This Equity in Justice (EIJ) CLE will discuss the recent increase in immigration enforcement in NM, the impact it has on immigrant families, and guidance on how NM attorneys can support immigrant families in preparing documents for potential worst-case scenarios. By presenting Know Your Rights information and discussing Powers of Attorney, Caregiver Affidavits, and Kinship Guardianship options, attorneys can help immigrant families avoid losing their assets, property, and even their children in the case of detention or deportation.

This Equity in Justice CLE will also cover cultural humility information and trauma informed practices that attorneys can utilize to be more effective in working with immigrant populations, as well as ways legal practitioners can become more involved in supporting equity in justice.

Presenters:

• Julia Barnes, Esq. (NMILC Pro Bono Attorney and Family Law Practitioner)

• Delaney Swink (NMILC Director of Volunteer/Pro Bono Services and Fundraising)

• Cointa Najera (NMILC Paralegal/Pro-Bono Coordinator for Family Preparedness)

This training is eligible for 1 EIJ CLE Credit.

All attorneys attending this CLE have the opportunity put their skills into practice by providing brief advice about Power or Attorney, Childcare Affidavits, or Kinship Guardianship at an upcoming Family Preparedness Clinic. No immigration law experience necessary!