Hyatt Centric French Quarter Hotel
800 Iberville St. • New Orleans
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This timely seminar confronts the shifting immigration landscape in the new Trump era, equipping practitioners with the tools to fight removal efforts, challenge defective NTAs, and meet burdens of proof in high-stakes cases. From managing ICE raids and audits to navigating the ever-changing USCIS policy directives, our faculty will provide critical insights into defending clients and protecting due process. Explore cutting-edge strategies for federal court challenges against agency actions, and gain a sharper understanding of parole programs, asylum, and humanitarian remedies such as the U Visa. The program also examines labor and employment intersections, including everything attorneys should know about H-1B, H-2A, and H-2B guest worker programs, while addressing compliance challenges faced by employers large and small. A special focus will be placed on non-immigrant visa options for start-ups, entrepreneurs, and small businesses—helping lawyers guide their clients through opportunities for growth while avoiding pitfalls in adjudication. With a comprehensive look at removal defense, agency litigation, and business immigration pathways, this seminar offers lawyers a powerful blend of practical skills, policy updates, and strategic foresight in the changing landscape of immigration law.
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Registration Fee, Cancellations and Refunds
• Advanced Registration ..... $350
• After October 3 ................. $375
(The fee includes electronic course materials, coffee/refreshments, and seminar attendance.)
Cancellation of registration must be received in writing by the LSBA no later than October 3. Cancellations will receive a full refund, less a $30 administrative charge. Absolutely no refunds will be made after October 3.
CLE CREDITS: A maximum of 6 hours of CLE credit is pending.
HOTEL INFORMATION:
Although the LSBA does not have a room block at the Hyatt Centric French Quarter Hotel, discount rates for LSBA members may be available. Contact: Annette C. Buras at aburas@lsba.org or (504) 619-0102. Discounted rates are not guaranteed. Prevailing rates may apply.
QUESTIONS??
For more information, contact: CLE Dept. at (800) 421-5722
SEMINAR PROGRAM & SPEAKERS
SEMINAR CHAIR
Brandon E. Davis • Phelps Dunbar • New Orleans
Larry E. Demmons • The Demmons Law Firm • Metairie
8:00-8:30 a.m.
Registration
8:30-9:30 a.m. - (1 credit)
For the Defense: Fighting the Unprecedented Removal Efforts in the New Trump Era, Challenging the Notice to Appear, Meeting the Burden of Proof, and Managing ICE Raids and Audits
David J. Rozas • David J. Rozas Law Firm • Baton Rouge
Paul “Woody” Scott • The Scott Law Firm • Baton Rouge
Brandon E. Davis • Phelps Dunbar • New Orleans
9:30-10:30 a.m. - (1 credit)
Rewriting the Rules: How USCIS Policy Changes are Impacting Benefits Adjudications
Samantha Hechtman • Ware Immigration • Metairie
10:30-10:45 a.m.
Break
10:45-11:45 a.m. - (1 credit)
Be Our Guest: Everything Lawyers Should Know about Guest Labor Programs (H-1B, H-2A, H-2B)
Laura N. Buck • Phelps Dunbar • New Orleans
Brandon E. Davis • Phelps Dunbar • New Orleans
Ashley Foret Dees • BAL • Houston
11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Lunch (on your own)
1:00-2:00 p.m. - (1 credit)
I'll See You in Court: Effective Strategies when Challenging Agency Actions in Federal Court
Jeff Joseph • BAL • Denver
Duncan Fulton • Klasko Immigration Law Partners • Washington, D.C.
2:00-3:00 p.m. - (1 credit)
Humanitarian Relief in the New Trump Era: Understanding Parole Programs, Asylum, and What a U Visa Can Do for You
Hiroko Kusuda • Loyola Law Clinic • New Orleans
Ramona Fernandez • Loyola Law Clinic • New Orleans
Erin Hebert • Ware Immigration • Metairie
3:00-3:15 p.m.
Break
3:15-4:15 pm. - (1 credit)
Non-Immigrant Visa Options and Strategies for Start-Ups, Entrepreneurs, and Small Employers
Elaine D. Kimbrell • Ware Immigration • Metairie
A WORD OF THANKS ....
Those who plan and teach LSBA seminar are volunteers. Their generous contributions of time, talent and energy make this and every LSBA seminar a success. We deeply appreciate their work.
The LSBA continues to encourage all its members to participate in the preparation and presentation of LSBA CLE programs.
* Please contact the LSBA CLE Dept. if you have a disability which may require special accommodations at this program. The LSBA is committed to enduring full accessibility for all registrants. *