Calendar of Events

The VAWA, U, & T Committee invites members to its office hours session Oct 14, 2026 at 2 pm ET. Join this open forum moderated by experts to discuss issues practitioners are facing, to strategize, and to otherwise collaborate. All are welcome and the committee is grateful for members' participation.

Join the Council for an interactive session covering what's new in the J-1 space, including new regulations ending "duration of status", proposed rulemaking, and program categories worth adding to your toolkit.

Come to this roundtable to discuss how criminal history can affect immigration cases. Learn strategies for issue spotting, obtaining and interpreting criminal records, identifying key documents, determining when background checks are needed, and supporting attorneys with case preparation.

Join AILA for the 2026 Fall Conference and Webcast in Atlanta at the Hyatt Regency.

The Asylum & Refugee Committee holds monthly office hours every 3rd Monday, 2-3 pm ET. Join this open forum to discuss issues practitioners are facing, to strategize, and to otherwise collaborate with a group of experts. All are welcome and the committee is grateful for members' participation.

AI impacts not only how government agencies process cases, but how they gather information, identify fraud, assess credibility, allocate resources, and prioritize investigations. Participants will learn about AI’s effects on clients and cases and identify new legal avenues for accountability.

Join the Removal Defense Section for their October 2026 Quarterly Call. During this call, our speakers will explore strategies removal defense attorneys can use to challenge removability and inadmissibility, hold the government to its evidentiary burdens, and obtain critical evidence.

Interested in maximizing your AILA membership? Join our introductory roundtable, where AILA staff and volunteer leaders will provide a comprehensive overview of your benefits and answer any questions. Secure your spot by registering today!

Our panel of experts will provide tips for managing the immigration impacts of changes to your corporate client’s organization. Is it necessary to submit an amended petition, and when should you file? If your client is anticipating changes, can you avoid having to submit an amended petition?

2026 Iowa/Nebraska Chapter Fall Conference October 23, 2026 8:30 am - 4:05 pm La Vista, NE 68128 Webcasting Available This event is being presented by AILA's Iowa/Nebraska Chapter. This event is not being organized by the AILA National Office.