About AILA Texas

Founded in 1946, the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) is a national bar association of attorneys who practice and teach immigration law. The AILA Texas Chapter includes among its members immigration attorneys from Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico, as well as other AILA members with an interest in practicing in those states.

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Chapter Volunteer Opportunities

We need attorney volunteer members to support chapter committees, programs, and events! If you are interested, please complete this 2026 Volunteer Interest Form. Volunteering is a great way to connect...

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AILA National – Pro Bono Clinic

AILA National is hosting its 15th annual AILA Pro Bono Clinic at the 2026 annual conference. Attendance at the conference is not required to attend the pro bono clinic. AILA...

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Recent News

New CLE Recordings

May 15, 2026

Recordings of the May chapter CLE and our most recent Thrive Thursday are available to view. Other CLE recordings from the past 12 months are also available in the Video and CLE library on the chapter website.
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Dallas EOIR Updates for May

May 15, 2026

Includes assigned clerks and SLAS/SUPV with emails for all judges, remote judges, and temp judges. Courtesy Dallas EOIR Liaison Amanda Doom.
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15th Annual AILA Pro Bono Clinic – VIRTUAL

May 15, 2026

AILA National's annual Pro Bono Clinic is Weds., June 10, at the annual conference in San Diego. Volunteers are needed for virtual consultations. Conference attendance is not required to participate in the pro bono clinic.
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Save the Date – Fall Chapter Conference

May 15, 2026

The 2026 AILA Texas/New Mexico/Oklahoma Chapter Fall Conference is coming to Santa Fe, New Mexico! 🌵 Mark your calendars to join us Wednesday, November 18 through Friday, November 20, 2026 at the beautiful Eldorado Hotel & Spa for programming on wellness, law practice management, and more. Details and registration coming...
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In the News – DACA Deportee Freed After Detainment

May 15, 2026

The Texas man was deported weeks before the birth of his child, then returned and detained again. Reproduced with permission from The Texas Tribune.
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