Description:
This comprehensive training program discusses the intricate dynamics of domestic and sexual violence within immigrant families and the immigration-related challenges encountered in family court cases. It provides legally accurate information on immigration law as it pertains to custody, divorce, and protection order cases. Furthermore, the program explores the range of immigration protections available to immigrant victims of crime and abuse.
Agenda:
Dynamics of Family Violence Experienced By Immigrant Victims, Immigration Relief for Victims of Crime and Abuse, and The Impact on Custody, Divorce and Protection Order Cases.
Faculty: Judge Rosemary Collins (Ret.), Judge Katherine Essrig, and Adjunct Professor Leslye E. Orloff
1. Identify the dynamics of domestic and sexual violence in immigrant families and the immigration issues presented in family court cases. 2. Distinguish among the various immigration protections available to immigrant victims of crime and abuse; and 3. Apply legally correct information about immigration law in custody, divorce, and protection order cases.
The State Court Judge’s Congressionally Created Roles in U Visa and Special Immigration Juvenile Status Humanitarian Immigration Relief for Immigrant Victims of Crime and Abuse
Faculty: Judge Rosemary Collins (Ret.), Judge Katherine Essrig, and Adjunct Professor Leslye E. Orloff
Analyze a judge’s role in cases involving children with SIJS and involving victims who may qualify for U Visa.
Improving Access to Justice
Faculty: Dr. Sujata Warrier, Adjunct Professor Leslye E. Orloff, Judge Rosemary Collins (Ret) and Judge Kathrine Essrig
Address barriers that impede access to justice for immigrant children and parents in family court cases.
Language Access, Violence Against Women Act Confidentiality’s Impact on Discovery, Immigrant Family Violence Victims Access to Public Benefits and Judicial Leadership Opportunities
Faculty: Adjunct Professor Leslye E. Orloff, Judge Rosemary Collins (Ret), Judge Kathrine Essrig and Dr. Sujata Warrier
Address barriers that impede access to justice for immigrant children and parents in family court cases – language access; 6. Apply VAWA Confidentiality laws when considering discovery motions. Differentiate among publicly funded benefits and services that are available through the federal and state government for immigrant children and victims of crime. 25 min; Discuss and analyze judges’ leadership opportunities related to immigration issues in family court.