Murthy Immigration Podcast

Employment options available to F-1 students are the topic Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss in this March 2024 podcast from our series especially for U.S. employers.

Description: This insightful Q&A session offers suggestions to H1B visa holders navigating job loss and the 60-day grace period.

Unravel the complexities of AC21 portability and I-140 adjudication with expert insights from Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this exclusive Q&A session.

Tips for the upcoming H1B cap season and the latest trends from USCIS, including reminders on the H1B registration requirement, are discussed in the February 2024 teleconference.

Compelling success stories related to nonimmigrant status is the topic discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in the January 2024 podcast.

Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), as it relates to green cards and citizenship, is discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in the December 2023 podcast.

The Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) and its significance for dependent children obtaining their green cards are the topics discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in November 2023.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Visa Bulletin are the topic of discussion among Murthy Law Firm attorneys recorded in October 2023.

Options for those whose employment has unexpectedly ended are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in September. The strategies touched upon include change of employer in H1B status, change of status to B, and filing a compelling circumstances EAD.

The impact of criminal issues like DUI and shoplifting on nonimmigrant status and Lawful Permanent Residence (i.e. green card) are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in the podcast that aired 02.Aug.2023.

The impact of multiple H1B cap registrations and legal arguments surrounding this hot topic are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in the July 2023 teleconference.

An overview of the nonimmigrant L1A/L1B options, as well as tips for filing and responding to requests for evidence (RFEs), are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in the June 2023 podcast.

F-1 status, how students can avoid violating their F-1 status, and employment options available to F-1 students are the topics discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in the May 2023 podcast.

Many foreign nationals eagerly await results of the annual H1B lottery. Because there normally are many more applicants than available visas, Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss strategies for filing nonimmigrant visas when H-1 and L-1 are not available options in this April 2023 podcast.

Recent trends in H1B litigation for both consular and USCIS adjudication are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in the March 2023 teleconference.

Tips for the upcoming (FY2024) H1B cap season, and the latest trends from the Biden Administration, including reminders on the H1B registration requirement, are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in the February 2023 teleconference.

Beginning of the year planning, such as retention of records for H1B petitions (Public Access Files) and Labor Certification cases (Compliance Files) are discussed by Murthy Law Firm Attorneys.

Options for those whose employment has unexpectedly ended are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this podcast from 07.Dec.2022. The strategies discussed include change of employer in H1B status, change of status to B, and filing a compelling circumstances EAD.

The ability to pay for I-140 petitions based on labor certifications and the I-864 Affidavit of Support for family-based green cards is discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this 02.Nov.2022 podcast.

The October 2022 Visa Bulletin, future predictions for the Visa Bulletin, and documentation required to file an I-485 application are the topics discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this podcast from 05.Oct.2022.

The impact of timing issues when filing H1B and other nonimmigrant extensions and when the PERM process (i.e. green card) should be started are topics discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this teleconference from 07.Sep.2022.

The impact of criminal issues (such as DUI and shoplifting) on nonimmigrant status and lawful permanent residence (i.e. green card) is the topic discussed in this teleconference from 08.Aug.2022.

J-1 waivers and the two-year home residency requirement for physicians and other occupations are the topic discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this teleconference recorded 06.Jul.2022.

An overview of nonimmigrant L1A/L1B options as well as tips for filing and responding to requests for evidence (RFEs) are provided by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this teleconference from 01.Jun.2022.

Recent immigration litigation trends, including how litigation strategies are changing, are the topics discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this podcast from 04.May.2022.

Typically, there are many hopeful foreign nationals who eagerly await the results of the annual H1B lottery. Because there normally are many more applicants than there are available visas, Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss strategies for filing nonimmigrant visas when H-1 and L-1 are not available options in this podcast recorded 06.Apr.2022.

The transfer of underlying basis of employment-based I-485 applications (i.e. interfiling) and AC21 portability provisions while the I-485 application is pending are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this teleconference recorded 02.Mar.2022.

Tips for the upcoming H1B cap season and the latest trends from the Biden Administration, including reminders on the H1B registration requirement, are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in the February 2022 teleconference.

Current trends in the Biden Administration, including USCIS adjudications, visa issuance at the consulates, and issues at ports of entry after traveling abroad are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys.

The PERM process and recent trends regarding preparation and adjudication of labor certification cases are the topics discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this session.

The latest trends with processing times and adjudications of H1Bs, H-4s, and H-4 EADs are the topic discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this session.

The October 2021 Visa Bulletin, future predictions for the Visa Bulletin, and documentation required to file an I-485 application are the topics discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this podcast.

The latest trends and practical tips for when government agencies contact companies regarding compliance with H1B/L-1 petitions are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this 01.Sep.2021 podcast.

Pros and cons of filing EB3 'downgrade' I-140 petitions and documentation needed for I-485 Adjustment of Status filings are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this teleconference from 04.Aug.2021

Strategies for filing nonimmigrant visas when H-1 and L-1 are not available options are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this teleconference.

Recent immigration litigation trends, including how litigation strategies are changing with the Biden Administration, are the topics discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this 02 June 2021 podcast.

Updates on immigration policy and procedures in the first few months of the new Biden Administration, including H1B and green card processing, are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this podcast recorded 05.May.2021.

Current trends with visa issuance at the consulates and dropbox and issues at the port of entry after travel are the topics for discussion by Murthy Law Firm attorneys.

An overview of the H1B cap registration for FY22, which remains the same as last year, is the subject of this discussion by Murthy Law Firm attorneys. They focus on the process taking place from noon, March 9 until noon, March 25, 2021 (Eastern Time, U.S.).

Tips for the upcoming H1B cap season, and the latest trends from the new Administration, including reminders on the H1B registration requirement are discussed in the February 2021 teleconference.

The remaining immigration policies of President Trump and the Biden Administration’s anticipated immigration plans are the topic discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in the first teleconference of 2021.

Strategies for employers to consider while hiring H1B workers during the COVID-19 pandemic are discussed by Murthy Law Firm (MLF) attorneys in this December 2020 podcast. Based on cases that MLF attorneys have filed since COVID-19 began in March 2020, this discussion includes how to handle on-boarding an H1B worker with status issues, a previous H1B denial, or who has been laid off by the last employer.

The proposed new H1B Regulations regarding specialty occupation, employer-employee relationship, and increased vetting of employers who employ H1B workers are discussed in this podcast, recorded following the 2020 election in November. Murthy Law Firm attorneys also discuss the Interim Final Rule on higher Department of Labor Prevailing Wages, which effect H1B Labor Condition Application wages and Labor Certification wages for green cards.

The October 2020 Visa Bulletin, future predictions for the Visa Bulletin, and documentation required to file an I-485 application are the NEW topic of discussion for October's teleconference. Employer specific issues such as I-140 EB2 to EB3 downgrade cases and future employment will also be discussed.

The latest trends and practical tips for when government agencies contact you regarding compliance during this pandemic are discussed by Murthy attorneys in this teleconference, which aired 02.Sep.2020. Whether ICE or FDNS contact you to determine your company's compliance with your H-1 and L-1 petitions, you want to be ready.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys provide an update on how COVID-19 has affected U.S. immigration both in the U.S. and at U.S. consulates, which aired on 05.Aug.2020 as part of our teleconference series for employers and their representatives.

New H1B policy changes that have been impacted by litigation are discussed by attorneys from the Murthy Law Firm. Rescission of USCIS memos and guidance are included in this conversation, which aired on 01.Jul.2020 as part of our teleconference for employers and their representatives.

Late 22.Jun.2020, the Trump Administration issued a Presidential Proclamation that impacts individuals applying for certain nonimmigrant visas (NIVs). The travel ban applies to certain NIVs like the H1B, H2B, L-1, certain J holders, and their dependents. Attorneys discuss its implications in this Special Teleconference, which aired 26.Jun.2020.

Many employers are familiar with the H1B and L-1 nonimmigrant visa programs, but there are other visa categories that, in the right circumstances, may offer U.S. employers additional options for hiring foreign national workers. Murthy Law Firm attorneys provide an overview of some of these less prominent work visa categories.

With arbitrary denials of H1B cases on the rise since 2017, Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss litigation trends and strategies to sue the federal government. Denials for other case types, such as H-4 EAD and L, are also discussed.

Sheela Murthy, President and CEO of the Murthy law Firm, is joined by Managing Attorney Aron Finkelstein for a lively and engaging discussion in this podcast regarding immigration options for individuals and families in the COVID-19 climate. The conversation was recorded specifically for an Indian TV channel.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss practical and safe tips for filing H1B cap petitions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Attorneys at the Murthy Law Firm will hold a special teleconference and will discuss the impacts that the COVID-19 pandemic is having on U.S. immigration.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss the Public Charge rule in effect as of 24.Feb.2020, with emphasis on the Form I-129, Form I-485, and at consulates abroad, in this teleconference that aired on March 4, 2020.

In this special teleconference for employers, which aired on February 20, 2020, Murthy Law Firm attorneys provide an overview of the H1B cap. Discussion focuses on the new H1B cap pre-registration, what it means, and the process.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss matters related to various types of employment authorization for students in F-1 status, including CPT and OPT (both the initial 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM extension), placement of F-1 student workers at third-party sites, and employer obligation. Common issues related to transitioning from F-1 to H1B are also topics in this teleconference.

In this January 8, 2020, teleconference for employers and their representatives, Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss tips for the upcoming H1B cap season and the latest trends from the current Administration, including details on the new H1B registration requirement.

Year-end planning is the topic for the final teleconference of 2019. Murthy Law Firm attorneys join Sheela Murthy to discuss matters including the retention of records for H1B petitions (public access files) and labor certification cases (compliance files). They look to the year ahead in maintaining documentation and planning financially for immigration.

An in-depth analysis of the "Retention of EB1, EB2, and EB3 Immigrant Workers and Program Improvements Affecting High-Skilled Nonimmigrant Workers" regulation, which was published in January 2017, is discussed by Murthy attorneys. They touch on strategies and hidden gems for retaining and onboarding employees during these difficult times for immigrants during the Trump Administration. The discussion focuses on nonimmigrant grace periods, calculating the period of H1B stay, and the effect of I-140 withdrawals by employers in this teleconference.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss strategies on how multinational companies can fast-track their most valuable L1B and L1A employees to permanent resident status (commonly referred to as a green card), so that they can use their services beyond the 5-year and 7-year limits.

The maintenance of status issues for employees in F-1 status and H1B status and the latest trends from the current Administration is the topic Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss in this teleconference.

Trump immigration policy memos over the last year are the topic in this teleconference that aired August 07, 2019. Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss the impact of these memos on employment and family-based immigration.

An overview of immigration issues related to employees traveling to the United States from abroad is provided in this teleconference from July 3, 2019. Discussed are situations employees may face, including extreme vetting, visa processing, and what happens during the immigration inspection process by U.S. Customs & Border Protection. Murthy Law Firm attorneys address immigration concerns of employers awaiting the return of workers who are abroad.

Recent trends in requests for evidence (RFEs) for H1B petitions after cap season are discussed in this teleconference from June 5, 2019. Attorneys from the Murthy Law Firm touch on issues related to the right to control, specialty occupations, CPT & OPT, etc, and provide tips for preparing a strong RFE response.

Recent adjudication trends in the PERM / Green Card process, and in U.S. naturalization, are the focus of this teleconference from May 01, 2019. A continuation of our series designed for employers and their representatives, Murthy Law Firm attorneys turn their attention to shifts in adjudications and processes, to provide guidance on methods for overcoming issues.

The latest trends and practical tips for when government agencies show up at your door are discussed by Murthy attorneys in this teleconference. Whether ICE or FDNS come to determine your company’s compliance with your H-1 and L-1 petitions, you want to be ready.

Many employers are familiar with the H1B and L-1 nonimmigrant visa programs, but there are other visa categories that, in the right circumstances, may offer U.S. employers additional options for hiring foreign national workers. Murthy Law Firm attorneys provide an overview of some of these less prominent work visa categories.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss matters related to various types of employment authorization for students in F-1 status, including CPT and OPT (both the initial 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM extension), placement of F-1 student workers at third-party sites, employer obligations, and how to avoid unlawful presence based on the new USCIS Policy Memo. Common issues related to transitioning from F-1 to H1B are also topics in this teleconference.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss tips for the upcoming H1B cap season and the latest trends from the current Administration.

Attorneys at the Murthy Law Firm discuss year-end planning, such as retention of records for H1B petitions (Public Access Files) and labor certification cases (compliance files) in this teleconference from December 5, 2018. They look to the year ahead in maintaining documentation and planning financially for immigration.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys continue the discussion of the Trump Administration's ongoing regulatory and policy changes with employment-based immigration, in the second part of this teleconference. Sheela Murthy leads a discussion of the latest impacts, consequences, and strategies to deal with this uncertain environment.

Recent changes to the PERM/Green Card process and citizenship adjudications are the topic of this teleconference from October 3, 2018. Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss trends and changes to adjudications and processes, and provide guidance on how to overcome problems.

Getting an L-1 petition approved has never been more challenging. Yet, there are steps companies can take to improve their chances with these filings. Murthy Law Firm attorneys provide tips in this teleconference from September 5, 2018, for responding to L-1 RFEs. They also discuss issues that employers should keep in mind, in the event an L-1 petition is denied.

The Trump Administration continues to push for changes to those in nonimmigrant status and the U.S. employment-based immigration system. Though legislative wins have been tough to come by, the Administration has had more luck reforming immigration rules through memos and regulations. Sheela Murthy leads a discussion on some of the latest actions.

This teleconference provides an overview of immigration issues related to employees traveling to the United States from abroad. Discussed are situations employees may face, including extreme vetting, visa processing, and what happens during the immigration inspection process by U.S. Customs & Border Protection. Murthy Law Firm attorneys address immigration concerns of employers awaiting the return of workers who are abroad.

The focus of this teleconference is recent trends in requests for evidence (RFEs) for H1B petitions after cap season. Attorneys from the Murthy Law Firm discuss issues related to CPT & OPT, right to control, specialty occupation, Level I, etc, and provide tips for preparing a strong RFE response.

The Trump Administration continues to push for changes to the U.S. employment-based immigration system. Though legislative wins have been tough to come by, the Administration has had more luck reforming immigration rules through memos and regulations. Sheela Murthy leads a discussion on some of the latest actions since President Trump took office.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss a recent change in the USCIS's interpretation of the STEM OPT rule with regard to third-party placements.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys provide practical tips and discuss best practices for when government agencies, such as ICE or FDNS, show up at your door to determine your company’s compliance with your H-1 and L-1 petitions.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss matters related to various types of employment authorization for students in F-1 status, including CPT and OPT (both the initial 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM extension), placement of F-1 student workers at third-party sites, employer obligations, and more. Common issues related to transitioning from F-1 to H1B are also topics in this teleconference.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss the impact of the troubling new USCIS policy memo on third-party placements in H1B petitions, and how employers should be prepared to address the requirements in their future H1B filings.

The fiscal year 2019 H1B cap season is discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this teleconference. Included topics are issues related to transitioning from F-1 to H1B, USCIS quota and fee requirements, Level 1 Wage and Specialty Occupation, and matters important to IT companies with workers at third-party sites.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss the fate of the program that allows certain H-4 spouses to apply for employment authorization documents (EADs). This special teleconference held on January 9, 2018 for members of the Telugu Association of North America (TANA), is now being made available for all stakeholders who rely on MurthyDotCom to stay informed about the U.S. immigration system.

I-9 issues are the center of discussion in this teleconference from the Murthy Law Firm. Included topics relate to employer compliance with requirements for completing and maintaining the I-9 form. Specifically addressed are matters surrounding H1B and other nonimmigrant workers, and the most recent version of the I-9.

One of the first steps in the PERM green card process - the prevailing wage determination - is the focus of our October 2017 teleconference in this series designed for employers and their representatives. In the PERM green card process, employers are required to commit to a salary that either meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the sponsored position as determined by the Department of Labor. Attorneys at the Murthy Law Firm discuss fundamentals of the prevailing wage request and current adjudication trends, and provide guidance on how to overcome issues when seeking a prevailing wage determination for the green card process.

Included topics are matters related to remaining compliant with the various laws and regulations regarding payment of wages that come into play when your company employs H1B workers, as Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss DOL wage and hour issues in this teleconference for employers and their representatives.

U.S. companies with the need for foreign national workers are typically familiar with the H1B and L-1 visa categories. But there is an entire ‘alphabet soup’ of work visa options that may meet an employer’s needs in certain circumstances. In this teleconference, Murthy Law Firm attorneys cover a number of different categories, including E-1, E-2, J, O, P, R, and TN.

The focus of this teleconference is recent trends in requests for evidence (RFEs) for H1B petitions after cap season. Attorneys from the Murthy Law Firm discuss issues related to the computer programmer job classification, CPT & OPT, right to control, specialty occupation, etc, and provide tips for preparing a strong RFE response.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss AC21, including H1B and green card portability in this teleconference. Topics discussed also include more recent changes, such as the January 2017 regulation, including grace periods for H1B holders and the Supplement J for certain I-485 applications.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss the L1A Executive or Manager and L1B Specialized Knowledge categories in this teleconference. Included topics are the types of employees who may qualify for one of the L-1 nonimmigrant categories and tips for identifying a successful case, as well as recent trends in the USCIS adjudications of L-1 petitions.

When it comes to immigration policy, the Trump Administration clearly views compliance and investigations as two top priorities. Any business that employs foreign national workers now, more than ever, must ensure that it is taking proactive steps to remain in compliance and not run afoul of the various requirements imposed on employers. As the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

Workplace enforcement trends under the new Administration, as well as review strategies and tips for avoiding violations, proper internal auditing, and other best practices are the topics Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss in this June 2017 teleconference..

When it comes to immigration policy, the Trump Administration clearly views compliance and investigations as two top priorities. Any business that employs foreign national workers now, more than ever, must ensure that it is taking proactive steps to remain in compliance and not run afoul of the various requirements imposed on employers. As the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

When it comes to immigration policy, the Trump Administration clearly views compliance and investigations as two top priorities. Any business that employs foreign national workers now, more than ever, must ensure that it is taking proactive steps to remain in compliance and not run afoul of the various requirements imposed on employers. As the old saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

In this teleconference, Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss the effects of the Trump Administration’s immigration policies on visa adjudications overseas and processing at the ports of entry. They explore the latest trends at the Department of State and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and their impact on visa applicants and travelers, as well as strategies to help avoid or mitigate potential problems.

Just as this year's H1B cap season began, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) unexpectedly released a policy memorandum that calls into question whether the position of computer programmer qualifies as a specialty occupation for H1B purposes. The memo generated tremendous anxiety and confusion among stakeholders. To that end, the Murthy Law Firm provides this special teleconference, where attorneys discuss the meaning of the memo, and the steps H1B employers may be able to take to improve their chances of getting these H1B petitions approved.

In his first week in Office, President Trump signed several Executive Orders regarding immigration and more changes appear to be on the horizon. In this teleconference, Sheela Murthy is joined by other Murthy Law Firm attorneys, as they discuss changes already implemented and those that may occur based on Executive Orders.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss matters related to various types of employment authorization for students in F-1 status, including CPT and OPT (both the initial 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM extension), placement of F-1 student workers at third-party sites, employer obligations, and more. Common issues related to transitioning from F-1 to H1B are also discussed.

Murthy Law Firm attorneys discuss the FY2018 H1B cap season in this February 2017 teleconference. Included topics are issues related to transitioning from F-1 to H1B, USCIS quota and fee requirements, and matters important to IT companies with workers at third-party sites.