Extraordinary Circumstances for Extraordinary Times: Extensions and Changes of Status Affecting Nonimmigrant Workers Post COVID-19

Extraordinary Circumstances for Extraordinary Times: Extensions and Changes of Status Affecting Nonimmigrant Workers Post COVID-19

Event Date: 06/10/2020
CLE Credit Not Available for Roundtables
Format Length CLE Eligible
Video Roundtable 60 minutes No

This Video Roundtable is available only to AILA members.

Discussion Topics

  • What do the regulations state? Discretion, Discretion, and more Discretion
  • Determining when the extraordinary circumstances argument is necessary, given the 60 day allowance in the regulation and the continued lack of premium processing
  • The key difference between an overstay and a failure to maintain status
  • Anticipating future issues and preserving options for the employer and employee
  • Arguments to make: the faultless, the hardship, and more

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Rob Cohen

Robin O'Donoghue

Nicole Simon

The speaker's views do not necessarily represent the views of AILA, nor do they constitute legal advice or representation. Practice tips provided in the written materials are based on the speaker's experiences and current state of the law. Please be sure to conduct legal research and analysis for your unique situation as the law changes quickly and the speaker's experiences may differ from your own.