PRACTICE AREAS / Immigration Policy Optimization

At ICE WTF Law Firm, we help businesses develop and refine their corporate immigration policies to ensure compliance with evolving immigration laws and regulations. We create policies that are not only legally compliant but also adaptive to the shifting political and regulatory landscape.

Our comprehensive approach involves analyzing a company’s existing immigration practices, workforce, and internal policies; providing guidance on how to mitigate risks; and ensuring that the company stays ahead of regulatory changes that may affect their business operations.

Improving Immigration Compliance Policies

The first step is a thorough analysis of a company’s existing immigration policies. We assess whether the company is adhering to the current laws, regulations, and best practices. 

I-9 compliance is a critical part of any company’s immigration policy. We help our clients revise and update their I-9 compliance policies to meet the latest regulatory requirements. This way, our clients avoid penalties and fines from ICE audits and ensure that they are in full compliance with the law.

Another service we provide is H-1B Labor Condition Application (LCA) compliance. This is essential for employers of H-1B visa holders. Employers must comply with the requirements of the LCA, which is submitted to the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) as part of the H-1B petition process. We provide guidance on wage requirements and ensure that the company’s pay practices align with prevailing wage determinations. We also offer training for HR teams on LCA compliance and document retention to ensure ongoing compliance with the DOL's strict rules.

Staying Ahead of Regulatory Changes

The Trump administration’s immigration policies have led to changes in enforcement priorities, including increased focus on employers who are perceived to be hiring unauthorized workers or engaging in fraudulent immigration practices. We guide our clients in understanding the implications of policies such as: 

• Increased ICE investigations and audits at worksites.

• Heightened scrutiny of work visa programs, particularly H-1B visa holders.

• Executive orders impacting DACA recipients, Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holders, and humanitarian parole work authorization.

Given these changing dynamics, we help our clients stay prepared for potential shifts in enforcement and regulatory changes, ensuring that they are able to adapt to new policies that could affect their workforce and compliance obligations.

As part of our corporate immigration policy services, we analyze the company’s workforce for statuses that may be at risk due to changes in federal immigration policy. We help clients prepare for the potential impact of immigration legislation. We also provide guidance on how to best manage the retention of foreign workers by developing plans for transitioning employees to different visa categories or preparing for potential status adjustments.

Maintaining Compliance

At ICE WTF Law Firm, we help our clients navigate the complexities of immigration compliance, ensuring that they stay compliant with the constantly changing landscape of U.S. immigration law. By analyzing their current immigration policies, reviewing their workforce, updating their I-9 practices and ensuring H-1B LCA compliance, we provide comprehensive solutions to mitigate risks and improve their immigration-related practices. Our expertise helps our clients adapt to new regulations, stay prepared for potential enforcement actions, and create robust policies that safeguard their interests and their employees’ rights.