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Navigate the evolving landscape of immigration enforcement and protect your clients' rights in the legal system.
Immigration enforcement and policy continue to shift rapidly.
This program will provide a practical overview of the most significant immigration law and policy developments shaping legal practice since January 2025, to equip practitioners outside the immigration field with the knowledge to spot issues, mitigate risks, and better advise clients in a rapidly evolving legal landscape.
The content provides practical guidance for attorneys on identifying risks, preparing for potential emergencies, and navigating interactions with federal immigration agencies. It also addresses specific protections for noncitizens, such as the New York Protect Our Courts Act, and provides resources for finding legal representation and navigating complex immigration court procedures.
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The NYS Academy of Trial Lawyers is the largest statewide trial bar in the US with 5,700+ lawyer and judge members. We are committed to protecting, preserving and enhancing the civil justice system. Our highly acclaimed CLE programming features extraordinary presenters covering the most timely and important topics.
Associate General Counsel at Brooklyn Defender Services
Catherine M. Gonzalez is Associate General Counsel at Brooklyn Defender Services. She previously served as Supervising Attorney and Policy Counsel at Brooklyn Defender Services (BDS). As a member of the Padilla Unit in the Criminal Defense at BDS, she advised clients and attorneys about the immigration consequences of criminal and family court cases and represented non-citizens fighting to remain in the United States. Catherine also helped develop and guide city, state, and federal legislative and policy reforms across BDS practice areas related to immigration issues. Catherine began her work with BDS as a Staff Attorney in the Criminal Defense Practice representing indigent clients against criminal charges. Catherine received her Juris Doctor degree from Pace University School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts degree from New York University.