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.