice of Determination Regarding Border Near Calexico
DHS notice of determination that the DHS Secretary has determined that it is necessary to waive certain laws, regulations, and other legal requirements regarding the land border near Calexico, California in order to implement portions of Executive Order 13767. (82 FR 42829, 9/12/17)
CBP Request for Comments on Reducing Regulation and Controlling Regulatory Costs
CBP request for comments on identifying existing regulations, paperwork requirements, and other regulatory obligations that can be modified or repealed to reduce regulatory costs. Comments are due 12/11/17. (82 FR 42751, 9/12/17)
DOS Notice on Procedures for Transfer of Ownership of Cross-Border Facilities
DOS notice describing the procedures DOS intends to follow with respect to transfers of ownership or control over certain cross-border facilities. (82 FR 42410, 9/7/17)
CBP Notice Designating Pokagon Band’s Tribal Card as Acceptable Travel Document
CBP notice designating the tribal card issued by the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians as an acceptable travel document for purposes of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative. (82 FR 42351, 9/7/17)
DOS Final Rule on Waiver of Passport and Visa Requirements Due to an Unforeseen Emergency
DOS final rule adopting as final the proposed amendments published at 81 FR 12050 on 3/8/16 regarding a discretionary waiver of certain documentary requirements for nonimmigrants seeking admission to the U.S. when there is an unforeseen emergency. The rule is effective 10/5/17. (82 FR 41883, 9/5/17)
CBP Final Rule on Waiver of Passport and Visa Requirements Due to an Unforeseen Emergency
CBP final rule adopting as final the proposed amendments published at 81 FR 12032 on 3/8/16 regarding a discretionary waiver of certain documentary requirements for nonimmigrants seeking admission to the U.S. when there is an unforeseen emergency. The rule is effective 10/5/17. (82 FR 41867, 9/5/17)
DOS Comment Request on Proposed New Electronic System for Medical Exam Results
DOS 60-day notice and request for comments on a new eMedical system into which panel physicians will input visa applicants’ medical exam information. DOS anticipates a full rollout by the end of 2018. Comments are due 11/6/17. (82 FR 42010, 9/5/17)
DOJ Extension of Comment Period on Proposed Revisions to Form EOIR-56
DOJ 30-day extension of comment period on proposed revisions to Form EOIR-56, Request to be Included on the List of Pro Bono Legal Service Providers for Individuals in Immigration Proceedings, which EOIR seeks to replace with an electronic system. Comments are now due 9/28/17. (82 FR 41056, 8/29/17)
Certification Pursuant to §7045(a)(4)(A) of P.L. 115-31 for El Salvador
DOS certification required by §7045(a)(4)(A) of P.L. 115-31 in order for El Salvador to receive assistance funds appropriated by that act, stating that El Salvador is taking effective steps to prevent undocumented migration from El Salvador to the United States. (82 FR 41087, 8/29/17)
Certification Pursuant to §7045(a)(4)(A) of P.L. 115-31 for Honduras
DOS certification required by §7045(a)(4)(A) of P.L. 115-31 in order for Honduras to receive assistance funds appropriated by that act, stating that Honduras is taking effective steps to prevent undocumented migration from Honduras to the United States. (82 FR 41087, 8/29/17)
Certification Pursuant to §7045(a)(4)(A) of P.L. 115-31 for Guatemala
DOS certification required by §7045(a)(4)(A) of P.L. 115-31 in order for Guatemala to receive assistance funds appropriated by that act, stating that Guatemala is taking effective steps to prevent undocumented migration from Guatemala to the United States. (82 FR 41086, 8/29/17)
DOL Notice and Request for Comments on Revisions to Form ETA-9089
DOL notice and request for comments on non-substantive revisions to Form ETA-9089, Application for Permanent Employment Certification. Comments are due 10/27/17. (82 FR 40807, 8/28/17)
Notice of Meeting of DHS Data Privacy and Integrity Advisory Committee
Notice that the DHS Data Privacy and Integrity Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting on 9/19/17. The committee will receive briefings on CBP’s Biometric Travel Security Initiatives and the DHS Office of Policy’s Immigration Data Initiative. (82 FR 40166, 8/24/17)
DOS Notice of Revisions to Form DS–7699 Due to Termination of CAM Parole Program
DOS 60-day notice and request for comments on revisions to Form DS-7699, Affidavit of Relationship (AOR) for Minors Who Are Nationals of El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras, due to the termination of the Central American Minors (CAM) Parole Program. Comments are due 10/17/17. (82 FR 39487, 8/18/17)
DOS Designates Hizbul Mujahideen as a Foreign Terrorist Organization
DOS notice of the designation of Hizbul Mujahideen (and its aliases) as a foreign terrorist organization pursuant to Section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. (82 FR 39150, 8/17/17)
DHS Notice Terminating the Central American Minors Parole Program
DHS notified the public that it will no longer provide special consideration of parole for certain individuals denied refugee status in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras under the Central American Minors (CAM) Parole Program, effective 8/16/17. (82 FR 38926, 8/16/17)