The Pen & Sword is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization where we believe in the power of legal education to ignite change, empower advocates, and champion justice. Rooted in the tradition of fierce advocacy and creative storytelling, we provide dynamic training beyond textbooks and theory. We equip attorneys and advocates with practical skills, the confidence, and the voice to make a lasting impact-whether in the courtroom, the community, or beyond.
Our Role
Starting under The Clinic at Sharma-Crawford Attorneys at Law, the nation’s first-ever Immigration Court Trial Advocacy College was born and paved the way for new and innovative training programs and conferences focused on hands-on trial skills for immigration practitioners. Transitioning into The Pen & Sword, in 2025, our focus remains to combine the sharp precision of legal expertise with the compelling art of storytelling. We believe that every case has a story, and every advocate has the power to tell it in a way that moves hearts, changes minds, and delivers justice. Through our programs and initiatives, we teach the craft of persuasive advocacy, blending strategy, skill, and passion.
Who We Serve
At The Pen & Sword, we’re committed to transforming the way immigration law is practiced, and we recognize that immigration practice doesn’t exist in a silo. We serve attorneys nationwide, whether they practice immigration or another area of law. Our goal is to provide immigration attorneys, other legal professionals, and advocates with the training and insight to navigate the complex intersection of immigration law with other areas like family law, criminal law, employment law, and more.