Please note that this program will only be offered as a live webcast. Speakers will be participating in the program remotely. As always, webcast attendees have access to all program materials, and will be able to view all program slides and submit questions to the speakers during the presentation. We thank you for your understanding as we follow the guidance of local health officials and work to provide a safe learning environment for both attendees and faculty.
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Overview
The program will provide an overview of U.S. immigration law, including current developments and trends as well as the new Administration’s immigration plans, and will be extremely useful to attorneys who are new to immigration practice, as well as those who need a refresher on immigration law or are involved in immigration policy.
What You Will Learn
- Overview of the U.S. immigration system and current trends
- The new Administration’s immigration plans: presidential proclamations and legislative proposals
- The difference between nonimmigrant (temporary) and immigrant (permanent/green card) visas
- Family-sponsored visas
- Why immigrants are put into removal proceedings
- Naturalization
- Protecting an employer from sanctions
- Unique ethical issues in immigration practice