On July 6, 2020, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced modifications to the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) exemptions for F-1 and M-1 nonimmigrant students who will be taking online classes for the Fall 2020 semester due to the COVID-19 outbreak. These modifications could impact a company’s ability to employ F-1 students pursuant
Francisco O. Sanchez, a shareholder in the Miami office of global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A., has been appointed to the board of directors of Americans for Immigrant Justice (AI Justice) for a three-year term.
AI Justice’s mission is to protect the basic human rights of immigrants through a unique combination of free
Greenberg Traurig Shareholder Ian Macdonald is featured in SHRM discussing the recent Supreme Court ruling on the DACA program protecting Dreamers from deportation. In the article titled, “What the Supreme Court Ruling on DACA Means for Employers,” Macdonald addresses what the recent decision means for Dreamers and outlined recommended next steps for U.S. employers based
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s 150 lawyers ranked in The Legal 500 U.S. Guide 2020 include two members of its Northern Virginia office.
The London-based entity researches industry and practice areas to determine law firms and lawyers who provide “cutting edge and innovative advice to corporate counsel,” according to the publication.
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many U.S. Consulates and Embassies closed temporarily. As of June 20, 2020, some U.S. Consulates reopened, while others remain closed until further notice. Below is an outline of current openings:
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In March 2020, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued revised guidance on I-9 compliance in light of employer office closures around the country due to COVID-19. After extending this temporary guidance for 30 days in May, DHS has once again extended it an additional 30 days. The expiration date for these accommodations is
As you may have read, many media outlets and other sources are reporting that the Trump Administration plans to issue an additional Proclamation or Executive Order (EO) in the coming weeks that may suspend the entry of foreign employees or the issuance of nonimmigrant visas at U.S. Embassies and Consulates anywhere from 60 to 180
Anna H. Morzy and Jay Ruby, shareholders in the global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP’s Immigration & Compliance Practice, were each recognized by the National Law Journal (NLJ) with the 2020 Immigration Trailblazer award. The award recognizes movers and shakers in the legal industry who have made an impact in their sector
As summer approaches and countries begin to re-open, some companies and individuals are thinking about resuming international travel. If international travel is required for your work or other reasons, be prepared for strict restrictions and potential last-minute cancellations. This GT Alert provides considerations with respect to international travel amid the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.
On May 29, 2020, President Trump issued a proclamation (the “Proclamation”) suspending entry of citizens of the People’s Republic of China (“PRC”) who meet both of the following criteria: (A) the individual is seeking to enter the U.S. on F or J nonimmigrant status; and (B) the individual has an association with an entity