Addressing Government Attempts to Access Client Information

Release Date: 05/13/2025 Recording Available 7-14 Days After Event Date
Format	Length	CLE Eligible
Video Roundtable	60 min.	No

ICE showing up at a law office and asking for information about a client. CBP asking to search a lawyer's phone for information about their clients at a port of entry. Let's prepare for anything. This roundtable is a know your rights for lawyers and a refresher on attorney-client privilege. Facilitators will answer the following and any questions you may have.

What if ICE comes to my office?
How do I prepare my staff?
Do I turn over everything if they have a valid warrant?
Do I have to hand over my phone or laptop during a border search?

AILA Video Roundtables are free interactive learning opportunities hosted by faculty selected for their expertise, with an emphasis on discussion and Q&A. This roundtable is available only to AILA members and is not CLE eligible. The free recording will be available 7-10 business days following the live event.

Ashley Lively, Charlotte, NC

Javier Montano, Miami, FL

Charity Anastasio, AILA Practice and Ethics Counsel, Washington, D.C.

The speaker's/author's views do not necessarily represent the views of AILA, nor do they constitute legal advice or representation. Practice tips provided are based on the speaker's/author's experiences and the current state of the law. Please be sure to conduct legal research and analysis for your unique situation as the law changes quickly and experiences may differ from your own.