Practice Pointer: Concurrent Employment and the H-1B Visa

In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, workplaces have changed dramatically. Many industries moved to full-time remote work, with greater flexibility. This flexibility, in combination…


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USCIS Updates Guidelines on Maximum Validity Periods for New Employment Authorization Documents for Certain Applicants

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced updates to the validity period for new Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) for qualifying applicants. The new…


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America COMPETES Act Passed by House, Includes Proposed Immigration Benefits

The U.S. House of Representatives passed the America Creating Opportunities for Manufacturing, Pre-Eminence in Technology, and Economic Strength (COMPETES) Act. The over…


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Diversity Visa Orders Challenged by Biden Admin

An order to process over 10,000 diversity visas is being appealed by the Federal government. The diversity visas have been on hold because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Winners from…


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Diversity Visa Winners Lawsuit Filed To Protect Interviews

Diversity Visa lottery winners from FY2022 filed a lawsuit claiming they have been denied interviews, which is the last step in their immigration process. The suit claims the…


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Practice Pointer: H-1B Visa and Multiple Projects with the Same Employer

In light of the Covid-19 pandemic, workplaces have changed dramatically. Many industries have moved to full-time remote work, with greater flexibility. This flexibility, in…


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Retiring Chief Justice Breyer Will Be Remembered as a Friend of Non-citizens

ILBSG recognizes the many contributions of retiring U.S. Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer. Justice Stephen Breyer announced his retirement after nearly thirty years as a Chief…


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STEM Employers Helped by Immigration Policy Changes

Ongoing demand for STEM talent, particularly for technology professionals, outpaces available qualified individuals in the U.S. For U.S. employers looking to fill roles in STEM…


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USCIS Announces H-1B Registration Period Opens on March 1, 2022

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced that the initial registration period for the fiscal year 2023 H-1B cap will open at noon Eastern on March 1 and run…


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Proposed New Startup Visa from Competition Bill

The America COMPETES Act of 2022, led by the U.S. House of Representatives, proposes to increase the availability of visas for startup founders, their essential employees, and…


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