Category: News

Posted January 29, 2026

Navigating Minnesota’s Consumer Data Privacy Act: What Healthcare Entities and Nonprofits Need to Know Before January 31, 2026

Overview of the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act Minnesota’s comprehensive consumer data privacy law known as the Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act (the “Act”) went into effect on July 31, 2025. The Act regulates how businesses collect and share personal …

Posted January 27, 2026 with Tags Firm Statements

NJL Statement Regarding Operation Metro Surge

Nilan Johnson Lewis demands justice for Renee Nicole Macklin Good and Alex Pretti, and an immediate end to, and accountability for, Operation Metro Surge. We grieve for the family and friends of Good and Pretti. By blocking fair and impartial …

Posted December 22, 2025 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

Illinois Expands Employee Protections: SB2339, The Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act

On December 12, 2025, Governor Pritzker signed Senate Bill 2339 into law as Public Act 104-0455, bringing significant updates to Illinois’ Right to Privacy in the Workplace Act. This legislation, now effective immediately, redefines employer responsibilities around employment eligibility verification …

Posted December 17, 2025 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

Trump Administration Reaffirms and Expands Travel Bans

On December 16, 2025, the Trump Administration issued another presidential proclamation, reaffirming and expanding the restriction of entry of foreign nationals from certain countries. This recent proclamation is an expansion and reaffirmation of an earlier presidential proclamation he issued on …

Posted December 11, 2025 with Tags Immigration Law, Corporate Immigration

Employer Response Plans to ICE Worksite Enforcement Actions: A Guide for Response Strategies to Increased Targeted Operations in The Twin Cities

Federal immigration authorities have recently conducted targeted operations in the Twin Cities, with arrests reported and heightened enforcement visible in public spaces and workplaces. In response, the City of Minneapolis issued an executive order banning any City-owned or City-controlled parking …

Posted December 5, 2025 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

USCIS Pause on Immigration Benefits Requests of Foreign Nationals of Travel Ban Countries

December 4, 2025 On June 4, 2025, the White House issued a Presidential Proclamation imposing travel restrictions on 19 countries, which became effective on June 9, 2025. The proclamation implemented full or partial suspensions on the entry of foreign nationals …

Posted November 19, 2025 with Tags Firm News

Maria Brekke Receives NJL’s Annual Impact Award

Nilan Johnson Lewis is proud to announce that attorney Maria Brekke, a member of the firm’s Business Litigation practice group, has received the 2025 Impact Award. NJL’s Impact Committee formed to consolidate the firm’s diverse array of pro bono service …

Posted November 6, 2025 with Tags Firm News

Nilan Johnson Lewis Recognized as a 2026 Best Law Firm

Nilan Johnson Lewis is proud to announce its top-tier rankings in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms, a legal guide that recognizes “exceptional law firms worldwide.” Published by The Best Lawyers in America, the oldest peer-review attorney guide in …

Posted October 29, 2025 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

Department of Homeland Security Suspends Automatic Extension of Employment Authorization

The Department of Homeland Security has announced an interim final rule, suspending its practice of automatic extension of employment authorization documents (EAD) for renewal applications in certain categories, including employment-based categories. With this new rule, individuals who timely file applications …

Posted October 22, 2025 with Tags Immigration Law, Corporate Immigration

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 …

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 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 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 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 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 …

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

Department of Homeland Security Terminates Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV) Parole Programs, Effective April 24, 2025

UPDATE: On May 30, 2025, the Supreme Court granted a stay allowing the Department of Homeland Security to terminate the Cuban, Haitian, Nicaraguan, and Venezuelan (CHNV) parole program pending further litigation. U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services issued guidance on June …

Posted March 31, 2025 with Tags Immigration, Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

Administration Seeks to Implement Mandatory Alien Registration, Effective April 11, 2025

On February 25, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced it was implementing a registration requirement, requiring certain foreign nationals to register their presence in the United States as part of the directives in Executive Order 14159.  DHS …