24th Annual AILA New York Chapter Immigration Law Symposium and Webcast
Thank you for registering for the 24th Annual AILA New York Chapter Immigration Law Symposium and Webcast to be held on December 1, 2025, at the New York Marriott Marquis Hotel, (7th floor). This page provides important details about the program, in-person logistics, the virtual website, how to participate in the Q&As, and attendee-exclusive discounts and special offers.
Please Note: Both in-person and webcast registrants will receive login information to access the virtual event site. You will receive an email with the event site URL, login name, and password. These are unique to each participant. This email will be sent to the email address associated with the account you used when registering. For more information about the webcast, jump to the virtual event section.
Hybrid Event: Both in-person and virtual attendees will participate in the conference. Virtual attendees will view the in-person speakers via Zoom on the webcast site. Both in-person and virtual attendees will use the Slido app for the question-and-answer sessions. Instructions for using this app are below.
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Conference Program
Sunday, November 30 will be a PREVIEW DAY. You can explore the virtual conference site and earn game points to win prizes, but there will be no sessions.
Monday, December 1
Q&A for Sessions
Panels accepting live questions will use Slido for Q&A. You can use Slido from a browser on your laptop or mobile device, or you can download the Slido app on your phone or other mobile device. Follow these instructions:
Using your laptop or the web browser of a mobile device?
- Visit https://www.slido.com oor search for Slido in your browser and select it from the search results. The online Q&A site is free of charge and there is no need to create an account or log in.
- Find the blue banner that reads, “Joining as a participant?” Enter the participation code and click on the blue arrow.
Participant Codes:
Monday, December 1
- Business Participant Code: 2943110
- Track Two Participant Code: 1727124
- AILA Rule of Law Track Participant Code: 1942333
- If you would like to add your name, company, etc., click the person icon in the blue banner at the top right of your screen. (This step is optional.)
- Type your question in the indicated field and press the green Send button to submit a question.
- Speakers and attendees will now see your question.
Using the Slido App on a mobile device?
- Go to your mobile device’s app store and search for Slido. The app is free of charge and there is no need to create an account or log in.
- Download and install the Slido – Q&A and Polling app from the search results.
- Open the app on your mobile device.
- Enter the participant code and click the arrow to join.
Participant Codes:
Monday, December 1
- Business Participant Code: 2943110
- Track Two Participant Code: 1727124
- AILA Rule of Law Track Participant Code: 1942333
- You are now connected to Slido and can type your questions in the indicated field.
- Speakers and attendees will now see your question.
Conference Location and Travel Information
Address: 1535 Broadway, New York, NY 10036
Telephone: 212-398-1900
Travel Information
- New York La Guardia Airport (LGA)
Distance from the Marriott Marquis: approximately 9.5 miles
Estimated cab fare: ~$35-55 plus tip (one way)
Estimated Uber/Lyft fare: ~$90-$120 plus tip (one way) - John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Distance from the Marriott Marquis: approximately 18.5 miles ~60-90 minute drive
Estimated cab fare: ~$85-$110 plus tip (one way)
Estimated Uber/Lyft fare: ~$100-$150 plus tip (one way) - Penn Station
Distance from the Marriott Marquis: approximately 2 miles ~15-20 minute drive
Estimated cab fare: ~$9-$15 plus tip (one way)
Estimated Uber/Lyft fare: ~$25-$50 plus tip (one way) - Parking: Valet
3 hours: Regular $50, SUV $61, Oversized $71.00, no in/out privileges
12 Hours: Regular $61, SUV $73, Oversized $88.00, no in/out privileges
Overnight (through 8:00pm the next day regardless of entry time): Regular $85, SUV $95, Oversized $110.00, $30 in/out privileges
Checking In to the Conference
The AILA check-in table will be open on Monday, December 1, from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm at the New York Marriott Marquis, inside the Columbia/Duffy Room (7th floor). During check-in, you will receive your name badge and conference packet, which will include a copy of the schedule, CLE information, etc. Please note: No materials have been or will be mailed out for this conference.
AILA provides light continental breakfast and buffet lunch to the attendees, while supplies last.
During the Conference
WiFi in Meeting Rooms
WiFi will be available in the meeting rooms, but AILA cannot guarantee the quality of connectivity.
Network Name: MarriottBonvoy_Conference
Password: AILA2025
Hybrid Event: Both in-person and virtual attendees will participate in the Conference. Virtual attendees will view the in-person speakers via Zoom. Both in-person and virtual attendees will use the Slido app for the question-and-answer portions of the sessions. See the instructions below for using Slido on a laptop, cell phone, or other mobile device.
Conference Materials
Conference Materials: The conference handbook and any handouts prepared by speakers will be available in your AILA Digital Library. To access these items in your Digital Library, follow these instructions:
- Log in to your account on AILA Shop.
- Click on the blue Digital Library button located at the top right.
- Scroll to the 24th Annual AILA New York Chapter Conference image. Items are listed by the date of purchase.
If you have any problems logging in to your account, visit AILA’s help page or contact membership@aila.org.
Virtual Event Information
Please Note That All Times are in Eastern Time (ET)
Webcast Login Information: Both in-person and webcast registrants will receive login information to access the virtual event site. You will receive an email with the event site URL, login name, and password. These are unique to each participant. This email will be sent to the email address associated with the account you used to register.
Lobby: The lobby will be the first place you visit during the virtual conference.
Sessions: All sessions can be viewed by clicking on the Sessions tab in the top menu. You can preview each session and add it to your agenda. Sessions can only be entered 15 minutes prior to the start time. Please refresh your browser if you don’t see the Join button and you are within 15 minutes of the start of the session. Please complete an evaluation after each session. The link to the evaluation can be found below each session description. All participants will have access to the recorded sessions. The recordings will be available on the virtual site within 24 hours of the live sessions and accessible there for 14 days. After 14 days, recordings will be available in your Digital Library. Visit the Q&A for Sessions section above on this page for instructions on how to ask questions.
Lounge: This is a great place to go if you want to chat with other attendees. If you would like to search for anything on the virtual conference site, you can click on the Keyword Search button.
Game Room: Qualify to be entered to win several prizes by participating in the Scavenger Hunt. Look for star icons throughout the virtual site and participate in activities to earn points. See the Game Room page for more details and prize information.
My Profile: Customize your profile by clicking on your name in the upper right corner to bring up your badge, where you can edit your badge name and add a photo.
CLE Credits
CLE Credits: A four-digit attendance verification code will be given during each panel. Please note the sessions you attend and the codes in order to record your CLE attendance. At the end of the conference, you must record your attendance using My CLE*. Attendance must be recorded by December 8, 2025. Your certificate of attendance will be issued after you record attendance using My CLE*. To report your live attendance, log in to your AILA account, visit the My CLE* tab then select the correct format under “Report Attendance” > Scroll to conference title 24th Annual AILA New York Chapter Conference > Select “Record Session Attendance” > Enter CLE code and Certify > Select Record Attendance. Be sure to save and submit your credits!
*please note: My CLE is a brand-new site to enter your CLE attendance. webCLE (previous site) is no longer available.
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Exhibitors
Exhibitors: Thank you to the exhibitors who have joined AILA for the 24th Annual AILA New York Law Symposium and Webcast. Please take a moment to stop by the exhibit area to meet the representatives and learn more about our sponsors:
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Questions? Please email conferences@aila.org.
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We look forward to seeing you in New York City, and we hope you enjoy the conference!