Name: Navigating the Storm: Hot Topics and Rapid Shifts in Asylum Law
Start: 2026-09-03T09:00:00-0500
End: 2026-09-03T10:00:00-0500

Navigating the Storm: Hot Topics and Rapid Shifts in Asylum Law

Thursday September 3, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am CDT

Junior Ballroom

In an era of "constant changes in immigration enforcement and asylum law," practitioners must remain agile. This session analyzes "hot topics" in asylum litigation, with a focus on Texas-specific challenges and recent appellate decisions. Presenters will discuss emerging trends in "particular social group" (PSG) definitions, the impact of shifting border policies on credible fear interviews, and strategies for managing high-volume asylum dockets without compromising the "zealous representation" of vulnerable individuals.

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Andani Alcantara Diaz

Katya Perez

DOJ Accredited Representative, RAICES

I am an attorney originally from Mexico City and have lived in San Antonio, Texas for many years. In order to further support my professional work, I pursued a Master's degree in Social Justice, which complements both my legal background and my work in RAICES as a legal representative.Having... Read More →

Carmen Pina

Supervising Attorney, RAICES

Carmen Virginia Pina is an immigration attorney currently serving as Supervising Attorney. She has more than eight years of experience representing individuals in both removal defense and affirmative matters. Throughout her career, she has worked extensively with vulnerable populations... Read More →

Thursday September 3, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Junior Ballroom

Immigration Law

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