Comment: Various Items
Today's Immigration Daily features many items of interest. 2 articles on H1B and EB5 respectively, bloggings on refugees, EB5 and I-9 and a CRS report, plus more than a dozen job postings. Please scroll down for the item(s) of interest to you.

Article: Inductive Reasoning In A Qualitative Analysis For EB-5 Purposes By Joseph P. Whalen

Article: ABC's of H-1B [Part VIII] BY Michael Phulwani David Nachman and Rabindra K. Singh

Blogging: Immigrants of the Day: Nadia Kasvin and Tatyana Mindlina - Refugee Workers By Greg Siskind

Blogging: What is the Advertising Strategy for EB-5 Project in China? By Gregory Finkelson

Blogging: OSC Settles Document Abuse Case Against Janitorial Company; by Bruce Buchanan

News: CRS Report on Unauthorized Aliens Residing in the United States

Focus: Engaging Potential Corporate and Individual Clients:
Are you an Immigration Law Firm; with an express interest in expanding your client base? If your answer is yes, then ILW would like to invite you to learn more about our Domestic Events designed to put you in front of HR, C level executives of corporations and high value individual clients like Physicians.

ILW will customize an domestic marketing event that will be exclusive to your organization and will be tailored to generate business directly for your firm.

We have successfully planned and executed these domestic marketing events multiple cities assembling both corporate and individual audiences for our clients.

We specifically research and target the corporations and individual clients you are seeking, and guarantee the attendance of qualified individuals.

What We Offer:

  • Guaranteed attendance of only specific qualified individuals that meet the criteria speficied by the firm.
  • Finely tuned filtration and scrubbing process to ensure the proper quality of attendees and mitigation of "free information only" attendance.
  • Complete strategic planning of all logistical implementation related to: travel schedule, hotel accommodations, program itinerary, refreshments, event marketing, event advertising, translation services, securing of venue, presentation aid assistance, post event follow ups and provision of contact information of attendees to presenting client post event.
  • 100% exclusivity: We only execute events for individual clients one at a time in order to completely eliminate any instance of competition on the day of presentation.
  • Organic leads: we ensure to only invite brand new attendees for our events in order to exclusively provide our clients with fresh leads as opposed to recycling contacts made from past events.
  • An intimate ambiance: we purposely guarantee a minimum number of attendees per event in order to ensure all questions are answered thoroughly and that direct contact is established between the presenter and potential clients. In addition, we ensure that each potential client has an opportunity to sit down with the presenter in a private 1 on 1 sit down in immediately after the presentation portion which increases transparency for the potential client.
  • An extremely competitive and moderate fair and flat cost that covers all event costs.

We urge all those who are interested to obtain further information about this service by directly contacting us. Please be advised, we are able to customize the event specifically for the requirements and constraints of your law firm.

Please contact us at 212.545.0818 or write us at webmaster@ilw.com and we ensure to respond accordingly in no more than 24 hours after receipt of inquiry. Thank you for your time, we are looking forward to hearing from you!

Headline: Yasiin Bey, aka Mos Def, cancels US tour amid 'legal and immigration' wrangles Click here
Headline: The Dark Costs Of Denying Highly-Skilled Immigrant Spouses The Right to Work Click here
Headline: Steve King Challenges Chuck Schumer to 'Duel' Over Immigration Click here
Headline: Are Immigration Reform Hopes for 2014 Dead Already? Click here
Headline: Obama: Midterm elections will decide the fate of immigration reform Click here

Help Wanted: Immigration Attorney
Milwaukee, WI - Corporate Associate Attorney. This position is primarily responsible for managing, directing and overseeing the preparation of various employment-based immigration petitions, including leading strategy development discussions, client communication, support staff management and timely and accurate document production to ensure the highest level of client service and satisfaction. This position requires a J.D., State Bar license and at least 2 years of experience with nonimmigrant and immigrant employment-based cases. Qualified candidates must have a commitment to hard work as well as excellent writing, communication, organizational and case management skills. We offer a competitive salary and benefits. We strongly encourage professional growth and community involvement. Please email your cover letter, resume and salary requirements along with two immigration writing samples to jobs@grzecalaw.com.

Help Wanted: Immigration Paralegal
Atlanta, GA. Kuck Immigration Partners, LLC. We are seeking an Immigration Paralegal with exceptional motivation, spirit and talent to work with a fast-paced, pro-active immigration firm. The individual will focus on employment immigration matters. Must have at least 2 years of business immigration experience. Fluency in Spanish is required. The individual must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in MS Word, Timeslips and ImmigrationTracker is a plus. If you believe you have what it takes to work with us, send your resume today. Pay is commensurate with experience, and there is a generous firm benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) and vacation. Send resume to swiggins@immigration.net.

Help Wanted: Immigration Paralegal
Boston and DC - Seyfarth Shaw has immediate openings for Senior Paralegals in our Immigration departments in both the Boston and DC offices. These positions will participate in all aspects of the firm's national Business Immigration and Global Mobility practice, including assisting in the management of client relationships, preparing and filing employment-based nonimmigrant and immigrant petitions, including PERM processing, and serving as a contact to numerous prominent clients. Our clients include Fortune 500 corporations, major academic and medical institutions, and performing artists. Required Skills & Abilities: Must be able to successfully multi-task, in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. Must be able to work independently, when necessary, in addition to being a team player. Must be able to communicate effectively in writing, and verbally, as appropriate for the needs of the audience (clients, governmental agencies, internal and external resources). Must be able to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Must be able to manage one's own time and the time of others. Qualifications: Must possess a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible business immigration experience. Salary is commensurate with experience. Please apply online to our job posting at www.seyfarth.com/careers.

Help Wanted: Immigration Attorney
New York, NY - Immigration Law Firm is seeking a Business Immigration Attorney. Position will handle full range of immigrant and nonimmigrant employment based matters. Attorney will prepare, file, and monitor status of NIV and IV petitions for corporate and individual clients including PERM, H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, J-1, E-1/2, B-1/2, etc. Attorney will also research and draft complex Request for Evidence responses and Motions to Reopen/Reconsider to USCIS/DOL; in addition, attorney will update and maintain case files via LawLogix. Ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience and will manage own caseload. Please send resumes to administrator@ppid.com

Help Wanted Immigration Professional
Atlanta, GA - Law firm in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Bi-Lingual Marketing Director. Must be fluent in Spanish. Responsibilities include the following: Create annual and monthly marketing plans; ensure firm is meeting goals of marketing plan; negotiate annual budget; review all ad and event proposals; review all vendor monthly and annual reports; coordinate event sponsorship and attend various marketing events, including weekend events; maintain calendar of all marketing events; research potential and current markets to improve response of potential clientele; translate all marketing, web and ad copy into Spanish; schedule, coordinate and plan monthly marketing meetings. Must be very detail-oriented, organized and be able to negotiate. Minimum of 1-2 years of marketing experience; Bachelor s degree is required. Competitive salary and benefits. Please send resume to: imlaw@outlook.com.

Help Wanted: Immigration Paralegal
Richmond, VA - Williams Mullen is seeking an experienced immigration law paralegal. The candidate will assist attorneys with preparation of immigration documents, legal research, case management and others tasks in connection with immigrant and nonimmigrant petitions and applications. Candidate must have a comprehensive knowledge of multi-national immigration cases, PERM labor certifications and be comfortable with client interaction. Successful candidates will possess strong organizational skills and attention to detail, be detail oriented and the ability to handle multiple priorities as well as strong proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, Filesite/Interwoven and LawLogix. We offer competitive salary and benefits. Please apply online at: http://www.williamsmullen.com/careers/paralegals or by emailing mfuller@williamsmullen.com.

Help Wanted: Immigration Paralegal
Matawan, NJ, San Francisco, CA, Santa Clara, CA, New York City - Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Lowey, LLP is the world's leading immigration law firm. We strive to be an integral part of our clients' success by providing representation, services and strategic advice to facilitate the hiring and movement of skilled talent globally. If you have an interest in the legal field and want to assist us with driving innovation and change, come join our team as a Corporate Immigration Paralegal. The firm has multiple openings and is accepting applications from entry to senior level experience Immigration Paralegals. The work is challenging; you'll have the opportunity to work directly with diverse clients; manage a case load and work along side smart and motivated individuals. The ideal candidate will possess the following: BA/BS degree (any major); GPA of 3.0, highly desirable; Previous experience with corporate immigration is a plus; Proficient with MS Office Suite; ability to learn and efficiently use new systems; Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve problems; Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communications (oral and written) skills; Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced environment; Must be a U.S. Citizen or have Permanent Resident status. Please submit your resume to: Matawan, NJ; San Francisco, CA; Santa Clara, CA; New York City

Help Wanted: Immigration Attorney
As one of the nation's largest labor and employment law firms, Ogletree Deakins represents employers in a broad range of workplace matters. Our clients include more than half of the Fortune 50 corporations, and some of North Carolina's largest employers. The immigration practice group employs over 46 immigration attorneys and over 85 paraprofessionals. Our Raleigh office has an opportunity for an experienced immigration associate to join the firm's expanding practice and assume a major role in our business immigration practice. We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments and strongly encourage the interest of diverse candidates in the firm. Requirements: Candidates should possess extensive experience with PERM applications, H-1B, L-1, TN and E visas; must possess experience in high-volume business immigration work environment. Ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of business immigration experience. Excellent writing, organizational and research skills are required. We are not working with outside recruiters for this position. Contact Information: To apply for this position, please email your resume to Vanessa Russell at vanessa.russell@ogletreedeakins.com with "RALEIGH IMMIGRATION ASSOCIATE" in the subject line.

Help Wanted: Immigration Paralegal
Raleigh, NC - Ogletree Deakins is one of the nation's largest labor and employment law firms. Its immigration practice group employs over 46 immigration attorneys and over 85 paraprofessionals. Our Raleigh office has an opportunity for an experienced immigration paralegal to join the firm's expanding practice. We are fully committed to the importance of diversity within the legal profession, as well as all workplace environments and strongly encourage the interest of diverse candidates in the firm. Duties will include preparation and filing of petitions, H-1B visa applications and labor certification applications. Our outstanding paralegals also compile and analyze case facts, draft correspondence, maintain and organize client documentation and have direct contact with multiple employees. Requirements: Extensive employment based immigration paralegal experience, preferably in large law firm environment, as well as strong proficiency with MS Word, Outlook, INS Zoom, and a document management system. Successful candidates will possess strong writing skills, have excellent attention to detail, be able to multi-task and work independently toward team goals. Outstanding case management and organizational skills are required. Contact: To apply for this position, please email your resume to Vanessa Russell at vanessa.russell@ogletreedeakins.com with "RALEIGH IMMIGRATION PARALEGAL" in the subject line.

Help Wanted: Immigration Paralegal
Santa Monica, CA - Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP (www.wolfsdorf.com) a top-rated 20 attorney immigration firm seeks an experienced PERM paralegal or legal assistant with at least 2 5 years immigration experience. Qualified candidates must have a commitment to hard work, excellent writing, communication, organizational and case management skills. We offer competitive salaries and benefits plus a pleasant working environment. Send your resume, a cover letter and Earnings history by email only to YLi@Wolfsdorf.com. Applications will be kept strictly confidentiality. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Help Wanted: Immigration Attorney
New York, NY - Cyrus D. Mehta & Associates, PLLC, a highly regarded New York immigration law firm, seeks a well-rounded immigration attorney who will enjoy working in a broad range of immigration practice areas including H-1B, L-1, O-1, PERM, EB-1, consular processing, adjustment of status, naturalization, waivers, family petitions, and appeals. The ideal candidate must be detail oriented, capable of managing a large caseload, possess excellent writing skills and have a voracious appetite for research and scholarship. Must also be admitted to the NY bar and possess at least 3+ years of a broad range of experience in immigration law. Salary commensurate with experience + benefits (health + 401k). Please email your cover letter and resume to resumes@cyrusmehta.com.

Help Wanted: Immigration Attorney
Toronto, ON - PricewaterhouseCoopers Immigration Law LLP, a law firm affiliated with PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, seeks an experienced U.S. immigration attorney to provide corporate immigration solutions to a diverse business clientele. This position offers excellent opportunities for leadership, and career advancement. Responsibilities include managing the provision of legal services for NIV and IV matters including H-1B, L-1, TN, E-1/2, J-1, O-1, B-1/2, PERM, immigrant petitions, consular processing as well as advising on compliance and related matters. Must demonstrate a solid understanding of U.S. corporate immigration law, compliance issues and audits, be able to effectively manage law clerks and other client service team members and undertake business development. Require JD and admission to any U.S. state bar and at least 3 years of post-call U.S. corporate immigration experience. Please apply at www.pwc.com/ca/careers

Help Wanted: Immigration Attorney
Washington, DC - Visa Law Group PLLC is a boutique firm specializing in business & investment immigration. We have a staff of 10, including 4 attorneys and other support staff. We are a busy office located in Washington, DC, with a casual and friendly work environment. We are looking for a seasoned business-based immigration attorney to manage a large case load, but also to take leadership role to expand the firm s practice. Candidate will have min 5 years of experience in business immigration. Will prepare, file, and monitor status of NIV and IV petitions for corporate and individual clients including PERM, H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, J-1, E-1/2, EB-1, 2 & 3, etc. and maintain case files via INSZoom. There is a lot of room for growth, profit-share and potential ownership interest. Will consider merger with solo or small firm. Bringing your own book of business is a plus. Perfect opportunity for senior associate looking to go to next level. Send your cover letter and resume to Farah@VisaLawGroup.com. Please no calls.

Immigration Law Certificate
Classes offered both online and in-person. Master the complex and ever changing maze of immigration policies and regulations with the Immigration Law Studies Certificate Program offered by CUNY's School of Professional Studies. This graduate-level certificate program, consisting of (3) three-credit classes, offers students who complete it a comprehensive understanding of the laws, regulations, and processes surrounding the status of immigrants in the US, including family and employment-based immigration and deportation defense. It is designed for individuals working in law firms, companies, government agencies and nonprofit organizations where they interact with immigrants and immigrant legal concerns on a regular basis and would therefore benefit from greater knowledge of the laws and regulations surrounding immigration. For more information on class schedules, tuition and fees, course applications and to register, see here.

To submit an article or a news item to Immigration Daily, write to editor@ilw.com. Follow ILW.COM on Twitter.

Letters of the Week: Kenneth Rinzler

ComingsNGoings: Immigration Event
June 4, 2014, 1pm - 2:30pm (Eastern), USCIS will hold a listening session to discuss the law enforcement certification process for U nonimmigrant status (U visa) and changes being considered that would broaden the definition of a "certifying official." For more information and registration: http://content.govdelivery.com/attac...on%2BFINAL.pdf


An Important disclaimer! The information provided on this page is not legal advice. Transmission of this information is not intended to create, and receipt by you does not constitute, an attorney-client relationship. Readers must not act upon any information without first seeking advice from a qualified attorney. Copyright 1995-2014 American Immigration LLC, ILW.COM. Send correspondence and articles to editor@ilw.com. Letters and articles may be edited and may be published and otherwise used in any medium. The views expressed in letters and articles do not necessarily represent the views of ILW.COM.
Publisher: Sam Udani ISSN: 1930-062X
Advisory Board: Jason Dzubow, Rami Fakhoury, Matthew Kolken, Chris Musillo, Lory Rosenberg, Greg Siskind, Joel Stewart, Margaret Wong