Reminder - SABA-NJ Board Nominations end TONIGHT!
Chakravarthy, Rasika
Dear SABA-NJ Members,
It’s time to elect a new slate of SABA-NJ Officers for the 2015 term! The following positions are open for the 2015 term:
· President
· President-Elect
· Vice President
· Treasurer
· Secretary
You may nominate yourself or another individual for any of these positions. You must be a paid member (for either 2014 or 2015) to vote for, or serve as, an Officer of the Association. Terms begin January 1, 2015 and end on December 31, 2015. GET YOUR 2015 MEMBERSHIP IN TODAY! (Attached)
Interested members are invited to contact the current Officers (listed at the bottom of this e-mail) to learn more about each position.
Please e-mail your nominations to Raj Parikh (RPa...@genovaburns.com) by TODAY, Monday, November 24, 2014 at 8 pm. Candidates are encouraged to submit a short statement, which will be circulated to members prior to voting.
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EVENT: American Immigration Lawyer Association (AILA) Chapter Symposium
When: December 1, 2014
Where: NY Marriott Marquis
Early Registration Deadline: Today, November 13th!!
CLE Credits: Up to 12 CLE credit hours including 1 Ethics and 1 Trial Skills Credit depending on the jurisdiction
See the e-mail below for more details!
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The SABA-NJ Executive Board
· President - Rajiv Parikh at RPa...@genovaburns.com
· Vice President - Rishi Desai at RDe...@lawesq.net
· Treasurer - Bhaveen Jani at bhav...@gmail.com
· Co-Secretaries - Rasika Chakravarthy at rchakr...@daypitney.com and Rekha Rao at rr...@lawesq.net
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Dear SABA NJ Members,
Interested in immigration law? Need year-end CLE credit? Looking to network with NY colleagues? Please register for the American Immigration Lawyer Association (AILA) Chapter Symposium to be held on December 1st at the New York Marriott Marquis! Eligible participants can receive up to 12 CLE credit hours, including 1 ethics and 1 trial skills credit depending on the jurisdiction. http://agora.aila.org/Conference/Detail/1021
This one day conference is designed to address complex and/or frustrating issues faced by practitioners, as well as offer a forum for government speakers to provide information to attendees. Come hear the latest news, trends and issues directly from government representatives, AILA liaisons, and leaders in the field, as well as learn tips to address those vexing issues we all face as immigration practitioners.
Topics to be covered include, among others:
· USCIS RFE trends and tips.
· Hot topics in I-601 waivers.
· Current issues faced by clients at the consulates and CBP.
· Essential tools for handling unaccompanied minor cases.
· Expansion of FDNS site visits – are your clients prepared?
· What recent BALCA and DOL FAQs can impact your PERM case?
· Law practice management – social media, fees & outbound immigration.
· Ethics credit too!!
Confirmed government representatives include:
Phyllis Coven, District Director, USCIS, DHS, New York, NY
Ashley B. Caudill-Mirillo, Deputy Director, New York Asylum Office, New York, NY
Robert E. Perez, Director, Field Operations, CBP, New York, NY
Christopher Shanahan, Director, New York Field Office, ICE, ERO, New York, NY
Frank Russo, Assistant Director of Field Operations, New York Field Office, USCBP, New York, NY
Randa Zagzoug, Immigration Judge, EOIR, New York, NY
Jesse Christensen, Immigration Judge, EOIR, New York, NY
*** With more invitations pending.
Save when you register by Thursday, November 13.
The immigration process can sometimes feel like a never-ending journey, filled with delays and unanticipated detours. This conference addresses the many possible routes available, including those that seem unclear, while providing tips and suggestions to help you navigate the immigration process. Don’t miss this great opportunity to hear the latest news and practical information from New York government officials and AILA liaisons, and to learn and network with colleagues.
View the complete conference program and review important registration, pricing, CLE, and hotel information; then register BEFORE Friday!
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