Best Practices for Drafting Refugee BOC Narratives
CILA is excited to invite you to our upcoming CLE webinar, “Best Practices for Drafting Refugee BOC Narratives.”
This essential session is designed to provide immigration and refugee lawyers with practical tips and strategies for preparing Basis of Claim (BOC) narratives for refugee clients. Whether you’re new to refugee practice or looking to refine your skills, this webinar will help you better support your clients through the refugee claim process.
Program Details:
Date: Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM ET
Registration: Free for CILA Members and Law Students; Open to eligible Non-Members.
What You’ll Learn:
This session will cover key topics related to the preparation and use of BOC narratives, including:
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The role of the BOC narrative in refugee claims
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RPD rules regarding BOC filing and requests for extensions
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How RPD members assess BOC narratives
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Techniques for obtaining complete and accurate client information
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What to include in the narrative
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How and when to make amendments to the BOC
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How to address client-generated narratives and the use of AI
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Key case law regarding omissions from the BOC narrative
Expert Speaker:
Maureen Silcoff, Refugee Lawyer and Former IRB Member, Silcoff, Shacter
Maureen Silcoff brings her expertise as both a practicing refugee lawyer and a former member of the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB). Her practical insights will be valuable for both beginner and experienced practitioners seeking to strengthen their refugee practice.
Why Attend?
This webinar is the third installment in CILA’s new six-part CLE series, “The ABC’s of Representing Refugees.”
It is ideal for immigration lawyers who want to improve their narrative preparation skills, understand what RPD members are looking for, and stay current with best practices.
Register now to secure your spot and gain invaluable insights into this crucial stage of refugee representation!
We look forward to having you join us for this important session!
