Collateral Damage: Immigration Consequences of State Crimes
A Program For The Defense
Plano, Texas, USA
Grant Staff: +1.972.244.3428
Registrar: +1.972.244.3404
E-Mail: mhooper@cailaw.org
Overview
Registration is required to attend. Details, including the agenda, presenters and approved CLE credit, will be posted here once confirmed.
This course focuses on Immigration Law and the landmark Padilla v. Kentucky decision, which has significantly impacted how criminal defense attorneys handle cases involving noncitizen defendants. This program will provide essential insights into the intersection of criminal defense and immigration law, ensuring you have the tools to understand the Padilla ruling, advise clients on the immigration consequences of criminal convictions, and navigate the complexities of immigration law within criminal defense practice.
This course is funded by a grant from the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals.
Who Should Attend?
Attendance is exclusive to Texas criminal defense attorneys, Texas public and private defenders, and their staff, unless invited as faculty. Other registrations will not be accepted.
Speakers and Topics
Program Chairs
Immigration Padilla Resource Attorney
Bexar County Managed Assigned Counsel
San Antonio, Texas
Assistant Public Defender, Immigration (Padilla)
Bexar County Public Defender's Office
San Antonio, Texas
The faculty list and agenda will be posted as they become available.
MCLE Credit
This course will be submitted to the State Bar of Texas for a total of 6.0 hours MCLE credit, of which no credit hours will apply to ethics/professional responsibility credit.
In addition to Texas, after the program (if requested) CAIL will directly apply for course accreditation in the following states, as long as course materials and evaluations are not required: California, New Mexico, and Oklahoma. Attorneys may be eligible to receive CLE credit through attorney self-submission in other states, as long as course materials and evaluations are not required to be submitted.
Hotel Accommodations
For participants traveling from outside the Dallas–Fort Worth area, we're delighted to partner with The Cambria Hotel Plano Frisco. We've secured a special discounted rate just for CAIL program attendees! Situated close to our facility, Cambria offers comfortable modern rooms, on-site dining, and easy access to local attractions. To enjoy this exclusive rate, book through the reservation link below — the discount is already applied. Hurry, space is limited, and this offer is reserved for our event attendees!
Cambria Hotel Plano Frisco
Address: 7500 Parkwood Blvd, Plano, TX 75024
Phone: (972) 473-9010
Scholarship Policy
Scholarships are available for attendees who meet one of these criteria:
- First three years of practice in the field
- Submission of a qualifying statement (150 words or less) or a reference letter, at least four weeks before the event
Priority may be given to those with a recommendation letter. Scholarships are awarded three weeks before the course and must be accepted within 24 hours. If declined, the opportunity passes to the next qualifying candidate.
Scholarship decisions are based on need and merit and are subject to approval by CAIL staff. Successful applicants will be reimbursed for eligible travel expenses after attending, in accordance with grant guidelines and restrictions. Covered expenses may include:
- Transportation (airfare, bus, mileage)
- Lodging
- Meals during travel (lunches provided at the event)
- Full tuition waiver
For questions, contact Melissa Hooper at mhooper@cailaw.org.
Tuition Waiver Policy
Other Information
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Cancellation Policy
Written cancellation must be received 5 business days prior to a program to receive a refund (Email: lgaspar@cailaw.org). After this date, no refunds, but substitution of attendees for this program will be permitted with prior approval. Registrants not entitled to a refund will receive the course materials. Note: Free registrants must attend the program to receive materials at no cost.
Nondiscriminatory Policy
The Center for American and International Law does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status in educational activities, scholarship programs or admissions.
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