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Registration and Scholarships

ORLANDO IS THE PLACE TO BE IN 2023!

Continued Change, New Opportunities, New Challenges

The AILA Annual Conference and Webcast on Immigration Law continues to be your source for the most up-to-date, comprehensive immigration law programming. This premier event will unite the brightest minds in immigration law to connect over our shared passions and learn new tactics and strategies that will carry our practices into the future.  

  • Discover the hottest family– and business-related issues and learn how to deal with them 
  • Receive tips and how-to guidance on removal proceedings and federal court litigation 
  • Learn what’s new in the asylum and humanitarian areas
  • Gain new insights during our government agency open forums
  • Hear the latest in law practice management and legal technology 
  • Take care of yourself and your practice with new wellness sessions 

Annual Conference Scholarships


The scholarship application deadline has passed.

FOR NEW MEMBERS AND FIRST-TIME ATTENDEES

Annual Conference Navigator Program

Get the most out of your AC23 experience! The Annual Conference Navigator Program is designed to help first-time attendees, particularly new AILA members, navigate the Annual Conference while getting to know others who are new to AC23. 

Attendees who sign up for the Conference Navigator Program will be assigned to a group led by an Annual Conference veteran/actively involved AILA member who will help first-time attendees get the most out of their AC23 experience.

The sign-up period for the Navigator Program has ended.

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AWARD CEREMONIES, PARTIES, AND MORE NOT TO MISS

Tickets for Special Events

Visit our Attendee Announcements page to learn more.

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HONORING IMMIGRATION RIGHTS ADVANCEMENT

2023 Immigration Impact Awards

Be a part of an exciting night filled with immigration heroes, old friends and new, and celebrating our creative writing contest winner.

After days packed with information and education during the Annual Conference, you can wind down, dress up, and enjoy yourself with friends and colleagues at this inspiring celebration.

Date: Friday, June 23, 2023
Time6:00 PM ET – 10:00 pm ET 
Location: Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center

Purchase your ticket when you register for the Annual Conference. Sponsor packages with unique branding opportunities are available here. Please contact Laura Jennings for more information. 

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PRESENTED BY THE AILA CENTRAL FLORIDA CHAPTER*

The 2nd Annual Superheroes 5K Run for Justice

Organized by the AILA Central Florida Chapter*, the 2nd Annual Superheroes 5K Run for Justice will take place at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center on Friday, June 23, at 6:30 AM. Lace up your running shoes and be part of this event, which will benefit the American Immigration Council and the Orlando Center for Justice. 

Send your FIRM NAME with LOGO to abentley@gunster.com and courtney@magnoliaimmigrationlaw.com by May 20, 2023 for the race t-shirts.

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HIT THE DANCE FLOOR!

AILA Saturday Night Party — Bring a Guest!

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This year’s conference will conclude with a lively celebration on Saturday, June 24, starting at 8:00 pm at the House of Blues in Disney Springs. Join us for an evening of food, drinks, music and more! Shuttles will be provided from the Gaylord Palms and conference Disney Resort hotels.

Schedule

  • 6 pm–Midnight: Shuttles between all AILA hotels and Disney Springs. Enjoy time on your own at Disney Springs before the AILA event.
  • 8 pm:  AILA Saturday Night Party at the House of Blues Starts with Dinner Buffet (while supplies last)
  • 8:30 pm-9:30 pm – Motown Madness Band: Go back to the good old days, enjoy an incredible evening of high-energy, interactive entertainment provided by the most talented impersonators in the world (Stevie Wonder, Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin, and The Blues Brothers), performing with a soulful Motown band.
  • 9:30 pm-11 pm – DJ and Dancing

Admission to this event is free for Annual Conference attendees. If you are bringing a guest, please purchase their ticket with your AC23 registration.

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*The chapter and affiliate events are listed as a courtesy to AILA conference attendees and the chapters and affiliates hosting those events. AILA has no responsibility for the organization or management of those events, including but not limited to health and safety protocols related to COVID-19. Anyone attending a chapter or affiliate event assumes all risks arising from such attendance. Please contact the chapter or affiliate for more information about their events.
 

THERE'S MORE TO DO IN ORLANDO

Make It a Double Feature by Attending These Orlando Events ahead of AC23 

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2023 AILA Paralegals Conference & Webcast 

June 19–20, 2023 
Orlando, FL • Disney’s Contemporary Resort 


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  • Checkmark Access to conference recordings so that you don’t have to miss a thing

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2023 AILA/GMS Annual Global Migration Forum

June 19–20, 2023
Orlando, FL Disney’s Contemporary Resort


  • Checkmark The latest global migration updates
  • Checkmark Cutting-edge strategies
  • Checkmark Numerous networking opportunities
  • Checkmark Expert panelists from around the world

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Making Associates the Leaders of Tomorrow: An AILA Management Workshop

June 19–20, 2023 
Orlando, FL • Disney’s Contemporary Resort


  • Intensive and interactive small-group learning experience
  • Actionable insights on marketing, finance, operations, and leadership
  • Fundamentals of leadership
  • Dealing with distractions, difficult people, and discouraging outcomes