Workforce Compliance for In-House Counsel: I-9 Audits and Investigations under the New Administration

With federal immigration enforcement ramping up, employers must ensure they are fully compliant with hiring authorization, verification, and record-keeping requirements. The current administration has prioritized workplace immigration enforcement, leading to an increase in audits and investigations by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In-house legal teams play a critical role in helping their organizations navigate this heightened scrutiny, mitigate risk, and respond effectively to enforcement actions.

Join us on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 12pm ET / 9am PT as Derek Illar and Allison Bustin of Eckert Seamans provide key insights on employer obligations, ICE audits, and best practices for ensuring compliance with federal immigration laws.

Discussion Topics Include:

• Employer Legal Obligations: Understanding the requirements for hiring authorization, verification, and record-keeping.
• Navigating ICE Audits and Investigations: What to expect during an enforcement action and how to respond effectively.
• Compliance Strategies: Proactive steps employers can take to reduce risk and maintain compliance.
• Best Practices for Handling Enforcement Actions: Practical guidance for preparing your organization for potential audits.

Who Should Attend

This program is designed for in-house counsel, HR professionals, and legal teams responsible for employment verification and immigration compliance. Attorneys advising on workplace enforcement risks and best practices will find this session particularly valuable.

There is NO COST to attend this program!

This program is FREE thanks to our gracious sponsor, Eckert Seamans! If you can’t make it to the live program, the recording will be available for viewing via our paid CLE library, In-House Connect On-Demand!