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 CLE – Adjustment of Status

Friday, October 30, at noon, join the chapter web-CLE: "The New Era of Adjustment of Status: Public Charge, Form I-485, and Affidavits of Support," with Ana Maria Schwartz, Principal, Schwartz...

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2026 Fall Chapter Conference

Register today to join us in Santa Fe, NM, for the 2026 Fall Chapter Conference. Check the agenda and learn more. Don't miss this great opportunity!

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Recent News

Free Virtual Consultation Clinic – Volunteers Needed

October 14, 2026

American Gateways and SA Stands are hosting a free virtual consultation clinic on Saturday, October 17. Volunteer training is TODAY, October 14, at noon. Please sign up to volunteer!
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Citizenship Workshop – JFAI & India House

October 12, 2026

Justice For All Immigrants and India House are co-hosting a citizenship workshop on Friday, October 16, starting at 9 a.m. Please volunteer if you can, and share widely!
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Alief Citizenship Help Fair – Please Volunteer

October 12, 2026

Alief ISD is hosting a Citizenship Help Fair on Tuesday, October 20, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Volunteers are needed. Please sign up today, and share widely!
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Learn More – AILA Standing Committee on Political Engagement

October 12, 2026

AILA members only - Learn more about the AILA Standing Committee on Political Engagement (SCOPE)
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Immigration Litigation Playbook – Mandamus Training

October 12, 2026

On Wednesday, October 28, former DOJ and DHS attorneys Ozlem Barnard and Enes Hajdarpasic are launching a webinar series about federal district court immigration litigation, starting with mandamus and APA cases. With growing backlogs, delays, and increasing concerns about NTAs, immigration attorneys need the skills and confidence to navigate. Prepare...
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Pro Bono Support for Children’s Immigration

October 9, 2026

The Galveston-Houston Immigrant Rights Project (GHIRP) urgently needs pro bono support for children under 12 facing deportation in Houston. Click here to read more about GHIRP's needs. Click here to search for GHIRP pro bono needs and express your interest. Unprecedented Need In a moment when the federal government has...
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Fall Chapter Conference in Santa Fe

October 8, 2026

Join us in Santa Fe, NM, November 18-20! Purchase tickets today to attend in-person or virtually through our online webcast. View the agenda and learn more!
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Candidate for Chapter Secretary

October 5, 2026

The Chapter Nominating Committee has recommended a candidate for Chapter Secretary. Nominations to run by petition for any office on the Executive Committee will be accepted through Tuesday, October 13.
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NPAP Training – FTCA & Section 1983 Claims Against ICE

October 5, 2026

October 8 & 9, the National Police Accountability Project will host a 2-day training/CLE in Austin, in-person and virtual, on building FTCA and Section 1983 cases against ICE. Open to advocates, organizers, and students, as well as attorneys.
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