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Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Navigating the New Era: Insights from “Back to the White House: The Next Trump Administration”

In the latest episode of Sheppard Mullin’s French Insider, a monthly podcast dedicated to guiding French investors and companies through the complexities of investing and operating in the United States, Sheppard Mullin’s...more

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Recent O*NET Updates May Impact PERM and H-1B Filings

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently updated its Occupational Information Network (O*NET), resulting in readjustments to the “Job Zones”—five articulated categories correlated with the levels of education, training,...more

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP

Digitalizing the UK Immigration System: eVisas

The UK government is in the process of digitalizing the UK Immigration System. All individuals currently holding a UK Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) are being invited to create a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) eVisa...more

Amundsen Davis LLC

How Will the Trump Administration Impact Your Business?

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The election results are in and many are wondering what to expect for business employment immigration. The news is full of stories about mass deportations, but scant on information about those legally in the U.S. working in...more

Gibney Anthony & Flaherty, LLP

USCIS Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 H-1B Cap Reached

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has reached the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 H-1B cap. USCIS conducted its initial H-1B cap lottery in March 2024, and employers with selected registrations had a...more

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USCIS Reaches FY 2025 H-1B Visa Cap

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that it has received enough petitions to meet the congressionally mandated caps for H-1B visas for fiscal year (FY) 2025. This includes the 65,000 regular cap...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

Breaking Up: Why U.S. Citizens Living Abroad Renounce Citizenship

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Approximately nine million U.S. citizens live or work abroad, and some want to renounce their U.S. citizenship. Many do so with regret but renounce to avoid various financial issues. Others consider themselves “accidental...more

Bond Schoeneck & King PLLC

Immigration Issues for Higher Education: Preparing For Whatever Comes Next

Immigration is a hot topic that was frequently referenced throughout the 2024 election cycle in the United States. While the recent election cycle has now ended, the focus on our immigration system continues. With a new...more

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP

USCIS Announces H-1B Cap Has Been Reached for Fiscal Year 2025

On December 2, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it has received enough petitions to meet the annual numerical allocation of 85,000 H-1B visas for fiscal year 2025 (FY 2025), which...more

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Avoid Rejection: Form I-693 Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record Is Now Mandatory When Filing Form I-485

To streamline the application process and reduce delays, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced new requirements for certain applicants seeking permanent residency in the United States. ...more

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

December 2024 Global Immigration Alert

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The Australian government has proposed changes to the temporary skilled worker framework through the introduction of a “Skills in Demand” (SID) visa....more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

TPS for Lebanese Nationals Now Official Through May 27, 2026

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In October, DHS announced that Lebanese nationals would be eligible for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). On Nov. 27, 2024, that became official. TPS has been granted for 18 months, from Nov. 27, 2024, through May 27, 2026....more

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Sneak Peek into the Trump 2.0 Administration Immigration Landscape

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President-elect Donald Trump has vowed “to carry out the largest domestic deportation operation in American history”, promising to declare a national emergency and deploy the military for enforcement. Building on the policies...more

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP

UK Immigration: Statement of Changes to Immigration Rules of 26 November 2024

On 26 November 2024, the UK government released its Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules. Key changes relevant to some of our clients are summarised below...more

Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP

If you’re traveling to the UK, be aware of the new rule

The United Kingdom has new travel authorization rules that will apply in 2025 to U.S. nationals (as well as others) under the Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme. Similar to the U.S. Electronic System for Travel...more

Jackson Lewis P.C.

Potential Shifts in Employee Benefits: A Guide for Employers Under Trump

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As we prepare for another change in Administration in the White House, it is crucial for employers and plan sponsors to stay informed and prepared. While much of what lies ahead is speculative, understanding these possible...more

Mintz - Immigration Viewpoints

Department of Homeland Security Designates Lebanon for TPS and Provides for DED-EAD Application

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the designation of Lebanon for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for a period of 18 months, and also established procedures for eligible Lebanese nationals granted Deferred...more

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP

Lebanon Designated for TPS

On November 27, 2024, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a notice in the Federal Register officially designating Lebanon for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months, starting the date...more

Baker Donelson

Employers Should Prepare for Immigration Raids

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It's no secret that President-Elect Donald Trump has intentions to carry out what he has called the largest mass deportation in U.S. history shortly after taking office. U.S. employers, particularly those in the...more

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USCIS Announces Lebanese TPS Registration

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The following announcement was issued by USCIS on November 26, 2024: Eligible Lebanese Nationals May Apply for TPS and Employment Authorization - WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security today posted a Federal...more

Cozen O'Connor

Cozen Currents: Can He Do That?

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“Entering office with four years of on-the-job training this time around, President-elect Trump and his advisors have a much better sense of how to manipulate the levers of government power – and they intend to push the...more

Guidepost Solutions LLC

[Webinar] Navigating I-9 Compliance in a Trump Era of Enforcement - December 11th, 12:00 pm EST

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Join industry leaders Bill Riley, Morgan Bailey, and John Shofi as they share actionable insights and strategies to help your organization prepare for an anticipated increase in government worksite enforcement actions under...more

Snell & Wilmer

Preparing for Immigration Changes Under the Trump Administration

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Employers need to be aware of anticipated changes to immigration policy under the new Trump administration and be prepared for the impact those changes may have on their workforce. All employers should make sure their I-9s...more

CDF Labor Law LLP

What’s Past is Prologue: Employment-Based Immigration in the Second Trump Administration

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Donald Trump’s 2024 campaign promised mass deportation, ending of birthright citizenship, and “sealing” the southern border. While Trump’s rhetoric is largely aimed at the undocumented population, his electoral victory will...more

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Leading Age Seeks Action on Senior Matters Before End of Congressional Session

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Leading Age, a community of nonprofit aging service providers, including long-term care organizations and hospices, is seeking congressional action before the swearing in of the incoming 119th Congress (on January 3, 2025),...more

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