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Visa & Immigration Solutions To Nursing Home Staffing Mandates (Video)
Nursing homes across the country are struggling to meet Federal (and often State) nursing staffing levels due to staffing shortages. Join Greg Berk, Lourdes Martinez, Andrew Desposito and Carmen Jule as they provide an overview of different employment-based sponsorship requirements for employers, types of visas (employment based and others), and common visa sponsorship scenarios, considerations and pitfalls. The content of this article is intended to provide a general guide to the subject matter.
A Primer On Navigating The Conrad 30 Immigration Program
By Andrew Desposito and Greg Berk (October 1, 2024, 5:49 PM EDT) -- In much of the U.S., the window to apply to the Conrad 30 program opened on Oct. 1, as it does so each year, to address the historical shortage of physicians in various practice areas.... Law360 is on it, so you are, too. A Law360 subscription puts you at the center of fast-moving legal issues, trends and developments so you can act with speed and confidence.
A Primer On Navigating The Conrad 30 Immigration Program
By Andrew Desposito and Greg Berk · October 1, 2024, 5:49 PM EDT In much of the U.S., the window to apply to the Conrad 30 program opened on Oct. 1, as it does so each year, to address the historical shortage of physicians... To view the full article, register now.
A Primer On Navigating The Conrad 30 Immigration Program
ADVERTISEMENT Don't want ads? Subscribe or login now. By Andrew Desposito and Greg Berk (October 1, 2024, 5:49 PM EDT) -- In much of the U.S., the window to apply to the Conrad 30 program opened on Oct. 1, as it does so each year, to address the historical shortage of physicians in various practice areas.... A Law360 subscription puts you at the center of fast-moving legal issues, trends and developments so you can act with speed and confidence.
Having Trouble Recruiting Physicians? The Conrad 30 Window Is Opening Soon
The U.S. has long had a shortage of physicians in various practice areas. The shortage is even more pronounced in rural areas. International medical graduates (IMG's) who come to the U.S. to complete a residency in a specialty area primarily come to the U.S. on J-1 visas. By statute, any physician who enters the U.S. on a J-1 must return home for 2 years before applying for H-1B status or permanent residency. In an effort to address this issue, Congress passed the Conrad 30 bill in 1994.
Having Trouble Recruiting Physicians? The Conrad 30 Window is Opening Soon | JD Supra
The U.S. has long had a shortage of physicians in various practice areas. The shortage is even more pronounced in rural areas. International medical graduates (IMG’s) who come to the U.S. to complete a residency in a specialty area primarily come to the U.S. on J-1 visas. By statute, any physician who enters the U.S. on a J-1 must return home for 2 years before applying for H-1B status or permanent residency. In an effort to address this issue, Congress passed the Conrad 30 bill in 1994.
Having Trouble Recruiting Physicians? The Conrad 30 Window is Opening Soon
The U.S. has long had a shortage of physicians in various practice areas. The shortage is even more pronounced in rural areas. International medical graduates (IMG’s) who come to the U.S. to complete a residency in a specialty area primarily come to the U.S. on J-1 visas. By statute, any physician who enters the U.S. on a J-1 must return home for 2 years before applying for H-1B status or permanent residency. In an effort to address this issue, Congress passed the Conrad 30 bill in 1994.
Having Trouble Recruiting Physicians? The Conrad 30 Window is Opening Soon
The U.S. has long had a shortage of physicians in various practice areas. The shortage is even more pronounced in rural areas. International medical graduates (IMG’s) who come to the U.S. to complete a residency in a specialty area primarily come to the U.S. on J-1 visas. By statute, any physician who enters the U.S. on a J-1 must return home for 2 years before applying for H-1B status or permanent residency. In an effort to address this issue, Congress passed the Conrad 30 bill in 1994.
EXPERT INSIGHTS-DHS RELEASES NEW FORM I-9 AND VIDEO VERIFICATION PROCEDURE: GUIDANCE AND CHECKLISTS FOR BUSY EMPLOYERS
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DHS Releases New Form I-9 And Video Verification Procedure: Guidance And Checklists For Busy Employers
Listen to this post On August 1, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") released a new Form I-9. The previous one was issued in 2019 and expires on October 31, 2023. In addition, DHS recently announced enhanced remote verification flexibility using video for E-Verify employers, both for clean-up of I-9s created during the pandemic and going forward.
DHS Releases New Form I-9 and Video Verification Procedure: Guidance and Checklists for Busy Employers | JD Supra
August 4, 2023 Greg Berk, Andrew Desposito, Christine Doyle, Lisa Harris Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP + Follow x Following x Following - Unfollow Contact To embed, copy and paste the code into your website or blog: On August 1, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) released a new Form I-9. The previous one was issued in 2019 and expires on October 31, 2023.
DHS Releases New Form I-9 and Video Verification Procedure: Guidance and Checklists for Busy Employers
On August 1, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) released a new Form I-9. The previous one was issued in 2019 and expires on October 31, 2023. In addition, DHS recently announced enhanced remote verification flexibility using video for E-Verify employers, both for clean-up of I-9s created during the pandemic and going forward.
DHS Announces New Form I-9 and Remote Verification for E-Verify Employers
The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) announced on July 21, 2023 they will publish a revised version of Form I-9 on August 1, 2023. DHS also announced an enhanced remote verification flexibility using video for E-Verify employers, both for clean-up of I-9s created during the pandemic and going forward.
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DHS Announces New Form I-9 and Remote Verification for E-Verify Employers | JD Supra
The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) announced on July 21, 2023 they will publish a revised version of Form I-9 on August 1, 2023. DHS also announced an enhanced remote verification flexibility using video for E-Verify employers, both for clean-up of I-9s created during the pandemic and going forward. Key Changes to the I-9 Form to Be Published on August 1 Employers can use the current Form I-9 (10/21/19) through Oct. 31, 2023 Starting Nov.
DHS Announces New Form I-9 and Remote Verification for E-Verify Employers
The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) announced on July 21, 2023 they will publish a revised version of Form I-9 on August 1, 2023. DHS also announced an enhanced remote verification flexibility using video for E-Verify employers, both for clean-up of I-9s created during the pandemic and going forward. Key Changes to the I-9 Form to Be Published on August 1 Employers can use the current Form I-9 (10/21/19) through Oct. 31, 2023 Starting Nov.
ICE Announces July And August Deadlines For Employers: Preparing For The DHS Planned Sunset Of The COVID Pandemic Remote I-9 Verification Accommodations - General Immigration - United States
The Department of Homeland Security ("DHS") announced on May 4, 2023 a planned end to the COVID-19 remote I-9 flexibility. The flexibility ends on July 31 and prior pandemic I-9s must be remediated by Aug 30, 2023. Therefore, employers should act quickly to review and remediate I-9s that were verified remotely in the past three years. Recommended Procedures for Remediating I-9s Completed Remotely: Create a list of all of the company's new hires from March 20, 2020 to date.
ICE Announces July and August Deadlines for Employers: Preparing for the DHS Planned Sunset of the COVID Pandemic Remote I-9 Verification Accommodations | Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP - JDSupra
The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) announced on May 4, 2023 a planned end to the COVID-19 remote I-9 flexibility. The flexibility ends on July 31 and prior pandemic I-9s must be remediated by Aug 30, 2023. Therefore, employers should act quickly to review and remediate I-9s that were verified remotely in the past three years. Recommended Procedures for Remediating I-9s Completed Remotely: Create a list of all of the company’s new hires from March 20, 2020 to date.
EXPERT INSIGHTS—DHS Announces That Employers Should Continue to Use the Current I-9 Form After the Oct 31, 2022, Expiration
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DHS Announces That Employers Should Continue to Use the Current I-9 Form After the Oct 31, 2022, Expiration | JD Supra
The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) announced on October 11 that employers should continue to use the current I-9 form after the October 31, 2022, expiration date. DHS will advise when the new I-9 form is operational. They first need to publish a notice in the Federal Register. The next generation form is rumored to be shorter.
DHS Announces That Employers Should Continue to Use the Current I-9 Form After the Oct 31, 2022, Expiration
The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) announced on October 11 that employers should continue to use the current I-9 form after the October 31, 2022, expiration date. DHS will advise when the new I-9 form is operational. They first need to publish a notice in the Federal Register. The next generation form is rumored to be shorter.
U.S. Visas For Ukrainians And Russians: Navigating The Maze
United States: U.S. Visas For Ukrainians And Russians: Navigating The Maze 15 March 2022 by Greg L. Berk , Christine L. Doyle and Andrew Desposito Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com.
U.S. Visas for Ukrainians and Russians: Navigating the Maze | JD Supra
When the Russian army entered Ukraine on February 24, 2022, that set in motion panic for family and friends in the U.S. and the need to quickly explore visa options for their loved ones in the Ukraine, Russia, and neighboring countries.
U.S. Visas for Ukrainians and Russians: Navigating the Maze
When the Russian army entered Ukraine on February 24, 2022, that set in motion panic for family and friends in the U.S. and the need to quickly explore visa options for their loved ones in the Ukraine, Russia, and neighboring countries.
Annual H-1B Visa Lottery Opened On March 1, 2022
United States: Annual H-1B Visa Lottery Opened On March 1, 2022 07 March 2022 by Greg L. Berk , Andrew Desposito and Christine L. Doyle Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. For employers who need to hire foreign national talent for STEM or other hard-to-fill positions, an important immigration deadline is around the corner.
Annual H-1B Visa Lottery Opened on March 1, 2022 | JD Supra
For employers who need to hire foreign national talent for STEM or other hard-to-fill positions, an important immigration deadline is around the corner. The electronic H-1B lottery application window started on March 1 and ends on March 18 at 12 noon EST / 9 am PST. If you desire to have one or more candidates entered into the H-1B lottery, please let immigration counsel know by March 10.
Annual H-1B Visa Lottery Will Open on March 1, 2022
For employers who need to hire foreign national talent for STEM or other hard-to-fill positions, an important immigration deadline is around the corner. The electronic H-1B lottery application window starts on March 1 and ends on March 18 at 12 noon EST / 9 am PST. If you desire to have one or more candidates entered into the H-1B lottery, please let immigration counsel know before March 1.
Annual H-1B Visa Lottery Will Open On March 1, 2022
United States: Annual H-1B Visa Lottery Will Open On March 1, 2022 09 February 2022 by Greg L. Berk , Andrew Desposito and Christine L. Doyle Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. For employers who need to hire foreign national talent for STEM or other hard-to-fill positions, an important immigration deadline is around the corner.
Annual H-1B Visa Lottery Will Open on March 1, 2022 | JD Supra
For employers who need to hire foreign national talent for STEM or other hard-to-fill positions, an important immigration deadline is around the corner. The electronic H-1B lottery application window starts on March 1 and ends on March 18 at 12 noon EST / 9 am PST. If you desire to have one or more candidates entered into the H-1B lottery, please let immigration counsel know before March 1.
For employers who need to hire foreign national talent for STEM or other hard-to-fill positions, an important immigration deadline is around the corner. The electronic H-1B lottery application window starts on March 1 and ends on March 18 at 12 noon EST / 9 am PST. If you desire to have one or more candidates entered into the H-1B lottery, please let immigration counsel know before March 1.
Sheppard Mullin Travel Checklist ‒ New Vaccination Travel Restrictions For Entry Into The United States: Air And Land Rules Effective November 8, 2021 - Coronavirus (COVID-19) - United States
To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com. Prior COVID-19 Travel Bans Repealed as of November 8, 2021 On October 25, 2021, President Biden announced the suspension of the COVID-19 travel bans from Brazil, China, India, Iran, Ireland, the Schengen Area, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. Previously, a National Interest Exception waiver was required.
Sheppard Mullin Travel Checklist ‒ New Vaccination Travel Restrictions for Entry Into the United States: Air and Land Rules Effective November 8, 2021 | Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP - JDSupra
Prior COVID-19 Travel Bans Repealed as of November 8, 2021 On October 25, 2021, President Biden announced the suspension of the COVID-19 travel bans from Brazil, China, India, Iran, Ireland, the Schengen Area, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. Previously, a National Interest Exception waiver was required.
Sheppard Mullin Travel Checklist ‒ New Vaccination Travel Restrictions for Entry Into the United States: Air and Land Rules Effective November 8, 2021 - LexBlog
Prior COVID-19 Travel Bans Repealed as of November 8, 2021 On October 25, 2021, President Biden announced the suspension of the COVID-19 travel bans from Brazil, China, India, Iran, Ireland, the Schengen Area, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. Previously, a National Interest Exception waiver was required.
NIE’s Now Good for 1 Year, More on Navigating the Travel Ban Jungle: National Interest Exception Checklist for the U.S. COVID Travel Bans
On July 6, 2021 the U.S. State Department publicly announced that the travel ban waivers related to the world-wide pandemic will now be good for 1 year and multiple entry. The effective date of this new decision is June 29, 2021. Previously they were only good for 30 days and a single entry. In addition, those that have received a waiver in the past may now use it for 12 months if it was granted after June 29, 2020.
NIE’s Now Good for 1 Year, More on Navigating the Travel Ban Jungle: National Interest Exception Checklist for the U.S. COVID Travel Bans | JD Supra
On July 6, 2021 the U.S. State Department publicly announced that the travel ban waivers related to the world-wide pandemic will now be good for 1 year and multiple entry. The effective date of this new decision is June 29, 2021. Previously they were only good for 30 days and a single entry. In addition, those that have received a waiver in the past may now use it for 12 months if it was granted after June 29, 2020.
Navigating The Travel Ban Jungle: National Interest Exception Checklist For The U.S. COVID Travel Bans
United States: Navigating The Travel Ban Jungle: National Interest Exception Checklist For The U.S. COVID Travel Bans 05 July 2021 by Greg L. Berk (Los Angeles) , Christine L. Doyle (Los Angeles), Karl Buhler (Los Angeles) and Andrew Desposito (Los Angeles) Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton Your LinkedIn Connections with the authors To print this article, all you need is to be registered or login on Mondaq.com.
Navigating the Travel Ban Jungle: National Interest Exception Checklist for the U.S. Covid Travel Bans | JD Supra
The travel bans imposed by the U.S. Government during the Covid-19 national pandemic created enormous logistical challenges for anyone seeking to fly to the U.S. from a country on the travel ban list. Even today, there is still a great deal of confusion regarding who is subject to the travel ban, what are the exceptions, and how to go about applying for a National Interest Exception (NIE) waiver. The checklist below is intended to help simplify an albeit complicated process.
Navigating the Travel Ban Jungle: National Interest Exception Checklist for the U.S. Covid Travel Bans
The travel bans imposed by the U.S. Government during the Covid-19 national pandemic created enormous logistical challenges for anyone seeking to fly to the U.S. from a country on the travel ban list. Even today, there is still a great deal of confusion regarding who is subject to the travel ban, what are the exceptions, and how to go about applying for a National Interest Exception (NIE) waiver. The checklist below is intended to help simplify an albeit complicated process.
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