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Posted October 2, 2025 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

Impacts of Federal Government Shutdown On Business Immigration

The United States federal government has shut down as of midnight (EDT), October 1, 2025. Because several different federal agencies oversee the adjudication and enforcement of immigration law, we expect the impact of the shutdown will vary depending on the …

Posted September 23, 2025 with Tags The Equal Pay Advisor

Best Practices For Employers to Protect Privilege in Pay Equity Studies

Recent case law continues to underscore the importance of carefully structuring pay equity and compensation studies to preserve attorney-client privilege and work product protections. While the legal landscape remains consistent in its treatment of privilege where legal and business purposes …

Posted September 23, 2025 with Tags The Equal Pay Advisor

Massachusetts Pay Transparency Law Takes Effect In October

Massachusetts’ law on pay transparency and pay data reporting will take effect on October 29, 2025. The new law will require employers with 25 or more employees in the Commonwealth to disclose pay range information in job postings and, in …

Posted September 20, 2025 with Tags Immigration Law, Corporate Immigration

Updated: White House Proclamation Restricting U.S. Entry of H-1B Holders Without $100,000 Fee Payment*

Updates Following its Proclamation on Friday, September 19, 2025, the White House released a clarifying H-1B FAQ the day the Proclamation took effect. The FAQ states that the new $100,000 fee does not apply in the following situations: The H-1B …

Posted August 21, 2025 with Tags Firm News

NJL Attorneys Honored in the 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers® in America

We are proud to share that several of our attorneys have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers® in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. These distinctions reflect consistent dedication to clients and deep knowledge …

Posted August 12, 2025

Eighth Circuit’s Ruling on Gender-Affirming Care for Minors Has Broad Implications for Healthcare Providers

What You Need to Know Now The Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals, in Brandt v. Griffin, has upheld Arkansas’s Act 626, which bans gender-affirming medical care for minors. This ruling follows the Supreme Court’s decision in United States v. Skrmetti, …

Posted August 1, 2025 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

Important Visa Updates from the U.S. Department of State: New Visa Integrity Fee and Limitations on Visa Validity and Interview Waivers

There are several recent changes about visas to the United States, including a new visa integrity fee that will be imposed on all foreign nationals needing nonimmigrant visas, limitations on validity periods, and limitations on visa interview waiver interviews. More …

Posted July 17, 2025 with Tags Firm News

Nilan Johnson Lewis Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers

We are pleased to announce that 22 attorneys at Nilan Johnson Lewis have been selected for inclusion in the upcoming Super Lawyers list. This recognition reflects their standing among their peers and their dedication to legal excellence. Super Lawyers is …

Posted July 10, 2025 with Tags Labor and Employment

FAQs: No Tax On Tips

On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBBA”) into law. Among other things, the OBBBA includes a new deduction for tipped workers, referred to as “no tax on tips.” One Big Beautiful Bill Act, …

Posted June 24, 2025 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

E-Verify Issues Guidance on Revocation of Certain Employment Authorization Documents

On June 20, 2025, E-Verify issued guidance on certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) that DHS has revoked for individuals whose parole has been terminated.  The guidance advises employers to regularly generate the Status Change Report to identify E-Verify cases created …

Posted June 13, 2025 with Tags Firm Statements

Nilan Johnson Lewis Statement on the Rule of Law and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The rule of law is a cornerstone of our legal system and our democracy. Recent actions—such as ignoring or refusing to follow Court decisions, issuing executive orders as retaliation, and targeting law firms that represent opposing viewpoints—pose a significant threat …

Posted June 11, 2025 with Tags The Equal Pay Advisor

Washington State Doubles Down On Pay Equity

Washington State has been at the forefront of pay equity legislation, and recent amendments to its Equal Pay and Opportunities Act (EPOA), which take effect on July 27, 2025, introduce significant changes for employers. These updates modify pay transparency requirements …

Posted June 11, 2025 with Tags The Equal Pay Advisor

Balancing Pay Transparency Laws and PERM Process

More states, municipalities, and localities have imposed or continue to impose pay transparency requirements, specifically requiring employers to disclose a position’s pay range and offered benefits in job advertisements and postings. States like Minnesota, Illinois, California, and Washington have enacted …

Posted June 11, 2025 with Tags The Equal Pay Advisor

EEOC Abandons Disparate Impact Claims

Employers facing potential pay discrimination claims have historically faced two basic types of claims: disparate treatment claims and disparate impact claims. Because disparate impact claims are easier to raise on a class basis, employers have been particularly concerned about potential …

Posted June 10, 2025 with Tags Firm News

Nilan Johnson Lewis Celebrates Continued Chambers USA Recognition for Labor & Employment and Corporate Immigration Practices

Nilan Johnson Lewis (NJL) is pleased to announce that its distinguished Labor & Employment and Corporate Immigration practices have once again received high commendation from Chambers & Partners, the esteemed publisher of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Chambers …

Posted June 10, 2025 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

Trump Administration Issues Travel Bans

On June 4, 2025, the Trump Administration issued a presidential proclamation, restricting the entry of foreign nationals from certain countries. Its justification for issuing the travel bans is, according to the Administration, based on foreign policy, national security, and counterterrorism …

Posted June 5, 2025

John Medeiros & Faith-Based Working Group Honored as 2025 AILA Pro Bono Champions

MINNEAPOLIS – John Medeiros and the Faith-Based Working Group he chairs have been named 2025 Pro Bono Champions by the Minnesota-Dakotas Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). The award celebrates their exceptional commitment to justice for underserved immigrant …

Posted May 21, 2025 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

DHS Terminates Temporary Protected Status (TPS) For Afghanistan

On May 12, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security announced the termination of Afghanistan’s Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Afghanistan’s TPS designation and related benefits will terminate on July 14, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Who does this termination impact? This termination …

Posted May 8, 2025 with Tags Labor and Employment, Employment law

Minneapolis Expands Civil Rights Protections: Key Changes for Employers

The Minneapolis City Council unanimously passed sweeping amendments to the City’s civil rights ordinance last Thursday, May 1st. The amended ordinance is expected to go into effect on August 1, 2025. If you operate in Minneapolis, the amended ordinance will …

Posted April 2, 2025 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

UPDATED OCT 22, 2025: Termination of the 2023 and 2021 TPS Designation for Venezuela

Updated Wednesday, October 22, 2025: Termination of the 2023 TPS Designation for Venezuela On September 5, 2025, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California issued a final order setting aside DHS Secretary Noem’s decision to terminate the …