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Posted May 20, 2026

John Medeiros and Stephen Warch Named to Inaugural Minnesota Legal 250

Nilan Johnson Lewis is pleased to announce that shareholders John Medeiros and Stephen Warch have been named to Minnesota Lawyer’s inaugural Minnesota Legal 250, a new recognition program honoring the most influential attorneys across the state. The Minnesota Legal 250 …

Posted May 18, 2026

Supreme Court Opens Freight Brokers to Negligent-Hiring Claims

In a unanimous decision issued on May 14, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court held in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC that freight brokers can be sued under state negligent-hiring law when they select motor carriers with documented safety deficiencies. …

Posted April 9, 2026

The Minnesota PFAS Deadline is Three Months Away. Here’s What to Do About It.

Manufacturers and sellers of products in Minnesota are subject to a legal reporting obligation due July 1, 2026 — and for many organizations, the clock is running faster than they realize. Minnesota’s PFAS reporting requirement has been years in the …

Posted February 2, 2026

Jeffrey Wohl Joins Nilan Johnson Lewis Labor and Employment Group

MINNEAPOLIS (February 2, 2026) — Nilan Johnson Lewis (NJL) announced today that Jeffrey Wohl has joined the firm’s Labor and Employment group, adding significant depth to the firm’s California and national employment law and class and collective action defense team. …

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 January 21, 2026 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

Operation Metro Surge: How Employers Can Prepare & Respond

We are fielding many questions from our clients stemming from Operation Metro Surge in the Twin Cities and Minnesota. Below, we’ve included some information about common topics to assist employers in navigating this difficult and unprecedented situation. ICE/DHS Onsite Visits. …

Posted January 13, 2026

Proof of Lawful Immigration Status: What to Carry

By law, all non-citizens age 18 and older are required to carry proof of their immigration status at all times. Below is a list of documents that may be used to show your current status. For most temporary residents, this …

Posted January 9, 2026

Minnesota Cannabis Business Owners: Don’t Let Your Valuable Trade Secrets Go Up in Smoke

Minnesota’s recreational cannabis industry is finally budding. Growers have devoted substantial time and resources to their cultivation process. Sellers have invested heavily in market research. This information can give cannabis business owners an edge in a highly competitive market. The …

Posted January 2, 2026

Nilan Johnson Lewis Announces New Shareholder Promotions

MINNEAPOLIS (January 2, 2026) – Nilan Johnson Lewis P.A. announces that Alia M. Abdi, Allison M. Lange Garrison, Jesse E. Goldfarb, and Kelly P. Magnus have been elected as shareholders, effective January 1, 2026. “These promotions reflect Alia, Allison, Jesse, …

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 Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

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

UPDATE: AS OF FEBRUARY 16, 2026 Following our article below, posted on December 4, 2025, the administration issued a suspension on entry to the United States on December 16, 2025 that expanded the earlier June 4, 2025 partial and full …

Posted November 24, 2025

Nilan Johnson Lewis Recognized by LCLD as a 2025 Top Performer and Compass Award Winner

Nilan Johnson Lewis has been honored by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD) as both a 2025 Top Performer and Compass Award winner. These distinctions celebrate organizations that demonstrate exceptional dedication to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the …

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 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 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 20, 2025 with Tags Corporate Immigration, Immigration Law

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 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 …