Attorney Visits at Joe Corley: How Virtual (VAV) Visits Work and How to Schedule Them

VAV at Joe Corley uses Microsoft Teams for confidential attorney-client conversations. It's designed as a convenient alternative when travel, timing, or logistics make an in-person visit impractical - not as a replacement for face-to-face meetings.

VAV is strictly for legal work. Only legal representatives, legal assistants, and interpreters can participate. Family and friends can't join these sessions - even to help coordinate the call.

• ✓ Bar card (from any state)
• ✓ Or other documentation that demonstrates bar membership
• ✓ Be prepared to present the identification before the scheduled VAV meeting

Take this rule seriously. Violating the recording prohibition can lead to suspension or permanent revocation of your VAV privileges - and potentially affect future legal access for your entire office. Double-check that everyone on your side has recording disabled before connecting.

1. Set up an ERO eFile account - Joe Corley asks that standard virtual legal appointments be handled through ICE’s ERO eFile system.
2. Open the Detention Facility Appointment Scheduler - Once you’re in ERO eFile, use ICE’s Detention Facility Appointment Scheduler to request the VAV appointment.
3. Submit the appointment request - Enter the case/client details requested by the scheduler and send the request through the system.

Can't wait for the standard scheduling process? For exigent or emergency circumstances, email jcpcvav@geogroup.com to request a VAV appointment. Include enough case details to help staff identify the detained person and understand why it's urgent.

Practical Tips

• ✓ Confirm everyone attending is permitted (legal representative, legal assistant, or interpreter only); family and friends can’t join the VAV session
• ✓ Plan for Microsoft Teams on your end (device, audio, camera) so you’re not troubleshooting once the legal visit starts
• ✓ Line up interpretation needs ahead of time; interpreters are allowed to participate, and you may contact outside interpretation services during the session
• ✓ Have bar membership documentation ready to present before the appointment
• ✓ Remind everyone in your office: no audio or video recording during any virtual or in-person visit or any call with detainees

After submitting your request through ERO eFile, double-check the appointment details. Since Joe Corley routes scheduling through ERO eFile and ICE's Detention Facility Appointment Scheduler, confirming the time and connection info helps you avoid missed calls or last-minute confusion.