From Government to Private Practice: Smart Paths Forward
This roundtable explores practical pathways for former government attorneys and judges transitioning into immigration practice or adjacent roles. A brief presentation will highlight common options—including joining or acquiring a firm, consulting, training, or policy work—followed by an interactive discussion on what works, what doesn’t, and how to position yourself effectively.
- Identify common post-government career paths
- Translate government experience into market value
- Spot key business and ethics considerations
- Avoid common transition mistakes
Facilitators
- Ruby Powers, AILA Author, Power Up Your Practice: Create the Law Firm and the Life You Deserve, Houston, TX
- Katharine Clark, Former Immigration Judge, Washington, DC
- Ricky Murray, Former Government Employee, Annapolis, NV
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.
AILA Membership Benefit
AILA Video Roundtables offer free, interactive learning led by expert faculty, with a focus on open discussion and Q&A. These sessions are available exclusively to AILA members and are not eligible for CLE credit. Recordings will be available approximately two weeks after the live event date.
| Product Details | |
| Event Date | August 26, 2026 |
| Format | Video Roundtable |
| Length | 60 minutes |
| CLE Eligible | No |
| Digital Library | Digital goods (MP3, EPUB, PDF, ZIP, etc.) are available for download for two (2) years after purchase. |
| Refund Policy | All sales are final; no returns or refunds on Roundtables. |
