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News and Events | Corporate Immigration | Employer Compliance | Latest Changes in US Immigration Law
Government Shutdown – Immigration Impacts for Employers
The government shutdown primarily disrupts E-Verify and DOL filings, while USCIS remains open. Employers should continue all standard I-9 procedures, carefully document hiring during the shutdown, and adjust case timelines that depend on DOL certifications.
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Fiscal Year 2025 H-1B Cap Reached: What You Need to Know
USCIS has announced that the H-1B visa cap for fiscal year 2025 has been reached, including both the 65,000 regular cap and the 20,000 U.S. advanced degree exemption (master’s cap). For those…
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3 Maggio Kattar Attorneys Recognized in 2025 Best Lawyers® Listing
The 3 Maggio Kattar attorneys recognized by Best Lawyers® include managing shareholders John Nahajzer, Jim Alexander and Senior Attorney Meredith Jolie. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers®…
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USCIS to Conduct Second Random Selection for FY 2025 H-1B Cap
On July 30, 2024, USCIS announced it will conduct a second random selection for the FY 2025 H-1B cap. This process follows the initial selection in March 2024, which included…
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USCIS Receipt Notice Delays: What You Need to Know
In a recent announcement on X (formally known as Twitter), USCIS (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services) revealed that due to “an increase in applications” receipt notices for immigration filings may…
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Premium Processing Timeline Changes from “Calendar Days” to “Business Days”
For an additional fee, petitioners can significantly reduce the time USCIS will take to issue a decision on eligible petitions. An approved premium processing request will guarantee that USCIS will…
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FY 2025 H-1B Cap Initial Registration Selection Process Complete
USCIS has announced that the FY 2025 H-1B Cap Initial Registration Selection process is complete. Registrants can review their organizational accounts via myUSCIS to view the status of each registered…
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USCIS Will Extend The FY 2025 H-1B Cap Registration Period Through Noon, March 25, 2024
USCIS has announced that they will extend the FY 2025 H-1B Cap Registration period through noon, March 25, 2024. This extension from March 22 to noon Eastern on March 25,…
