Virtual Legal Visits at Joe Corley: What Attorneys and Families Need to Know

VAV at Joe Corley uses Microsoft Teams for confidential attorney-client conversations. It's designed to improve access when an in-person trip isn't practical - but the facility makes clear that VAV doesn't replace in-person legal meetings.

Only legal representatives, legal assistants, and interpreters can participate in VAV sessions. Family members and friends aren't permitted to join, even if the detainee requests it.

ID and Bar Proof

• ✓ State bar card (from any state)
• ✓ Other available documentation that demonstrates bar membership

For standard appointments, schedule through ICE's ERO eFile system using the Detention Facility Appointment Scheduler. You'll need an ERO eFile account - register through ICE's ERO eFile registration page. Need to schedule urgently? Contact jcpcvav@geogroup.com to request help with an exigent VAV appointment.

1. Register for an ERO eFile account - Use ICE’s ERO eFile registration page to set up access.
2. Request the VAV appointment through the scheduler - Schedule the legal visit online using ICE’s Detention Facility Appointment Scheduler.
3. Use the exigent-contact email when it’s urgent - For an exigent circumstance, email jcpcvav@geogroup.com.

Interpreters can join VAV sessions if you need language support. You're also allowed to bring in outside interpretation services during the call - helpful when you need a specific language or dialect on short notice.

Joe Corley treats VAV as a confidential attorney-client meeting. A visitation officer will be stationed outside the confidential room during your session to maintain security. Recording is strictly prohibited. Legal representatives and staff cannot audio- or video-record any virtual visit, in-person visit, or call with detainees. Violations can result in suspension or permanent revocation of VAV privileges.

Video visitation at Joe Corley isn't limited to attorney-client meetings. The facility also uses it for other confidential interviews and special visitation purposes, depending on availability.