In light of the Coronavirus Omicron Variant, President Biden announced new travel bans for several African countries. Regardless of vaccination status, travelers from the following countries cannot enter the United States. Botswana Eswatini Lesotho Malawi Mozambique Namibia South Africa Zimbabwe Travelers who have been in these countries for 14 days prior to entering the United States Read More
The H-1B Program – Round #3
In March, I wrote a blog about the FY 2022 H-1B registration period. Basically, the H-1B program allows United Stated employers to temporarily employ international workers. The workers must fill jobs that require specialized knowledge in a particular area. Also, the worker must have bachelor’s degree or higher in the specific specialty. H-1B specialty occupations include fields such as architecture, engineering, Read More
Carol Williams Published in GPSolo Magazine
Carol Williams, Founder of Williams Immigration, published an article in the September/October 2021 issue of GPSolo Magazine. The theme of this edition is Build Your Web. Carol’s article, Blogging Through Your Website, discusses the benefits of blogging for attorneys. Specifically, Carol offers practical blogging tips and how to create appropriate content for a lawyer’s target audience. A publication of the Read More
Undocumented Workers to be Treated Differently Under Biden
Under the Trump Administration, there were many headlines about ICE raiding workplaces and arresting undocumented workers. According to some, Trump’s workplace raid policy was established as a punitive measure against these undocumented workers. As it often happens when there is a new administration, President Biden and his team have changed policies. As a result, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas Read More
The End of Travel Bans is in Sight
It’s true, the end of travel bans is in sight. The White House recently announced that it would ease travel restrictions on all fully vaccinated foreign visitors and United States citizens. With this announcement, the Biden Administration shifts from banning travel from specific countries to an individual approach. In other words, there will be no more bans purely based on geography. Previously, individuals from Read More
Should employees travel for the holidays?
The holidays will be here before we know it. Folks want to get away for some well-deserved downtime or visit with family and friends. Accordingly, some people travel for the holidays outside of the country. As an employer, should you be concerned that employees who travel outside of the country will not be able to return? Of course, you should! Even in normal times, there are concerns. For example, do your Read More
Carol Williams Named Treasurer of the Broward County Women Lawyers Association
Carol Williams, Founder of Williams Immigration, has been named Treasurer of the Broward County Women Lawyers Association for the 2021-2022 term. Prior to being named Treasurer, Carol was a Board Member for the past two years. She says, “I look forward to my continuing involvement in the Broward County Women Lawyers Association. We have a great team in place and will work to continue to serve our Read More
What Does TPS Mean for Employers?
Recently, individuals from Burma, Yemen and Somalia received TPS. So, what does TPS mean for employers? Let’s start at the beginning. What is TPS? TPS stands for Temporary Protected Status. According to immigrationforum.org, TPS is granted by the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security to eligible foreign-born individuals who are unable to unable to return home safely due to conditions or Read More
In the U.S. and Want to Go to College – The Process Has Been Streamlined
USCIS recently announced new policy guidance affecting foreign visitors who have decided they want to attend college in the United States. It is common for visiting foreign nationals to determine that they wish to pursue an education in the States. However, the process is not that simple. But there is good news. If you are in the U.S. and want to go to college, you no longer have to file bridge Read More
Why should employers care about the I-9 in 2021?
Despite ICE announcing that I-9 flexibility was extended through August 31, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be paying attention. Employers must care about the I-9!! What is I-9 Flexibility? Since the beginning of the pandemic, companies operating remotely have been able to inspect Section 2 Form I-9 documents virtually. In other word, over video link, by fax, or email. In April of this year, DHS clarified that Read More
