Are You Prepared for Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Overview:
As Form I-9 enforcement has been stepped up under the current administration, an increasing number of employers are being penalized for I-9 compliance violations, including violations related to electronic I-9 systems. It is essential for employers to understand how to properly complete and retain I-9s whether by paper or electronically and understand the pros and cons of using electronic I-9 software. Balancing the compliance requirements of the law while avoiding discriminatory practices is key.The Knowledge Group has assembled a team of thought leaders to help you understand the compliance requirements as well as the pitfalls and resulting penalties faced by many employers. You will learn important information that will assist you in bringing your company into compliance before your company is served with a Notice of Inspection by ICE.Agenda:
- Best practices in completing and retaining paper I-9s:
- o Overview of the I-9 process
- o Common I-9 mistakes and how to avoid them
- I-9 Internal Audits – Why they are necessary and how to conduct one effectively:
- o Engaging outside counsel for assistance
- o Developing an I-9 remediation plan
- Avoiding discrimination in the I-9 compliance process
- Understanding Electronic I-9 systems
- o Pros and Cons of using electronic I-9 software
- o Specific DHS regulatory provisions
- o Responding to an ICE investigation involving electronic I-9s
- o Conducting due diligence in choosing a vendor
- Managing E-Verify through an Employer Agent
- o Agent’s responsibilities under the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
- o USCIS' Monitoring and Compliance Activities
- Preparing for the “New” Form I-9
- o Latest update concerning the revised “2-page” Form I-9
- o Important changes which may impact employer policies and procedures
- Civil and criminal penalties for I-9 and related violations:
- o Types of violations: technical/substantive I-9 errors, document abuse, knowing employment of unauthorized workers, unfair practices, and pattern or practice violations
- o Potential fine levels and other penalties
- Related criminal violations:
- o Harboring, smuggling, concealing, or transporting undocumented workers for financial gain
- o Trends in federal and state prosecutions
- Employees’ use of the U-1 immigration process based on claims of labor trafficking
- I-9 and E-Verify due diligence in vendor agreements and stock/asset acquisitions:
- o Use of third-party auditors
- o Wal-Mart style immigration provisions in vendor contracts
- o Adjustments to purchase price and clawbacks based on audit findings
- o Limiting buyer’s or seller’s liability
- Constructive knowledge versus actual knowledge liability:
- o How far does the duty to investigate extend?
- o Social Security no-match letters
- o Whistleblower and anonymous tips
- Participating in I-9 audits and ICE investigations involving unionized versus non-union workforces
Who Should Attend:
- HR/Benefits Professionals, Employment Law Attorneys & In-House Counsel - Senior Management - Human Resource Managers - Corporate Counsel - Risk Management Directors - Compliance Program Directors
Carol A. Friend chairs the Business Immigration Practice Group at Honigman and has over 15 years of experience providing employment-based …
John Fay is a business immigration attorney and technologist with a deep applied knowledge of I-9 compliance and E-Verify rules …
Aimee Clark Todd is Of Counsel at Troutman Sanders LLP. Her practice concentrates on business immigration, including temporary working status …
Angelo A. Paparelli is a partner in Seyfarth Shaw LLP practicing all areas of immigration law from offices in Los …
Course Level:
Intermediate
Advance Preparation:
Print and review course materials
Method of Presentation:
On-demand Webcast
Prerequisite:
NONE
Course Code:
124341
Total Credits:
2.0 CLE
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SPEAKERS' FIRMS:
About Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP
Honigman is a leading business law firm based in Michigan with an international practice. Headquartered in Detroit with offices in Lansing, Oakland County, Ann Arbor and Kalamazoo, the firm has attorneys practicing in more than 50 different areas of concentration. Honigman’s highly credentialed attorneys and staff, along with its customer-service focus, provide clients in a wide variety of industries timely and cost-effective counsel. For more information about Honigman visit www.honigman.com.
Website: https://www.honigman.com/
About LawLogix Group, Inc.
LawLogix assists millions of people every year through its innovative Electronic I-9 Compliance, E-Verify and Immigration Case Management Software. Founded in 2000, LawLogix is the trusted provider for many prestigious corporations that include 3M, Pfizer, Aon Corp, Cargill, US Airways, Highmark, McKesson, and one of the top five largest banks in the world. For more information about LawLogix and our suite of products, please visit the LawLogix website atwww.lawlogix.com.
Website: https://www.lawlogix.com/
About Troutman Sanders LLP
Troutman Sanders LLP is an international law firm with more than 600 lawyers and offices located throughout the United States and China. Founded in 1897, the firm’s heritage of extensive experience, exceptional responsiveness and an unwavering commitment to service has garnered strong, long-standing relationships with clients across the globe. Troutman Sanders lawyers provide counsel and advice in practically every aspect of civil and commercial law related to the firm’s core practice areas: Business Law, Energy and Industry Regulation, Finance, Litigation and Real Estate. With more than 50 practice groups focused on specific aspects of these areas, the firm is defined by its considerable knowledge base and proactive approach to addressing legal and business challenges. To learn more, visitwww.troutmansanders.com.
Website: https://www.troutmansanders.com/
About Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Seyfarth Shaw LLP (Website: https://www.seyfarth.com/
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