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Overview of U.S. Immigration & Citizenship Laws: Categories & Concepts


Average Rating:
   570
Available Credit:
Immigration |  General
Faculty:
Claude Ducloux |  Paul Parsons
Duration:
1 Hour 04 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Product Type:
On Demand
License:
Access for 365 day(s) after purchase.


Description

In this dynamic session, Immigration Attorney Paul Parsons collaborates with LawPay's Director of Education, Claude Ducloux, for a comprehensive overview of immigration law. The course covers individual categorization, employer-sponsored and family-sponsored immigration, and the nuances between immigrant and non-immigrant statuses. Mr. Parsons & Mr. Ducloux will specifically analyze various visa categories, visa restrictions, and the legal developments impacting immigration laws - emphasizing lawyers' ethical responsibilities in handling diverse immigration challenges. The presentation will also delve into waiting lists, priority dates, and ethical considerations in immigration processes - highlighting key economic studies and recent policy changes. Designed to furnish legal professionals with practical knowledge and ethical guidelines, this course aims to navigate the complexities of immigration law.

Credits


Alaska Credit Statement (MCLE Reciprocity may be available)

This activity may qualify for up to 1.0 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Alaska, including 1.0 hours General credit.


Arizona Credit Statement

The State Bar of Arizona does not approve or accredit CLE activities for the Mandatory Continuing Legal Education requirement. This activity may qualify for up to 1.0 hour toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Arizona, including 1.0 hours General credit. 

Do not return this form to the State Bar unless you are audited. You are only required to file the Affidavit of Compliance on an annual basis. 

THE STATE BAR OF ARIZONA DOES NOT MAINTAIN CLE RECORDS FOR ATTORNEYS. KEEP THIS IN YOUR CLE FILE.

REMINDER: To ensure compliance with Rule 45(f), Ariz.R.Sup.Ct., records of continuing legal education are to be maintained by the member for three years after the filing of your annual MCLE affidavit. Records may be maintained in an electronic format. Record retention requirements for other MCLE jurisdictions are the responsibility of the member to determine. 


State Bar of Arkansas Credit Statement

There are 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of California Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 is General Credit.


State Bar of Colorado Credit Statement

There is 1.2 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.2 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


Connecticut Credit Statement

This activity may qualify for up to 1.0 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Connecticut, including 1.0 hours General credit.


State Bar of Delaware Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit.


The Florida Bar Credit Statement

There is 1.2 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.2 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


Hawaii Credit Statement (under Approved Jurisdiction Policy)

This activity may qualify for up to 1.0 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Hawaii, including 1.0 hours General credit.


Idaho Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hours of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hours is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


Illinois Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


Indiana Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hours of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hours is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


Iowa Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is for General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of Kansas Credit Statement There are 1.0 hours of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hours are General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion. 
State Bar of Kentucky Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of Louisiana Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


Maryland State Bar

Certificate to show completion only.  MCLE is not required in Maryland.


State Bar of Minnesota Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion. 


State Bar of Mississippi

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit.


State Bar of Nebraska

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of Nevada Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


New Hampshire Credit Statement (Note: Sponsor has not requested course accreditation)

This activity may qualify for up to 1.0 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of New Hampshire, including 1.0 hours General credit.


State Bar of New Jersey Credit Statement

There are 1.0 hours of CLE credit, of which 1.2 hours are General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of New Mexico Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of Total CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit.  You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


New York Credit Statement (under Approved Jurisdiction Policy)

This activity may qualify for up to 1.2 hours toward your annual CLE requirement under New York's Approved Jurisdiction Policy, including 1.2 hours General credit.


Nonspecific Certificate of Attendance

Certificate of Completion only: 1.0 hours training completed. Sponsor has not sought accreditation.


State Bar of North Dakota Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hours of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hours is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of Ohio Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour(s) total CLE credit, which includes 1.0 hour(s) General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of Oklahoma Credit Statement

There are 1.0 hours of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hours are General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of Oregon Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hours of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


Pennsylvania Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit.


Rhode Island Credit Statement (Sponsor has not sought accreditation)

This activity may qualify for up to 1.2 hours toward your annual CLE requirement for the State Bar of Rhode Island, including 1.2 hours General credit.


State Bar of South Carolina Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of Tennessee Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of Texas Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hours of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hours is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


Vermont Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit.


State Bar of Virginia Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of Washington Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of West Virginia Credit Statement

There are 1.2 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.2 hours are General credit. You will receive the activity number on your certificate, issued upon completion.


State Bar of Wisconsin Credit Statement

There are 1.2 hours of CLE credit, of which 1.2 hours are General credit.


State Bar of Wyoming Credit Statement

There is 1.0 hour of CLE credit, of which 1.0 hour is General credit.



Handouts

Faculty

Claude Ducloux's Profile

Claude Ducloux Related Seminars and Products

Director of Education

Lawpay


Attorney at Law, Board Certified in Civil Trial and Appellate Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization; LawPay’s Director of Education, Ethics and State Compliance.

Claude E. Ducloux is an attorney licensed in Texas, Colorado and California who speaks nationally on legal ethics, law office management, and trial-related topics.  In 2011, he won the highest statewide award from the State Bar of Texas for lifetime contribution to CLE and has been invited to speak in more than 500 programs since January 1, 2016. Claude has served as course director and creator of numerous CLE institutes and advanced courses. 

Mr. Ducloux has a long legacy of bar service, including being President of the Austin Bar Association, and serving as Chair of almost every major bar-related entity, as well as the Texas Bar Foundation.  He is a board-certified civil trial and appellate attorney in Texas.