On Nov. 7th, Hammond Law Group will host an immigration seminar specifically designed for IT companies. The seminar will be held in NYC at the Helmsley Hotel. For more info visit the HLG web-site.
Archive for October, 2008
HLG to host NYC seminar
Wednesday, October 15th, 2008TN Admission Period Now Three Years
Wednesday, October 15th, 2008The USCIS has increased the admission period from one year to three years for Canadian and Mexican nationals. The rule also provides three year extensions for qualifying workers. TNs can be issued by Border Officers or if the worker is in the US, by the USCIS.
TN visas are available for dozens of Canadian and Mexican workers. The full list of acceptable jobs can be accessed here: http://www.nafta-sec-alena.org/DefaultSite/index_e.aspx?DetailID=167#Ap1603.D.1
The three year period is also expected to add extra practical flexibility for Canadian and Mexican nationals who are seeking US permanent residency (green cards). Please contact your HLG attorney if you are interested in discussing the applicability to your immigration matter.
Free Immigration Seminar for IT Employers
Monday, October 13th, 2008Hammond Law Group is pleased to announce a free immigration seminar for employers of foreign nationals on Friday, November 7, 2008 from 8:30am -12:30pm at the New York Helmsley Hotel in New York City.
WHERE?
The New York Helmsely Hotel
212 East 42nd Street
New York City, 10017
EVENT FEE*
The event is FREE to all clients and friends of the firm.
There is no charge to attend, but registration is required.
AGENDA
- H-1 How To
Tips, strategies and advice for meeting itinerary requirements, proving
your positions meet the specialty occupation definition, dealing with
security delays, being prepared for a DOL LCA audit, and avoiding the
common pitfalls made by IT companies.- Specialized Knowledge and the L-1b Visa
Strategies for getting the USCIS to recognize specialized knowledge.
Defining the real requirements of the law and trying to understand why
the USCIS hates IT companies.
Psst… USCIS policy does not equal law.
- PERM – Follow the Bouncing Ball
A discussion of DOL memos and policy changes.
How to use the PERM program to keep your company competitive.
A Fun journey though the minefield called PERM.WHO WILL ATTEND?
Owners, general counsel, human resources professionals, recruiters, CEO’s, and other stakeholders in the employment of foreign national employees.
REGISTRATION (Online Registration Deadline is October 28, 2008)
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOWAlthough online registration is strongly recommended, we understand it is not always possible. You may also register by telephone at (513) 381-2011.
- Specialized Knowledge and the L-1b Visa
Kellogg Language- USCIS taking flexible approach
Thursday, October 9th, 2008HLG has received inside information that the USCIS may start to relax its interpretation of the Kellogg Language (i.e. “Any suitable combination of education, training or experience is acceptable”) and when it must be added to an application. A source of constant ambiguity, the addition or subtraction of this “magic language” from labor certification applications has consistently led to confusion and headache. According to the case, the Kellogg Language is only required where there are primary as well as alternative requirements and then only if the alien is already employed by the employer and the alien does not meet the primary job requirements and only potentially qualifies for the job by virtue of the employer’s “alternative” as opposed to its “primary” requirements. Although this statement seems straightforward, its interpretation by the Dept. of Labor and USCIS have been varied to the point of inconsistency. Petitioners and Attorneys alike have the hope that one day this language and when it must be added will once and for all be decided, announced and followed by both the USCIS and Department of Labor when processing labor certification applications and I-140 petitions. We will keep you posted on this issue.