The Immigration Lawyers Podcast | Discussing Visas, Green Cards & Citizenship: Practice & Policy

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Meet the Minds Behind eimmigration and VISALAW.AI: An Exclusive Interview Philip Yadidian & Greg Siskind Jul 19, 2025

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At #AILA2025, I cornered Philip Yadidian and Greg Siskind—the people behind eimmigration by Cerenade—for a standing-room interview about how they're reshaping immigration law with AI.

💡 As the minds behind eimmigration and the groundbreaking Visalaw.AI, they're leading the charge in integrating case management with generative AI to save firms time, reduce errors, and revolutionize the practice of immigration law.

🎯 What we covered: ✅ The journey from floppy disks to cutting-edge SaaS and AI ✅ How eimmigration and Visalaw.AI are redefining legal workflows ✅ Real stories of how firms are saving hours every day ✅ A double bonus offer: 2 months FREE of both platforms

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An Exclusive Look: visalaw.ai & eimmigration's Groundbreaking Partnership - Interview with Joel Yadidian and Josh Waddell Jul 18, 2025

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🎙️ Blockbuster Partnership: VisaLaw.AI + eimmigration by Cerenade

Live from AILA 2025 in Denver, The Immigration Lawyers Toolbox® Podcast brings you an exclusive conversation about one of the biggest tech partnerships in immigration law. John Q. Khosravi, Esq., sits down with Joel Yadidian and Josh Waddell to discuss the groundbreaking integration between VisaLaw.AI and eimmigration by Cerenade.

💡 In This Episode, You'll Discover: ✅ How this collaboration came to life between two powerhouses in immigration technology ✅ Why seamless integration of AI and case management software is changing the game for law firms ✅ Insights from decades of experience at the forefront of legal tech innovation ✅ The future of immigration practice with generative AI at its core

🚀 Whether you're a solo practitioner or running a large firm, this episode gives you a front-row seat to how cutting-edge technology is redefining immigration law practice.

📌 Learn more and access resources for immigration lawyers at www.ImmigrationLawyersToolbox.com

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#387 Interview with Ruby Powers, Esq. [Round 3] Jul 17, 2025

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In this episode of The Immigration Lawyers Toolbox Podcast, host John Q. Khosravi, Esq. welcomes back the always insightful Ruby Powers, Esq., for a wide-ranging conversation on the challenges and opportunities facing immigration attorneys today.

Fresh from a major conference, John and Ruby dive into key takeaways about the evolving landscape of immigration law, including the surge in detained cases and the implications of recent court decisions. Ruby shares her frontline experience managing removal defense and navigating an increasingly complex detention system.

They also explore how law firms can leverage cutting-edge legal tech—from AI tools to email management platforms—to stay agile and efficient. With Ruby's expertise in law practice management (and as author of Power Up Your Practice), this episode is packed with practical advice for solo and small firm owners striving to grow and adapt in a turbulent environment.

Tune in for a candid, actionable discussion on:

The current surge in detention and what it means for practitioners
Selecting the right legal tech and vendor partners
Building resilience and systems to pivot with fast-changing immigration policies
Ruby's insights on leadership as secretary of AILA Texas/NM/OK and upcoming conferences

Whether you're scaling your firm, navigating removal defense, or looking for inspiration from one of the field's top thought leaders, this episode is not to be missed.

🎧 Listen now to sharpen your practice and empower your team.

#386 Interview w/ Flavia Lloyd Santos, Esq. [Round 2] Jun 16, 2025

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We sat down with powerhouse attorney Flavia Lloyd-Santos, Esq. to talk immigration, chaos management, law firm growth, and how AI is revolutionizing legal workflows.

💼 12-attorney team. 🧠 Harvard Law leadership training. ⚖️ From paralegal to powerhouse. #ImmigrationLaw #LegalTech #LawFirmLife #WomenInLaw #PodcastAlert

#385 Emergency Trump Immigration Updates w/ John Khosravi, Esq. [Round 2] Jun 14, 2025

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🎙 Episode 385 – Emergency Trump Immigration Update With the AILA Conference around the corner, John delivers an urgent update on sweeping developments in immigration law under the Trump administration. From aggressive ICE raids in cities like San Diego and Los Angeles to alarming policy shifts like the new travel ban targeting countries such as Iran and Venezuela, this episode unpacks the real-time impact on practitioners and clients alike. John also discusses troubling USCIS interview trends, biometrics surprises, TPS cancellations, and the growing risk of detention—even for clean adjustment applicants.

Sponsored by eImmigration by Cerenade, this episode also highlights its groundbreaking integration with VisaLaw.ai, empowering lawyers with advanced AI drafting tools. Plus, hear about John's new EB-1A course launching July 1 and his free white-label resources for immigration attorneys.

Check out: http://get.eimmigration.com/visalawai

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#384 Federal Court update w/ Kevin A. Gregg, Esq. [May. 2025] Jun 13, 2025

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🎙 Episode 384 – Monthly Federal Court Roundup with Kevin A. Gregg, Esq.

In this jam-packed episode, John Khosravi, Esq. welcomes back Kevin A. Gregg, Esq. for their monthly review of the latest federal court decisions impacting immigration law.

From high-stakes habeas victories to troubling ICE enforcement tactics—including a dramatic raid on a small San Diego restaurant—this episode pulls no punches. Kevin and John dive into key circuit court rulings, the evolving state of asylum law, and the unsettling political undercurrents shaping immigration policy and adjudication.

🧠 Topics include:

The legal implications of Oshaughnessy v. Hyde and Madawi v. Trump
Why habeas petitions are more critical than ever
What aggressive ICE detentions reveal about the system
The judiciary's evolving stance on consular nonreviewability
And how lawyers can stay sharp in this volatile legal landscape

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📢 Whether you're a seasoned litigator or new to immigration law, this episode delivers sharp insight, practical context, and a call to remain vigilant in the fight for justice.

#383 Interview w/ Janice Flynn, Esq. Jun 12, 2025

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Episode 383 – U.S. Immigration Law from London with Janice Flynn, Esq.

Join us as Janice Flynn, Esq. shares how she built a successful consular processing practice in London. From handling complex 212(d)(3) waivers to advising clients on navigating ESTA pitfalls and CBP scrutiny, Janice offers critical insights for any attorney practicing across borders. Featured in ILT Magazine Issue 9 [https://issuu.com/immigrationlawyerstoolbox/docs/ilt_magazine_issue_9/30]

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Full Episode: https://youtu.be/kFSx6K_FBpI

#382 Interview w/ Fiona McEntee, Esq. [Round 2] Jun 09, 2025

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Immigration attorney Fiona McEntee returns to discuss scaling a mission-driven law firm, navigating the Entrepreneur Parole program, and staying grounded through chaotic policy shifts. She and John explore O-1s for influencers, attorney wellness, hiring strategies, and the future of startup immigration law. A must-listen for immigration lawyers seeking both growth and balance.

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#381 Interview w/ Anna Sergeeva, Esq May 28, 2025

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Guest: Anna Sergeeva, Esq.

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#380 Top 10 Immigration Law Updates [May 2025] May 28, 2025

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