The recent termination of the parole program for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans and Venezuelans (CHNV) by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and subsequent termination of work authorization for CHNV parolees, has...more
7/14/2025
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On Wednesday, June 4, the Trump administration announced a new executive order restricting travel to the U.S. by nationals of certain countries. These restrictions build on the travel bans introduced during the...more
6/6/2025
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As a follow-up to the April 14 update regarding the federal court’s temporary block on the Trump administration’s termination of the Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela (CHNV) parole program, a new ruling has now been issued...more
5/30/2025
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As federal immigration policy continues to shift, employers must remain attentive to developments that affect global talent management, work authorization and petition-based compliance. This eAlert highlights critical updates...more
A federal court is poised to temporarily block the early termination of the humanitarian parole program for nationals of Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua and Venezuela (CHNV), a move that could impact the legal status and work...more
4/14/2025
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The 2025 H-1B cap season is fast approaching, making it essential to prepare for this highly competitive process. The H-1B visa program allows U.S. employers to hire foreign professionals in specialty occupations, and demand...more
1/10/2025
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As employers of foreign national talent prepare for the return of President-elect Donald Trump to the White House in 2025, understanding the key immigration takeaways from his first presidency is more important than ever....more
11/8/2024
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It is once again time for employers to evaluate their H-1B needs as the annual filing season approaches. Despite continued strong demand for skilled workers, U.S. law places a yearly limit or “cap” on most new H-1B visas at...more