Feedback from the Early Career Immigration Lawyers Town Hall and Networking Social

  • May 08, 2024
  • Aqsa Nadeem, Newsletter Editor, OBA Citizenship & Immigration Law Section

We are thrilled to share the resounding success of our recent event, "Insights from the Early Career Immigration Lawyers Town Hall and Networking Social," held on March 20, 2024.Members of the Citizenship and Immigration Law Section Executive pose for a group photo at the Town Hall event

The turnout was phenomenal, with a strong presence from our young lawyers, fostering meaningful engagement and connections within the Immigration Bar community. A highlight of the evening was the dynamic "Ask Me Anything" panel, which provided invaluable insights and sparked enlightening discussions for all attendees.

Adding depth to the event were our focused group sessions, held immediately after the panel discussion.

The three sessions delved into critical areas of concern and interest for our members:

  • CPD Programming: This focus group discussed desired CPD programs for the coming year, identified knowledge gaps, and suggested skills to be addressed.
  • Advocacy: This focus group provided input on advocacy measures to improve the immigration system, addressing issues encountered in their practice.
  • Support Services: This focus group explored preferences for peer support services, aiming to identify ways the Section can better support its members.

Each focus group was expertly led by one of our esteemed panelists, ensuring that participant feedback was collected comprehensively. The insights gleaned from these sessions will play a pivotal role in shaping the future programming and advocacy efforts of the OBA.