Research Resources for Paralegals

Research Resources for Paralegals

Release Date: 7/23/2021
Available Only to AILA Members
Format Length CLE Eligible
Video Roundtable 60 min. No

This is a recording of an AILA University Video Roundtable, free for members, hosted on Friday, July 23 at 1:00 pm Eastern.

This session is offered for all AILA member paralegals in advance of the AILA Paralegals Conference to be held on August 17-18. For information on how to create a verified AILA member paralegal account, please see these instructions.

The Paralegals Conference is designed to give paralegals and legal assistants the practical skills and specialized information they need to assist their supervising attorneys effectively. This two day virtual conference features two separate tracks (Employment and Removal/Humanitarian) with beginner– and intermediate-level sessions. You can register for the conference here.

Discussion Topics

  • Key Resources Published by Government Agencies: USCIS Policy Manual, Foreign Affairs Manual (FAM), EOIR Manuals and Updates, Etc.
  • Free Resources Available Online from Nonprofit Organizations
  • AILA Research Resources

This roundtable is available only to AILA members and not CLE eligible. AILA University Video Roundtables are free learning opportunities for AILA members provided via a weekly schedule of live video programming for members to come together from across the country and world to discuss hot topics and network with colleagues in the field. Video Roundtables are part of AILA University programming and each session is hosted by faculty selected for their expertise.

Lillian S. Axelrod, AILA Paralegal Conference Committee Chair, Memphis, TN

Laura Embree-Lowry, AILA Online Editorial Associate, Austin, TX

The speaker's/author's views do not necessarily represent the views of AILA, nor do they constitute legal advice or representation. Practice tips provided are based on the speaker's/author's experiences and the current state of the law. Please be sure to conduct legal research and analysis for your unique situation as the law changes quickly and experiences may differ from your own.