Being Ethical in the New Immigration Law Landscape
Session 1: Client Expectations and Counseling Challenges in the Trump Era - The Trump Administration’s immigration policy changes have created new challenges for immigration lawyers in setting reasonable client expectations and in advising clients on the legal risks of available courses of action. Discuss strategies to set and manage expectations in a sea of changing circumstances and law. Session 2: Ethical Challenges Facing Lawyers in the Constantly Changing Immigration World - Explore how immigration lawyers can continue to practice safely and ethically in the wake of the March 2025 presidential memo, which has raised concerns about potential intimidation of the immigration bar. Discuss recent asylum developments and how to navigate shifting policies and political scrutiny while upholding our professional responsibilities.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 1.50 hrs | 1.25 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 1/31/2027
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Challenges of Registration, Compliance, and Maintenance of Status
Address the implications of the resurrection of registration as an enforcement priority and the challenges of compliance. Discuss the expectations for minors and their guardians as to registration, the removal trap of the change of address requirement, and when to use the new G-325R.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.75 hr | 0.25 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 1/31/2027
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Current Immigration Law Developments (2025): Executive Actions and Recent Case Law
Session 1: Executive Authority & Immigration: Legal Shifts and Strategic Impacts - An overview of executive actions under the new administration. Session 2: Alien Enemies Act Overview - Discuss the ongoing fight against the Trump Administration's unprecedented invocation and use of the Alien Enemies Act, a wartime authority used only three times in the nation's history. Session 3: Case Law Update - Precedential case law updates spanning 2024 to 2025, with a focus on decisions positive for noncitizens where possible! Hear a discussion on Supreme Court updates, as well as interesting precedent from the Fifth Circuit, other Circuits, and BIA. Topics will include asylum, crimmigration, and more! Session 4: Texas Legislative Updates and the Correlation with Immigration Policy - Explore how recent Texas legislative efforts intersect with immigration policy at the state and federal levels, with a focus on education, workforce participation, criminalization, and legal challenges. Discuss key bills, implementation trends, and implications for immigrant communities across Texas.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 3.25 hrs
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 1/31/2027
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Current Immigration Law Developments (2025): Executive Actions and Recent Case Law5 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Hooked on CLE: February 2026
THIS MONTH: Website Tracking Technologies: Recent Litigation and Best Practices • Tax Planning Opportunities for Small Businesses: Re-evaluating the Toolbox after the OBBBA • Ethics and Practical Uses of AI in Your Law Practice • U.S. Border Searches in the Digital Age • Volunteer Legal Services: The Power of Pro Bono
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 4.00 hrs | 1.00 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 1/31/2027
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Hooked on CLE: February 20264.31 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
good variety of topics
These courses were particularly well done. Interesting. Useful. Great introduction to VLS.
Very informative. Especially enjoy the AI discussion
Immigration Detention and Release: Current Issues and Considerations
Session 1: The ABCs of Warrants - Discuss the regulations regarding warrants and how to hold ICE accountable. Session 2: Let's Talk about Detention - Deep-dive into the current state of detentions by DHS and other law enforcement authorities, including detentions at court, USCIS, ICE check-ins, and community & workplace raids. Discuss potential options for release from detention and the changing landscape with respect to parole and bond eligibility. Session 3: Sue ‘Em - Strategies, tips and materials for mandamus, APA, class actions, FOIA and FTCA lawsuits against the government.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 2.50 hrs | 0.25 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 1/31/2027
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Immigration Detention and Release: Current Issues and Considerations3.75 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Parole: Current Developments and Future Arguments
An overview of parole, current developments regarding parole (in particular the termination of various parole programs), arguments that can be made regarding parole, and a discussion of advance parole.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.75 hr
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 1/31/2027
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Parole: Current Developments and Future ArgumentsNot yet rated
Removal Issues (2025)
Discuss practical tips and legal strategies to arm yourself and fight for your client against the onslaught of new caselaw, EOIR policy memoranda, OPLA practices, ICE tactics, and other horrific changes in enforcement and removal proceedings under the Trump Administration.
Includes: Video Audio Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 1.00 hr | 0.25 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 1/31/2027
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Removal Issues (2025)Not yet rated
U.S. Border Searches in the Digital Age
What is the required quantum of suspicion? And what is considered "reasonableness" in our time?
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.75 hr
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 1/31/2027
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U.S. Border Searches in the Digital Age5 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Workplace Issues in the Era of Immigration Enforcement
Session 1: The ABCs of Warrants - Discuss the regulations regarding warrants and how to hold ICE accountable. Session 2: Worksite Audits and Raids: What to Expect in 2026 - Refresher on warrants and subpoenas, employer and employee rights, civil and criminal penalties. Session 3: Employment Issues - Review current trends in employment-based immigration, including updates and strategies in RFE trends in H-1B, L-1, TN and I-140 Cases; I-9 and worksite compliance & OCAHO updates; PERM backlogs and tips for maintenance of nonimmigrant status; E-Verify compliance and state activity.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 2.25 hrs | 0.25 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 1/31/2027
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Workplace Issues in the Era of Immigration EnforcementNot yet rated
Texas Crimmigration
A comprehensive review of specific criminal offenses in Texas and their potential immigration implications. The speakers will provide guidance on advising immigrant clients about the potential challenges associated with these offenses.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.75 hr | 0.25 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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Texas Crimmigration4.47 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Understanding United States Immigration and Nationality Laws (2024)
Explanations of concepts including unlawful presence, out of status and nonimmigrant intent as well as categories such as nonimmigrants, immigrants and citizens.
Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 0.75 hr | 0.25 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 12/31/2026
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Understanding United States Immigration and Nationality Laws (2024)4.75 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Sign Right Here
A survey of provisions for your attorney client agreements from “must haves” to “optional”clauses.
Includes: Video Paper Slides
- Total Credit Hours:
- 1.00 hr | 1.00 Ethics
- Credit Info
- TX, CA, PA
- TX MCLE credit expires: 1/31/2027
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Sign Right Here4.46 out of 5 starsWhat was the overall quality of the course (presentation, materials, and technical delivery)?Rate the overall teaching effectiveness and presentation skills of faculty for the course.How would you rate the value of the materials provided as part of the course?
Very practical and helpful.
Great presenter and a wealth of helpful information
Helpful and practical. Thank you.