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SUMMARY:AILA New England Monthly Chapter Meeting (April) - Virtual (Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://aila-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/lSUXr8lUQ9uz0m7xiS1ZDg \n5:00pm – 5:30pm: Chapter Business meeting \n5:30pm – 6:30pm: Main meeting \nMain Meeting Topic: Attacks on Attorneys and Consequences of the Administration’s Targeting of Our Profession \nEvery day\, we are grow increasingly concerned about how the current administration could target immigration attorneys. Hear from two experts in ethics who can demystify the bases of potential attacks on attorneys. Learn about current trends\, ways we can protect ourselves\, and the ethical implications of being an immigration attorney during this time. \nSpeakers: \n\nAttorney Craig Dobson\, Chair\, AILA Well-being Committee\, Ethics Counsel located in New York\, NY\nAttorney Andrew Nietor\, AILA Board of Governors Elected Director from San Diego\, CA
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-new-england-monthly-chapter-meeting-april/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T120000
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SUMMARY:AILA NE Webinar: Step Into Leadership. Shape the Future of Immigration Law in New England
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the AILA New England Executive Committee for a special leadership conversation designed to demystify Executive Committee service and to show why serving on the Chapter’s Executive Committee is one of the most meaningful ways you can influence the immigration landscape in our region. \nServing on the AILA New England Executive Committee is more than a volunteer role. It is a chance to help shape policy priorities\, strengthen the immigration bar\, support your fellow practitioners\, and advocate for immigrant communities across Massachusetts\, Maine\, New Hampshire\, Rhode Island\, and Vermont. Executive Committee members play a direct role in guiding the Chapter’s response to rapidly evolving legal\, policy\, and practice challenges\, while ensuring that AILA New England remains a strong\, inclusive\, and effective voice for our members. \nThis program will feature a candid discussion with current and former AILA New England leaders\, who will share what Executive Committee service really looks like: the responsibilities\, the time commitment\, the support systems in place\, and the tangible impact this work has on both the membership and the broader immigration community. Panelists will discuss how leadership within AILA New England translates into meaningful professional growth\, deeper connections across the bar\, and a lasting contribution to the practice of immigration law. \nAttendees will gain practical insight into: \n– The role and responsibilities of the AILA New England Executive Committee \n– How Executive Committee members influence programming\, policy advocacy\, government liaison work\, and member support \n– The skills and perspectives that make members effective leaders at every career stage \n– How to prepare for and step into an Executive Committee role with confidence and purpose \n– Whether you are early in your career\, mid‑career\, or a seasoned practitioner looking to give back in a more impactful way\, this conversation will offer clarity\, encouragement\, and a roadmap for getting involved. \nPresenters: \n– Tania Martinez\, AILA NE Chair\, AILA Board of Governors \n– Michelle Shepard\, AILA NE Chair-Elect \n– Peter Rees\, AILA NE Vice-Chair \n– MyungJin MJ Lee\, AILA NE Treasurer \n– Becky von Trapp\, AILA NE Secretary \n– Miki Matrician\, AILA NE Immediate Past Chair\, AILA Elected Director on the Board of Governors
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-ne-webinar-step-into-leadership-shape-the-future-of-immigration-law-in-new-england/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T120000
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SUMMARY:AILA NE Webinar: Challenging immigration denials in Federal Court
DESCRIPTION:Register here\n\nSpeaker: Jesse Bless\n\nWith increasing immigration denial rates and a rise in arbitrary decisions\, more practitioners are turning to APA litigation to challenge agency actions. While federal litigation is a powerful tool\, it remains outside the comfort zone for many attorneys. Join Jesse Bless\, an expert in federal court litigation involving immigration decisions and delays\, for a discussion of common scenarios where federal litigation can effectively challenge denials\, along with practical filing tips and recent developments in federal immigration litigation. This brown bag session will benefit both employment and family-based immigration practitioners and will focus on challenges to final agency decisions rather than delay-based claims.
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-ne-webinar-challenging-immigration-denials-in-federal-court/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T170829
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SUMMARY:AILA NE Webinar: Immigration Updates from Vermont
DESCRIPTION:AILA NE Webinar: Immigration Updates from Vermont \nJoin us for a brown bag to hear from Vermont immigration lawyers and leaders about what is happening in the legislature\, at the courts\, and on the ground. Topics will include legislative updates\, trends in detention and enforcement\, and information about federal courts. \nRegister in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/dMyLXaitQVq0JjzHpNg4tA \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-ne-webinar-legislative-developments-in-vermont-state-legislative-relations-committee/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T120000
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SUMMARY:AILA NE Roundtable: Best Practices and Preserving the Record for Appeal\, Panel with former Immigration Judges and BIA Judge
DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://aila-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/7rm_EBDRRaSBMvhcDy5CoQ \nPlease join us for this much anticipated panel! During this panel\, you will hear tips and strategies from former Immigration Judges and a former Board of Immigration Appeals Judge on preserving the record for appeal. They will also discuss best court practices\, including what judges find helpful and what they prefer attorneys avoid. \nPanelists:  \n\n\nMelanie Shapiro\, Law Office of Melanie Shapiro\, Co-Chair AILA NE Federal Litigation Committee \n\n\nHon. Nina J. Froes\, Former Immigration Judge \n\n\nHon. Sarah Cade\, Former Immigration Judge \n\n\nHon. Katherine Clark\, Former BIA Judge
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-ne-roundtable-best-practices-and-preserving-the-record-for-appeal-panel-with-former-immigration-judges-and-bia-judge/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T183000
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SUMMARY:AILA New England Monthly Chapter Meeting (May)
DESCRIPTION:AILA New England Monthly Chapter Meeting (May) \n[Save the date/time – more details to follow]\nRegister in advance for this meeting: https://aila-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/kx1vy023Q9K7kyS0vblw-A \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nUnless otherwise stated\, the format for each chapter meeting is as follows: \n[4:00pm – 5:00pm: We may have a meeting for newer attorneys at select meetings]\n5:00pm – 5:30pm: Business meeting \n5:30pm – 6:30pm: Main meeting panel or presentation
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-new-england-monthly-chapter-meeting-may/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T120000
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SUMMARY:AILA NE Discussion: War & Identity in our Practice
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to chat with the AILA New England DEI Committee \nTitle: War & Identity in our Practice \nDate: Wednesday\, June 10\, 2026 \nTime: 12 noon – 1pm \nLocation: Zoom link below \n\nThe AILA NE DEI Committee invites you to chat about the impact of war on our practice and ourselves. \nAs immigration attorneys\, we often work at the intersection of conflict\, displacement\, and human dignity. War shapes not only the lives of our clients\, but also impacts our own identities\, values and relationships with those around us. \nThis is a timely discussion for us as a profession\, since war and identity have become central to the government’s drive in enforcing more restrictive entry to the United States. This conversation will explore how war and political conflict influences our own identities and belonging\, as well as advocacy in our legal practice. \nTopics for discussion may include: \n\nReflecting on how global conflicts shape our own perspectives\, relationships\, and professional responsibilities.\nThe role of identity\, nationality\, religion\, and ethnicity in immigration work\nWorking with clients fleeing war\, persecution\, and political instability\nHow do histories of violence\, displacement\, and persecution that shape the stories of our clients\, affect us?\nHow do we navigate cultural understanding\, trauma\, and ethical responsibility while advocating for those seeking protection and stability?\nNavigating cultural sensitivity and value judgments in advocacy\nThe lawyer’s role in preserving dignity\, voice\, and human rights\n\nFor any questions or suggestions contact the committee at ailanedeicommittee@gmail.com \nWe look forward to your voice at the table. \nZoom Link: \nAILANE DEI Committee is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. \nTopic: AILANE DEI Committee chat about War & Identity in Practice \nTime: Jun 10\, 2026 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/83298472073?pwd=fdHV8f4GgVpo0cvteOJLx5ccLAGr5A.1 \n\nMeeting chat link \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/launch/jc/83298472073 \n\nView meeting insights with Zoom AI Companion \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/launch/edl?muid=faecb63d-2e22-440a-a535-5b5c605a4b14 \n\nMeeting ID: 832 9847 2073 \nPasscode: 605100 \n\n— \n\nOne tap mobile \n+13052241968\,\,83298472073#\,\,\,\,*605100# US \n+13092053325\,\,83298472073#\,\,\,\,*605100# US \n— \nJoin by SIP \n\n83298472073@zoomcrc.com\n\nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/83298472073/invitations?signature=YoX_bTB4dsKQ4WkHY8QuX7eu7uYxk4_l4aHt9i9d9UI
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-ne-discussion-war-identity-in-our-practice/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260615T133000
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SUMMARY:AILA NE Webinar: Updates from Court Watch
DESCRIPTION:Join the CBO/Pro Bono Committee to hear updates about practices at EOIR in Boston\, Chelmsford\, and Hartford. Presenting data from the court watch initiatives as well as experiences from those who practice in the courts\, we are hoping to get a sense of what is happening on the ground. \nSpeakers: \n\nAlex Peredo Carroll (Mabel Center)\nChristy Rodriguez (Massachusetts Law Reform Institute)\nCristina Dacchille Freeman (MIRA Coalition)\nAlicia Kinsman (Law Office of Alicia R Kinsman).\nModerator: Marianne Staniunas (Ropes and Gray; AILA NE CBO/Pro Bono Committee Member)\n\n  \nRegister in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/OEUUdYCyTjep8Abqx1omuw \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-ne-webinar-updates-from-court-watch/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T183000
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SUMMARY:AILA New England Monthly Chapter Meeting (June)
DESCRIPTION:AILA New England Monthly Chapter Meeting (June) \n[Save the date/time – more details to follow]\nRegister in advance for this meeting: https://aila-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/aPwOlmZTQoCoEW9iZw6DLg \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nUnless otherwise stated\, the format for each chapter meeting is as follows: \n[4:00pm – 5:00pm: We may have a meeting for newer attorneys at select meetings]\n5:00pm – 5:30pm: Business meeting \n5:30pm – 6:30pm: Main meeting panel or presentation
URL:https://ailane.org/calendar/aila-new-england-monthly-chapter-meeting-june/
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