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Amanda R. Goodman
Immigration Attorney, Ogletree Deakins
Overview of Recent U.S. Immigration Policy Changes
Why It Matters:
This presentation highlights key shifts in U.S. immigration policy that directly impact global mobility, workforce planning, and compliance for U.S. employers. Topics include evolving regulations on employment-based visas, increased enforcement and worksite audits, executive orders under legal challenge, and new compliance mandates for non-citizen employees. HR leaders will gain insights into how these changes affect visa processing, I-9 verification, international hiring, employee travel, and internal compliance strategies. Staying ahead of these developments is critical to mitigating risk and maintaining operational continuity.
Key Topics Covered:
- Recent Shifts in U.S. Immigration Policies
- Impact on Employment-Based Visas
- Executive Orders and Legal Challenges
- Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
- DHS Non-Citizen Registration Requirement
- Travel Considerations and Border Policy
- Employee Travel and Interview Waiver Eligibility
- Forecasting Potential Travel Bans and Consular Closures
- Increased Emphasis on Enforcement
- Worksite Enforcement Actions
Bio
As a trusted advisor to multinational corporations, financial
institutions, universities, hospitals, startups, and individuals, I bring
over fifteen years of experience navigating the complexities of U.S.
immigration law. My expertise spans all phases of non-immigrant and
immigrant visa classifications, with a proven track record of managing
high-stakes, time-sensitive cases that drive results for clients across
diverse industries.
Education
J.D., New York Law School, 2007
B.A., St. Lawrence University, 2004
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- Recent Shifts in U.S. Immigration Policies
- Impact on Employment-Based Visas
- Executive Orders and Legal Challenges
- Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
- DHS Non-Citizen Registration Requirement
- Travel Considerations and Border Policy
- Employee Travel and Interview Waiver Eligibility
- Forecasting Potential Travel Bans and Consular Closures
- Increased Emphasis on Enforcement
- Worksite Enforcement Actions