by Frank Alvarado | Jul 31, 2023 | Immigration Updates
In this edition, find the latest news on the 2024 H-1B Cap, the State Department’s third-party proposal, revised I-9 forms, and more! USCIS Will Conduct Second Random Selection for FY 2024 H-1B Cap U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced on July...
by Kimberly Robidoux | Jul 28, 2023 | Announcements, Human Resources Services, I-9
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...
by Kimberly Robidoux | Jul 28, 2023 | Announcements, Immigration Updates
As we previously predicted, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) has officially announced that it will conduct a second lottery of the H-1B cap registrations submitted in March 2023 for the FY2024 H-1B cap. Answers to common questions are...
by Bernard Wolfsdorf | Jul 27, 2023 | Announcements, Immigration Updates
An Additional 20,000-25,000+ Visas to Be Issued Update 7/28/2023: Please read our attorneys’ answers to frequently asked questions about the second-round H-1B lottery here. Clients and employers have been anxious to know if USCIS will conduct a second-round...
by Kimberly Robidoux | Jul 24, 2023 | I-9
Update 7/28/2023: Read our attorneys’ summary of key points about the new Form I-9 and Alternative Procedure here. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that a new version of the Form I-9 will be published on Tuesday, July 25 via the Federal...
by Frank Alvarado | Jul 17, 2023 | Immigration Updates
In this edition, find the latest news on the STEM Designated Degree Program, H-2B Applications, USCIS updates, and more! DHS Expands Eligibility for STEM Designated Degree Program The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has amended the DHS STEM Designated Degree...
by Laura Bloniarz | Jul 14, 2023 | Announcements, Family-based Visas, Immigration Updates
During our May and June webinars Charlie predicted many of the retrogressions which have occurred for August’s visa bulletin update. Below we will summarize the August Visa Bulletin for both Employment-Based and Family-Based schedules. Please register here to join us...
by Audrey Lustgarten | Jul 12, 2023 | Global, Immigration Updates
This month’s Global Immigration Update includes more immigrant-friendly developments from Canada, the European Union, Germany, and more! Canada: Expanded Work Permits, Digital Nomad Visas, and Fast-Tracked Applications As discussed in the June Global Immigration...
by Rachel Maisano | Jul 3, 2023 | Immigration Updates
In this edition, find the latest news on filing windows for H-2B applications, new H-2A hourly wage rates, the CIS Ombudsman annual report and more! Three-Day Filing Window Opens July 3 for H-2B Applications with October 1 Start Dates The Department of Labor’s...
by Frank Alvarado | Jun 27, 2023 | Video Resources
WR Immigration Director of Visa Consulting Charlie Oppenheim, Partners Charina Garcia and Joey Barnett, and Senior Attorney Laura Bloniarz came together for a combined Chatting with Charlie webinar to provide unique insights on green card application delays and...
by Rachel Maisano | Jun 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
As LGBTQ Pride Month comes to a close, June has been a time to celebrate the accomplishments, resilience, and diversity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community. As we revel in the progress made and honor the pioneers who fought for LGBTQ...
by Rachel Maisano | Jun 22, 2023 | Announcements
WR Immigration is honored to announce that Partner, Farshad Owji has been elected as the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) President for 2023. Boasting current memberships in the Florida, Minnesota, and District of Columbia bars, as well as the Istanbul...
by Frank Alvarado | Jun 21, 2023 | Announcements
We are thrilled to celebrate that WR Immigration was selected as a DEI Leadership Seal Silver tier recipient in the inaugural cohort of the State Bar’s DEI Leadership Seal program! This noteworthy accomplishment showcases WR Immigration’s unwavering dedication...
by Rachel Maisano | Jun 20, 2023 | Immigration Updates
In this edition, find the latest news on TPS Designation Extensions, USCIS Policy Updates for J Nonimmigrants, Travel Document E-Filing and more! DHS Reinstates, Extends TPS Designations for El Salvador, Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua The Department of Homeland...
by Frank Alvarado | Jun 20, 2023 | Immigration Updates
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released policy guidance on the eligibility criteria for initial and renewal applications for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD) in compelling circumstances. An applicant must meet the following eligibility...
by Frank Alvarado | Jun 20, 2023 | Uncategorized
Juneteenth is a momentous occasion commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. On this day, we celebrate the long-overdue recognition of freedom and acknowledge the resilience and strength of those who fought tirelessly to end...
by Frank Alvarado | Jun 15, 2023 | Global, Immigration Updates
In this look around the globe, find the latest immigration news regarding WR’s AILA appearance, Canada’s Express Entry permanent residence program and much more! But first, we start with this month’s WR Updates. WReview: WR Immigration at AILA’s...
by Rachel Maisano | Jun 12, 2023 | Uncategorized
We are thrilled to announce that Miki Kawashima Matrician, a Co-Managing Partner of WR’s Boston office, has been elected to the position of Chair-Elect of the New England Chapter of American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA New England) , effective June 1st,...
by James Pinedo | Jun 9, 2023 | Announcements
Chambers and Partners, a leading authority recognizing the top law firms around the globe, announced its 2023 USA rankings this week, and WR Immigration has again been recognized among the top corporate immigration law firms in the country. Leading the firm and the...
by Frank Alvarado | Jun 8, 2023 | Immigration Updates
This blog focuses on outlining the USCIS regulations regarding L-1A managerial or executive qualifications for new office applications and provides tips on how applicants can strengthen their applications. To qualify for L-1A classification, the applicant must...
by Frank Alvarado | Jun 6, 2023 | Video Resources
In this webinar, WR Immigration and Hirschfeld Kraemer LLP partner to discuss what employers need to know about U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s recent announcement of a new process to protect undocumented whistleblowers. At the complex intersection of...
by Frank Alvarado | Jun 5, 2023 | Immigration Updates
In this edition, find the latest news on USCIS Filing Tips, Affirmative Asylum Applications, Consular Fee Rule, updates and more! USCIS Releases Filing Tips for Supporters and Beneficiaries of Uniting for Ukraine and for Cubans, Haitians, Nicaraguans, and Venezuelans...
by Frank Alvarado | Jun 5, 2023 | Immigration Updates
The Department of Labor (DOL) is submitting to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval an Employment and Training Administration (ETA)-sponsored information collection request (ICR) for attestations for employers seeking to employ H-2B nonimmigrant...
by Frank Alvarado | May 31, 2023 | Video Resources
In this month’s Chatting with Charlie “April EB-5 Investor Visa Outlook,” WR Immigration Director of Visa Consulting Charlie Oppenheim and Partner Joey Barnett give an update on the investor visa program. Our team covers a range of topics including a...
by Frank Alvarado | May 25, 2023 | Video Resources
In this month’s Chatting with Charlie, Director of Visa Consulting Charlie Oppenheim, Partner Charina Garcia and Senior Associate Laura Bloniarz update HR professionals with the latest information from the June Visa Bulletin. They also take a deep dive into the...
