State of Immigration: How States Are Redefining Borders Without Crossing Them
As federal immigration debates stall, states are stepping in. Whereas some states protect immigrants, however, others restrict them. Our panel of experts will explore the growing patchwork of state-level immigration laws, how they shape residents’ rights, and the legal tensions they create with federal authority. Panelists also will provide an overview of what’s happening now, the changes that may result, and best practices for attorneys navigating this complicated legal intersection.
Featured Topics
- Sanctuary jurisdictions vs. state preemption laws: Who has the authority to say “no” to federal immigration enforcement?
- State criminal laws and civil enforcement measures targeting undocumented residents
- Employees: occupational licensing reforms for immigrants and foreign-trained professionals
- Employers: equal pay transparency laws, state-specific worksite enforcement laws
- State tuition equity and in-state tuition bans for undocumented students: economic and legal implications
- Litigation trends: how courts are responding to state efforts that test the limits of federal preemption
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| Product Details | |
| Event Date | November 18, 2025 |
| Format | Web Seminar |
| Length | 90 minutes |
| CLE Eligible | Yes. Live attendance must be recorded in My CLE by Thursday, November 25, 2025. This deadline does not apply to the OnDemand format. |
| Digital Library | Digital goods (MP3, PDF, ZIP, etc.) are available for download for two years after purchase. |
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*Kate Melloy Goettel (DL), AILA Federal Court Litigation Section Steering Committee Chair, Iowa City, IA
*Ira J. Kurzban, AILA Past President, AILA Author,
*Michelle Celleri, San Diego, CA
*Stephen Manning, Portland, OR
