The Immigration Law Conference 2026 is an educational event organized by the New York City Bar Association, scheduled for Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 3:15 PM at the New York City Bar headquarters located at 42 West 44th Street, New York, NY 10036. This conference aims to address ongoing legal issues in immigration law by bringing together legal experts and scholars to discuss recent policy changes and new legislation, providing attendees with a comprehensive understanding of their impact on the immigration law landscape. The program is tailored for immigration law practitioners from firms, nonprofits, and agencies.
Key topics and sessions include a summary of immigration changes under the Trump administration, unaccompanied children's due process rights in immigration proceedings, post-family court procedures, and managing immigration risk through corporate change. These sessions are designed to offer practical insights and updates on the rapidly evolving immigration law landscape.
The conference will feature a networking lunch, offering attendees the opportunity to connect with peers and experts in the field. Notable speakers include Margaret Satterthwaite, U.N. Special Rapporteur on the Independence of Judges and Lawyers, and leading immigration law attorneys.
This conference is ideal for immigration law practitioners seeking to stay informed about recent developments and to network with colleagues in the field.
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Speakers(19)
Alejandra Vargas
Partner at Duane Morris
Alejandra Vargas is a Partner at Duane Morris, specializing in corporate immigration compliance.
Amelie Sophie Vavrovsky
Co-founder at Formally
Amelie Sophie Vavrovsky is the Co-founder of Formally, a company specializing in immigration services.
Anwen Hughes
Senior Director of Legal Strategy, Refugee Programs at Human Rights First
Anwen Hughes is the Senior Director of Legal Strategy for Refugee Programs at Human Rights First, advocating for refugee rights.
Avideh Moussavian
Cornell Law Immigration Law and Policy Fellow at Cornell Law
Avideh Moussavian is a Cornell Law Immigration Law and Policy Fellow, focusing on immigration policy research.
Caitlin Miner-Legrand
Co-Director, Immigrant Justice Project at City Bar Justice Center
Caitlin Miner-Legrand is the Co-Director of the Immigrant Justice Project at the City Bar Justice Center, focusing on providing legal assistance to immigrants.
Fatima Guillen-Walsh
Senior Legal Counsel, Employment North America at Reckitt
Fatima Guillen-Walsh is the Senior Legal Counsel for Employment in North America at Reckitt, overseeing employment legal matters.
Golnaz Fakhimi
Legal Director at Muslim Advocates
Golnaz Fakhimi is the Legal Director at Muslim Advocates, focusing on civil rights and immigration issues.
Hasan Shafiqullah
Immigration Supervising Attorney at The Legal Aid Society’s Law Reform Unit
Hasan Shafiqullah is the Immigration Supervising Attorney in The Legal Aid Society’s Law Reform Unit, leading initiatives to reform immigration laws.
Hon. Carmen Maria Rey Caldas
Former U.S. Immigration Judge
Hon. Carmen Maria Rey Caldas served as a U.S. Immigration Judge, adjudicating complex immigration cases.
Jeffrey Margolis
Founder at Margolis Law Firm
Jeffrey Margolis is the founder of Margolis Law Firm, specializing in immigration law.
Lenni Benson
Professor at New York Law School
Lenni Benson is a Professor at New York Law School, teaching immigration law.
Marjan Kasra
Founder & Managing Attorney at The Law Office of Marjan Kasra a.k.a Lawmaks
Marjan Kasra is the Founder and Managing Attorney at The Law Office of Marjan Kasra, known as Lawmaks, focusing on immigration law.
Melissa Chua
Co-Director, Immigrant Protection Unit at NYLAG
Melissa Chua is the Co-Director of the Immigrant Protection Unit at NYLAG, providing legal services to immigrants.
Parisa Karaahmet
Partner at Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy LLP
Parisa Karaahmet is a Partner at Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy LLP, specializing in immigration law.
Patricia Pantaleon
Founder at Garcia Pantaleon & Associates PC
Patricia Pantaleon is the founder of Garcia Pantaleon & Associates PC, specializing in immigration law and advocacy.
Poonam Gupta
Founder & Principal Attorney at Summit Legal PLLC
Poonam Gupta is the Founder and Principal Attorney at Summit Legal PLLC, focusing on immigration law.
Sanam Ghandehari
Senior Immigration Attorney at Women for Afghan Women
Sanam Ghandehari serves as a Senior Immigration Attorney at Women for Afghan Women, advocating for Afghan women's rights and immigration matters.
Ted Chiappari
Partner at Duane Morris
Ted Chiappari is a Partner at Duane Morris, focusing on immigration law and compliance.
Victoria Neilson
Supervising Attorney at National Immigrant Project
Victoria Neilson is the Supervising Attorney at the National Immigrant Project, overseeing legal strategies for immigrant rights.
Event Details
- Date
- November 12, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 New York, United States
- New York City Bar
- Pricing
- $149 Member | $249 Nonmember
- Audience
- Immigration law practitioners at firms, nonprofits, and agencies
- CLE Credits
- CLE accreditation pending
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