An Introduction to Immigration Law 2023

  • OnDemand seminar
  • Attorney Regulation
  • Immigration Law
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An Introduction to Immigration Law 2023

Endorsed by the International Practice Section and the Young Lawyers Division of the State Bar of Wisconsin

An immigration initiation

There’s plenty of immigration law work available, presenting a promising practice opportunity for new and established attorneys. But before diving in, you should assess whether you’re prepared to take on cases in this complex, high stakes, ever-changing area of law.

An Introduction to Immigration Law is your chance to test the waters and see whether you’re interested in pursuing a further course of immigration law study. You’ll become acquainted with the basics, including:

  • Key terminology and concepts
  • Sources of immigration law and agencies involved
  • Different types of immigrant and non-immigrant visas
  • Deportation and removal proceedings
  • Potential avenues for relief
  • Working with clients in detention

8:30 am
: Introduction to Terminology & Key Concepts

Freya Katkowsky

9:20 am
: Framework: Where Does the Law Come From & What Agencies Are Involved?

Raluca Vais-Ottosen

10:10 am
: Question and Answer
10:25 am
: Introduction to Immigrant Visas – who qualifies, overview of the process, and which government agencies are involved for:

Jennifer Hanna

  • Family-Based Immigrant Visas
12:10 pm
: Lunch (on your own)
1:10 pm
: An Overview of Types of Non-Immigrant Visas

Jennifer Hanna

2:00 pm
: Removal Defense

Aissa I. Olivarez

2:50 pm
: Break
3:05 pm
: Ethics: Risks of Dabbling in Immigration Law

Matthew M. Beier, Raluca Vais-Ottosen

  • Be aware of WILMIC’s increase in claims among insured immigration attorneys in the rapidly changing regulatory environment
  • How you can avoid taking on more than you’re prepared to handle in order to steer clear of legal malpractice pitfalls
4:00 pm
: Panel Discussion: Ways to Add Immigration to Your Practice

Amanda K. Gennerman, Freya Katkowsky, Aissa I. Olivarez

  • Pro bono, fed litigation, how to educate yourself sufficiently to add as a practice area
4:50 pm
: Program Concludes

Webcast replay schedule may vary slightly from live program..

Program Chair and Presenters

Jennifer Hanna
Eastbridge Law Group, LLP · Madison
Freya Katkowsky
Eastbridge Law Group, LLP · Madison

Presenters

Matthew M. Beier
Wisconsin Lawyers Mutual Insurance Co · Madison
Amanda K. Gennerman
Pines Bach LLP · Madison
Aissa I. Olivarez
Community Immigration Law Center · Madison
Raluca Vais-Ottosen
DeWitt LLP · Madison

  • Receive an overview of immigration law basics
  • Review the different types of immigrant and non-immigrant visas
  • Avoid malpractice claims by recognizing the risks of “dabbling” in immigration law
  • Find out how to successfully integrate immigration law into your practice
  • Lawyers looking to add immigration to their practice
  • Immigration lawyers seeking a refresher

YLD Discount!

Young Lawyers Division members receive a $20 discount on tuition.* Discount applied automatically upon log-in.

*Young Lawyers Division Members are State Bar member attorneys 36 years of age or younger, or within five years of admission to the State Bar of Wisconsin. If you’ve opted out of YLD, you will not receive this discount. The $20 discount only applies to in-person, live webcast, and webcast replay versions of this seminar – not CLE OnDemand.. YLD members with Ultimate Passes, other CLE passes, or PINNACLE discounts are not eligible for this discount.

BOOK BONUS!

Immigration Consequences of Wisconsin Criminal Offenses

Save 20% on either a 1-year subscription to the Books Unbound title or the purchase of the print book.* Divided into three sections, you’ll find assistance in confirming that a defendant is a noncitizen, meeting your Sixth Amendment duty under Padilla v. Kentucky, and finding alternative pleas to prevent immigration issues. Use discount code CA3483 when you order online or by calling (800) 728-7788.

*Discount applies to both print and digital Books Unbound editions of this title and cannot be applied to previous purchases. Offer valid through 12/31/24. For Books Unbound users, discount may be applied to purchase of individual Books Unbound title only and may not be used on purchase of libraries. Discount cannot be combined with any other offers.

BYP

The Build Your Practice Series from State Bar of Wisconsin PINNACLE® introduces you to the fundamentals of various practice areas. Gain the tools and information you need to develop a new area of practice and expand your firm's offerings. Build Your Practice Series programs are endorsed by the State Bar's Young Lawyers Division.

Sponsored by

Bultman Financial Immigrant Legal Resource Center Wisconsin Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company

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