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Tue Apr 8
- CLE Credit
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Representing Children in Immigration Matters
- 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
- Eastern Time (US & Canada)
- By: Kids in Need of Defense (New York Office)
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Greenberg Traurig
- Source: Immigration Advocates Network > IAN Nonprofit Resource Center
Topics:
- Immigration
This training program teaches the essentials of representing children in immigration matters. This is a chance to make an immense difference for a child who would otherwise face complex proceedings pro se - while also challenging yourself and building courtroom & counseling skills. Topics include:
- Why do children migrate to the US? Why are children placed in detention? What are "removal" proceedings in immigration court?
- Procedure and practice in immigration court
- An introduction to claims for relief:
-Special Immigrant Juvenile Status: protection for victims of parental abuse, neglect, or abandonment
-Asylum: protection for victims of persecution
-Other options: T & U Visas, Prosecutorial Discretion - Best practices in serving the child client
- Resources & mentorship for pro bono attorneys
KIND mentors pro bono attorneys throughout the course of the child's case, through strategy discussions, sample documents, role-playing at mock hearings, and other ongoing support. Pro bono cases will be available for placement at or before the training. The deadline to RSVP is COB Friday, April 4th.
- Contact:
- Website: www.supportkind.org