President Biden Reinstates COVID-19 Travel Restrictions

Feb 8, 2021 | Diane E. MetzgerMelanie Gurley Keeney

by Kristine Nazir On January 25, 2021, President Biden issued a Presidential Proclamation reinstating COVID-19 travel restrictions. The Proclamation bars the entry of non-US citizens who were physically present within the United Kingdom, Ireland, Brazil, South Africa,...

Tueth Keeney Attorneys Present at SHRM 2021 Virtual Legal Update

Feb 4, 2021 | Mandi D. MoutrayMelanie Gurley Keeney

Join Tueth Keeney attorneys on February 17th for the SHRM 2021 Virtual Legal Update.   Melanie Keeney and Mandi Moutray will discuss Critical Policy and Handbook Updates, Christine Self will discuss updates for Illinois employers, and Jenna Lakamp will discuss...

H-1B Selection Process Altered to Focus on Wages

Jan 8, 2021 | Diane E. MetzgerMelanie Gurley Keeney

by Kristine Nazir The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced its final rule altering the existing H-1B Cap selection process.  The final rule will replace the current random selection process with a new salary-based ranking system. In lieu of a...

Extension of Presidential Proclamation 10052 and Impact on H-1B, L-1, and J-1 Visa Holders

Jan 5, 2021 | Diane E. MetzgerMelanie Gurley Keeney

by Kristine Nazir On December 31, 2020, President Trump extended Proclamation 10052 until March 31, 2021.  Proclamation 10052 suspended the entry of certain H-1B, L-1, and J-1 visa holders into the United States in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. At this time, it is...

Melanie Keeney and Kristine Nazir Present at Higher Education CLE

Dec 23, 2020 | Melanie Gurley Keeney

On December 17, 2020, Melanie Keeney and Kristine Nazir presented a CLE regarding “Immigration Update: What to Expect in 2021,” at the Tueth Keeney Higher Education Seminar. Melanie Gurley Keeney practices in the areas of employment, immigration and...