Immigration Law From Start to Finish

Overview

A Comprehensive Guide to Immigration Policy Updates, the Immigration Court Process, and More

From ever-changing immigration policies to delays in visa processing times, immigration law is filled with obstacles that require careful preparation and navigation. In this program, our faculty explore the nuances of immigration law and offer seasoned insights for providing your clients with the best possible representation. Adopt best practices for preparing applications for non-immigrant and immigrant visas, refine your understanding of the naturalization process, and formulate strategies for immigration court. Register today!

Explore significant immigration regulations and laws. Identify key steps to take to obtain a non-immigrant visa. Examine best practices for obtaining employment- and family-based visas. Learn the fundamentals of asylum law. Make sure you understand basic immigration court procedures.

Abbreviated Agenda

• 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM | Gunda J. Brost

  Intro to Immigration Law Understanding Key Legal Terms and Concepts Essential Agencies and Laws to Know Overview of Immigration Proceedings Trump Administration: Updates on Immigration Policies 2024-2025 Case Law Update

• 3:45 PM – 4:30 PM | Andrew J. Mahon

  Non-Immigrant Visas: Obtaining Temporary Visas for Students, Workers, Visitors, etc. H-1B Non-Immigrant Visas How to Ensure Your Client Obtains the Right Type of Visa (With Overview of Visa Categories) Tips for Preparing Documents and Submitting Petitions Non-Immigrant Intent in Applications and Petitions Overstay of Visas: What You Need to Know Petition and Application Denials Entry Denials, Extensions, and Changes in Status

• 4:45 PM – 5:30 PM | Andrew J. Mahon

  Insights on Immigrant Visas (Employment Based, Family Based, etc.) Employment-Based Immigration Family-Based Immigration Tips and Tricks for Preparing Documents and Submitting Petitions Sponsor Requirements Useful Tips for Handling Application Denials (Including Financial Support Obligations) Practical Guidance for PERM Denial Appeals

• 5:30 PM – 6:15 PM | Megan R. Jackler

  Asylum and Refugee Law 101

• 6:45 PM – 7:45 PM | Shane C. Sidebottom

  Naturalization Know-How: Success Stories and Savvy Strategies

• 7:45 PM – 8:45 PM | Erica Rodríguez

  Removal Defense and Immigration Court Procedures and Tactics Removal Proceedings Explained Grounds for Deportation Best Practices for Handling Removal Cases Appearing in Immigration Court: Ensuring Legal Best Practices The Effects of Criminal Convictions on Your Client's Immigration Status Current Issues and Legal Updates

• 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Arturo Hernandez III

  Special Ethical Considerations for Immigration Law Attorneys Dual Representation and Joint Sponsors Advertising Legal Services Ineffective Assistance of Counsel Withdrawal of Representation

Related Topics

• Government Claims & Military Law
• Immigration
• Labor & Employment

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for attorneys. Paralegals may also benefit.

Speakers

• Andrew J. Mahon

  Barley Snyder

• Megan R. Jackler

  Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith

• Gunda J. Brost

  Brost Law Office

• Arturo Hernandez, III

  McMahon Berger

• Shane C. Sidebottom

  Ziegler & Schneider, P.S.C

Speaker bios

Andrew J. Mahon

Barley Snyder

Andrew Mahon is an attorney in Barley Snyder's employment and immigration practice groups with over a decade of experience. He concentrates his practice on immigration law, helping clients with a myriad of immigration related matters, including representing families and businesses seeking immigration benefits as well as defending individuals placed in removal proceedings. He has represented hundreds of clients before various agencies that are responsible for administering U.S. immigration laws, including the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Department of State. He also litigates immigration cases in federal court, filing petitions for review and submitting oral arguments before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit, and preparing mandamus and habeas petitions before the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. He routinely advises attorneys from other areas of practice on immigration matters affecting their clients, often working with criminal defense counsel to structure guilty pleas to avoid future immigration consequences. Additionally, he has presented on immigration topics at several training courses for lawyers, paralegals and community members. He earned his B.A. degree from Fordham University and his J.