Representing Asylees and Refugees

Nov. 7 – 21, 2024 | 2-3:30 p.m. ET | CA MCLE: 1.5 per webinar

Please join us for a three-part webinar series on representing refugees and asylees. We will discuss family reunification options, focusing on the I-730 process. In addition, we will explore the eligibility requirements for adjustment of status and discuss the application requirements. Finally, the series will cover naturalization, termination of status, and travel as they pertain to refugees and asylees.

NOTE: Access to recordings of the webinars is included with your purchase of the three-part webinar series. Your complimentary access will be available until Dec. 21.  

 


Webinar One: Family Reunification for Asylees and Refugees

Nov. 7 | 2-3:30 p.m. ET | CA MCLE 1.5

In week one, we will focus on family reunification for refugees and asylees. We will discuss the processing of I-730s for family members who are both inside and outside the United States. The webinar will cover issues that arise before U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and consulates abroad, as well as how to respond to common Requests for Evidence.   

 


Webinar Two: Adjustment of Status for Refugees and Asylees

Nov. 14 | 2-3:30 p.m. ET | CA MCLE 1.5

Special rules govern the adjustment of status to permanent residence for refugees and asylees. This webinar will focus on the eligibility requirements and procedures for adjustment of status for both principals and derivatives, including a look at special exemptions and waivers of inadmissibility grounds. We will also cover the nunc pro tunc asylum process for applicants who lose derivative status before adjustment. Finally, the presenters will provide adjustment application completion and filing practice tips.

 


Webinar Three: Travel Issues, Termination, and Naturalization for Refugees and Asylees

Nov. 21 | 2-3:30 p.m. ET | CA MCLE 1.5

In this webinar presenters will discuss issues that are unique to refugees and asylees in the naturalization process. The session will also cover when and how asylum and refugee termination issues arise and strategies to represent your client when USCIS attempts to terminate status. Finally, we will discuss how your client can travel, whether it is advisable for your client to travel, and potential risks and consequences of traveling while in asylee or refugee status. 

 

Additional Information

Training Timezone

This training takes place in the Eastern Time Zone.

Certificate of Attendance

Certificates of Attendance are only issued to participants who attend the live session(s).

CLE for Attorney Participants

CLINIC is authorized by the State Bar of California to provide minimum continuing legal education (MCLE) training. If you are a California attorney, you are eligible to claim 1.5 hours of MCLE credits for each live webinar. To receive MCLE credit, please provide your state bar number when you register for each live webinar. If you are an attorney licensed in another state, please check with your state bar to determine whether this training qualifies for MCLE credit.

Type of Training

Webinar Series

Date of Event

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Time of Event

02:00 pm ~ 03:30 pm

Registration Deadline

Training Prices

CLINIC Affiliates (3-Part Series) - $105
Nonprofit Agency Staff (3-Part Series) - $195
Private Attorneys and Staff (3-Part Series) - $320

Eligible Grant(s) Discount

CDSS
MOIA (formerly ActionNYC)
Acacia (formerly Vera) Unaccompanied Children's Program

Payment and Cancellation

Payment by credit card only. There are no refunds for registration for a single webinar or for a webinar series.