AILA S. FL July Luncheon: AILA Nat'l Conference Hot Topics & Bond Practice

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! July Luncheon featuring Nat’l Conference Hot Topics and Bond Practice in 2026: Updates, Trends & Tips.
About this Event

You will not want to miss our July IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL General Membership Meeting and Luncheon! 07/08/2026

Location: Jungle Island and Virtual (ZOOM)

Topic: National Conference Hot Topics and Bond Practice in 2026: Updates, Trends & Tips

On behalf of the Luncheons Committee, we invite you to our JULY Luncheon.

Join us for the AILA South Florida July Luncheon, featuring two timely and practical panels designed to help immigration practitioners stay informed, prepared, and connected.

This month’s luncheon will begin with National Conference Hot Topics, where panelists will discuss key takeaways, updates, and practice pointers from the AILA National Conference. This panel will highlight important developments, emerging issues, and conversations that immigration practitioners should have on their radar.

We will then turn to Bond Practice in 2026: Updates, Trends & Tips, a practical panel focused on current bond practice, strategic considerations, and tips for attorneys representing detained clients. Panelists will share insights on recent trends, common challenges, and ways to better prepare for bond-related matters in today’s changing immigration landscape.

Sponsor information will be announced soon.

You will not want to miss it!

FEATURED PANELISTS:

• Alexandra Friz-Garcia, Esq.
• Carolina A. Collado, Esq.
• Christine J. Alden, Esq.
• Elina Santana, Esq.
• Jacob L. Ratzan, Esq.
• Juliana G. Lamardo, Esq.
  

📅 AGENDA

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Check-in, networking & lunch service
12:00 PM – 12:05 PM | Chapter Announcements
12:05 PM – 1:05 PM | Panel 1: Nat’l Conference Hot Topics
1:05 PM – 2:00 PM | Panel 2: Bond Practice in 2026: Updates, Trends & Tips

WHAT TO EXPECT:
1st PANEL: National Conference Hot Topics

The AILA National Conference always brings important conversations, updates, and practice insights to the forefront. This panel will highlight key takeaways from the conference and discuss how those developments may impact immigration practice in the months ahead.

Panelists will share practical observations, important updates, and timely points for AILA South Florida members who want to stay current on national trends and emerging issues.

Confirmed Panelists:

• Christine J. Alden, Esq.
• Elina Santana, Esq.
• Jacob L. Ratzan, Esq.

2nd PANEL: Bond Practice in 2026: Updates, Trends & Tips.

Bond practice continues to be one of the most important and evolving areas for attorneys representing detained clients. This panel will provide practical updates and guidance for practitioners handling bond matters before the immigration courts.

Panelists will discuss current trends, preparation strategies, common issues, and practical tips to help attorneys better advocate for their clients in bond-related proceedings.

Confirmed Panelists:

• Alexandra Friz-Garcia, Esq.
• Juliana G. Lamardo, Esq.
• Carolina A. Collado, Esq.

NETWORKING OVER LUNCH:

Meet new colleagues, swap practice tips, and grow your referral circle while enjoying the buffet (vegetarian & gluten-free included).

PARKING FEE: $15.00 (reduced from $20.00)

CLE: Pending

REGISTRATION ONLINE :

• $30.00 South Florida Members (in person OR online);
• $45.00 for Non South Florida AILA Members and Non AILA Members (in person or online)(must be accompanied by a member)

REGISTRATION AT THE DOOR :

• $35.00 Members
• $50.00 for Non-Members (must be accompanied by a member).
• Must be paid with Credit Card.

IN-PERSON LOCATION: JUNGLE ISLAND, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132 (Doors will open at 11:30 am for in person attendees.)

ZOOM: IMPORTANT INFOMATION - Read Carefully

• Zoom link will be sent via Eventbrite message to all registered person ONCE registration closes on Friday at 12:00PM the week BEFORE the event.
• Zoom live streaming will start at 11:45 am.
• To ensure you receive the link, please remember to enter your email address correctly and make sure you purchase a VIRTUAL (not in person) Ticket.
• Always check your spam folder or mark the Eventbrite email as "not junk".
• On the day of the event, if you have any difficulty, please email [email protected].

CANCELLATION AND MODIFICATION POLICY:

• Reservations, cancellations, and requests to modify your ticket from IN-PERSON to ONLINE must be received no later than 11:00 AM EST 7 days before the luncheon. NO EXCEPTIONS.
• Requests to modify your "online" ticket to "in person" access will be accepted at the Door on the day of the event and has a penalty fee of $10.
• If you make a reservation and do not make your request to modify your "in person" or "online" access, or cancel by the deadline by the deadline above, you WILL BE charged for the luncheon even if you do not attend.
• If you are having technical difficulties with registering for the event, please contact [email protected].
• If you miss the registration deadline due to technical difficulties, you will be required to register at the door on the day of the event and pay the on-site registration fee.

COVID-19 Health and Safety Information and Protocols

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 and its variants (herein referred to as "COVID-19") exists in any public place where people are present. AILA South Florida ("AILA S.FL") will follow the applicable COVID-19 health and safety measures put into effect for the time of the luncheon by federal, state, and local public health and government officials.

Assumption of Risk & Agreement:

By registering for and attending the luncheon, you voluntarily agree to the following:

• To assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
• To accept primary responsibility for taking steps to protect yourself from contracting COVID-19.
• To follow all federal/local public health and government guidelines on COVID-19 health and safety in effect at the time of the luncheon.
• To fully comply with any health, safety, and other policies instituted by AILA S.FL and the venue while attending the luncheon, including any modifications and/or enhancements of health and safety protocols.
• To wear a mask at all times as directed by AILA S.FL, including but not limited to in the luncheon spaces except while eating or drinking. Speakers need not mask while presenting.
• If required by AILA S.FL, either (i) provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19, or (ii) submit negative COVID-19 test results obtained within 72 hours of first day of attendance. **Fully vaccinated means it will have been two weeks since your final dose of the Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine. If you received the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, this means it has been two weeks since your second dose, and if you received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, this means it has been two weeks since your first dose.
• To pay for all costs and expenses if you contract COVID-19 or test positive for COVID-19 while at the luncheon , including but not limited to costs related to a mandatory or voluntary quarantine (hotel, food and beverage), medical care, transportation to and from a medical facility or hospital, and changes in travel plans.
• Luncheon services may be modified or curtailed at any time if necessary or appropriate to meet COVID-19 health and safety practices.
• If you do not abide by the terms and conditions of attendance in effect at the time of the luncheon (as determined in AILA S.FL's sole discretion), you will not be permitted to enter the luncheon and participate in person, or (if the luncheon has started) you will be refused further admission.
• AILA S.FL reserves the right to cancel your luncheon registration at any time and for any reason, and provide you with the applicable refund, in its sole discretion. If cancellation is for your failure to abide by the terms and conditions of attendance, you will receive no refund.
• Under no circumstances shall AILA S.FL, its officers, directors, employees, and contractors be liable to you for any injury, damages, claims, liabilities, costs, expenses, or other loss of any kind (including death), arising in any manner from COVID-19 or otherwise arising from your attendance at, or participation in, the luncheon.
• You agree that this Liability Waiver & Release of Claims does not supersede or limit any applicable law limiting or barring the liability of AILA S.FL, its officers, directors, employees, and/or contractors from any claims related to COVID-19.

We hope you can make it!

Cheers,

Luncheons Committee, AILA South Florida

Agenda

🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Check-in, networking & lunch service
🕑: 12:00 AM - 12:05 PM
Chapter Announcements
🕑: 12:05 PM - 01:05 PM
National Conference Hot Topics

Info: The AILA National Conference always brings important conversations, updates, and practice insights to the forefront. This panel will highlight key takeaways from the conference and discuss how those developments may impact immigration practice in the months ahead.

Panelists will share practical observations, important updates, and timely points for AILA South Florida members who want to stay current on national trends and emerging issues.

Confirmed Panelists:
-Elina Santana, Esq.
-Christine J. Alden, Esq.
-Jacob L. Ratzan, Esq.

🕑: 01:05 PM - 02:00 PM
Bond Practice in 2026: Updates, Trends & Tips

Info: Bond practice continues to be one of the most important and evolving areas for attorneys representing detained clients. This panel will provide practical updates and guidance for practitioners handling bond matters before the immigration courts.

Panelists will discuss current trends, preparation strategies, common issues, and practical tips to help attorneys better advocate for their clients in bond-related proceedings.

Confirmed Panelists:
-Alexandra Friz-Garcia, Esq.
-Juliana G. Lamardo, Esq.
-Carolina A. Collado, Esq.