A new year meant a new H-1B lottery season was just around the corner! We wanted to make sure everyone was fully prepared to navigate the FY 27 H-1B cap season with confidence. This webinar answered all the key questions about the H-1B Cap lottery so attendees knew exactly what to expect. Managing Partner David...
While many companies that hire foreign talent for their U.S. offices, or those looking to expand to the U.S., see headlines that create doubt about the success of moving teams or hiring foreign talent, this is not the case. We have routinely succeeded in finding a path to hire or achieve business entry in almost...
2025 was unlike any other year in the history of immigration in the U.S. While the initial focus was on detention and removal of undocumented populations, the focus shifted in key ways. From major policy changes during the first year of the Trump administration’s return to office to new discussions about potential H-1B filing fees...
The Proclamation, signed on September 19, 2025, continues to have a significant impact on Cap-exempt institutions when hiring key foreign-born employees. University, public, and private school budgets generally cannot support the $100k per-use H-1B filing fee, which in many cases has halted the hiring of essential talent. In light of this unprecedented change, it is...
As we entered 2026, it was time to prepare for the H-1B lottery season. This webinar helped attendees navigate the process with confidence and addressed key H-1B Cap questions. David Zaritzky Brown, our Managing Partner, provided expert insights on: Who should be included in the H-1B Cap process How the H-1B process works Key details...
2025 was disruptive, with more likely to follow in 2026. New rules and policies reshaped how companies hire and manage talent, making the landscape more complicated than ever. This year’s trending topics included stricter visa vetting, updated filing rules, evolving work authorization requirements, and increased compliance responsibilities for both employers and employees. Managing Partner David...
Due to popular demand, we hosted another live session of our 2026 H-1B Cap webinar. For those who missed the first session or wanted a refresher, this session provided expert guidance on navigating the year’s H-1B lottery season with confidence. Managing Partner David Brown covered: Who should be included in the H-1B Cap process How...
This webinar was designed for employees navigating the 2026 H-1B Cap lottery. All current employees we manage were invited to this event, as well as individuals considering cap sponsorship. Managing Partner David Zaritzky Brown walked attendees through the Cap process step by step, covering key topics such as filing timelines, travel considerations, contingency planning, and...
Join us as we discussed contingency options for employees not selected in the 2026 H-1B Cap lottery. Unfortunately, every year we had applicants who, through no fault of their own, failed to receive a Cap acceptance and needed an alternate solution. Managing Partner David Zaritzky Brown outlined the H-1B Cap selection process, provided insight on...
Managing Partner David Zaritzky Brown and Supervising Attorney Barbara Vaz discussed contingency planning for employees not selected in the 2026 H-1B lottery. The session focused on leveraging Canadian immigration programs to maintain workforce continuity and retain skilled U.S. employees. David and Barbara explained why Canada was an attractive alternative, covering shared time zones, immigration pathways,...
With the “surge” in enforcement that happened in Minneapolis ending and the Trump Administration receiving criticism for its heavy-handed enforcement approach, we expected a pivot in strategy back to employment compliance targeting. Staying current remained key to reducing risk, avoiding fines, and protecting your organization’s reputation. Managing Partner and Founder David Zaritzky Brown provided a...
With the H-1B cap registration period closed and selections expected to be announced soon (or just announced), many employers and foreign national employees asked what happened if they were not selected in that year’s lottery. Uncertainty around the process made advance planning essential. Managing Partner David Zaritzky Brown hosted a focused overview of the H-1B...
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