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Changes to Form I-9 and the Virtual Inspection Process: Top 5 Things to Know
As we previously reported, the Department of Homeland Security is making changes to Form I-9 and has created a permanent virtual I-9 document inspection procedure (“Alternative Procedure”). The most important takeaways from the DHS announcement are listed below. 1. A New Form I-9 DHS has announced that beginning August 1, 2023 employers may use the new version of the Form I-9. Use of the new Form I-9 will not be mandatory until November 1, 2023. The new Form I-9 is back to one page! 2. A Permanent Virtual I-9 Document Inspection Process (“Alternative Procedure”) DHS, in conjunction with a new regulation, has created a permanent virtual I-9 document inspection process (Alternative Procedure) that will be effective for employees hired on or after August 1, 2023. 3. The Alternative Procedure is Only Available to Qualified Employers The new virtual I-9 document inspection process is only available to Qualified Employers which, at a minimum, is an employer that is enrolled and in good standing in the E-Verify program. 4. Alternative Procedure May Be Used to Meet COVID-19 Flexibilities Deadline Qualified Employers may also utilize the Alternative Procedure in lieu of conducting a physical review of I-9 documents in order to meet the COVID-19 Flexibilities physical inspection […]
14 WR Immigration Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers’ “Best Lawyers in America”
WR Immigration is pleased to announce that 14 attorneys from across the firm’s seven offices have been selected for inclusion in the 2022 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: “Ones to Watch.” Special commendations to Partners Amanda Brown and Miki Matrician whose rankings have earned them the “Ones to Watch” distinction. The firm also commends Allison-Claire Acker, Farshad Owji, Lisa Yu, and Richard Yemm for their recent entry into the The Best Lawyers in America® publication. The Best Lawyers® selection process involves rigorous and comprehensive peer evaluation. The complete list of WR Immigration attorneys recognized as 2022 Best Lawyers includes: Allison-Claire Acker Amanda Brown Avi Friedman – Lawyer of the Year, Los Angeles, 2014 & 2016 Bernard P. Wolfsdorf – Lawyer of the Year, Los Angeles, 2012 & 2018 Cliff Rosenthal David R. Fullmer – Lawyer of the Year, Los Angeles, 2021 Farshad Owji Leslie Ditrani Lisa Yu Lorie L. Lunn Miki Matrician Naveen Rahman Bhora Philip C. Curtis – Lawyer of the Year, Boston, 2020 Richard Yemm WR Immigration is honored to have received recognition of its professional excellence by peers in the immigration practice area. The firm’s skilled attorneys combine innovative technology and high-touch service to create on-going value for clients.
