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...
by Rachel Maisano | May 24, 2023 | Human Resources Services
There’s a lot to accomplish when building a strong global mobility program for your company. Strong global mobility and immigration programs maximize outcomes and ROI; utilize efficient processes; leverage technology; stay compliant; achieve cost-savings; advance...
by Frank Alvarado | May 16, 2023 | Immigration Updates
In this edition, find the latest news on Title 42 ending, work authorization extensions, COVID-19 vaccine updates and more! Uncertainty Reigns as Title 42 Ends; Mayorkas Announces New Rule, Other Measures In response to reports of a potential surge of migrants at the...
by Frank Alvarado | May 15, 2023 | Immigration Updates
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced on May 4, 2023, that employers will have 30 days to comply with Form I-9, Employment Authorization Verification, requirements after the COVID-19 flexibilities sunset on July 31, 2023. ICE is encouraging...
by Rachel Maisano | May 15, 2023 | Announcements
WR Immigration’s Who’s Who Legal performance index rankings showcase our expertise in immigration law. WR Immigration Attorneys’ Who’s Who Legal Rankings WR Immigration is honored to announce that 11 attorneys have been recognized in the 2023...
by Rachel Maisano | May 13, 2023 | Immigration Updates
I have been Provisionally Accepted—Do I need a lawyer? A deceptively complex program involving a “lottery within a lottery”. By Bernard Wolfsdorf & Naveen Bhora The U.S. Department of State (“DOS”) has advised that: DV-2024 Entrants from last year) can...
by Rachel Maisano | May 10, 2023 | Announcements
WR Immigration Law’s Managing partner, Bernard Wolfsdorf, San Diego partner Kimberley Best Robidoux, and 2023/2024 incoming AILA President Farshad Owji have been selected for the 2023 Lawdragon® 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers list. This new guide recognizes...
by Rachel Maisano | May 9, 2023 | Announcements
How WR Immigration Uses AI to Build a More Personal Connection with Our Clients. By Charina Garcia, Strategy and Innovation Partner, WR Immigration In today’s fast-paced world, it’s no secret that technology has become an integral part of our lives. From...
by Frank Alvarado | May 9, 2023 | Global, Immigration Updates
In this look around the globe, find the latest immigration news regarding Australia’s Temporary Salary Migration Income Threshold , Canada’s federal worker’s strike, the Hague Convention on Apostilles and much more! But first, we start with this...
by Frank Alvarado | May 2, 2023 | Human Resources Services, Podcast
In this podcast, 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 review of 2022 visa report, the May Visa Bulletin, concurrent filing...
by Rachel Maisano | May 1, 2023 | Immigration Updates
After the Department of Labor’s Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) announced on April 21, 2023, that it will begin accepting the revised Form ETA-9089, Application for Permanent Employment Certification, in the Foreign Labor Application Gateway (FLAG)...
by Rachel Maisano | May 1, 2023 | Immigration Updates
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the results of the fiscal year (FY) 2024 H-1B initial registration period and expressed concerns about fraud. During the registration period for the FY 2024 H-1B cap, USCIS saw a significant increase in...
by Rachel Maisano | May 1, 2023 | Immigration Updates
In this edition, find the latest news on DOS Managing Regional Migration, USCIS Temporary Suspensions of Biometrics and more! DHS, DOS Announce New Actions to Manage Regional Migration On April 27, 2023, the Departments of Homeland Security (DHS) and State (DOS)...
by Frank Alvarado | Apr 28, 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 Rachel Maisano | Apr 26, 2023 | Announcements
WR Immigration, a leading global immigration law firm, has been shortlisted for the prestigious “Chambers D&I: Environment & Sustainability” award. This recognition highlights the firm’s commitment to promoting environmental sustainability. “We are...
