As the hiring and management of international talent becomes increasingly complex, understanding employment-based immigration is one of the most valuable tools for Human Resources departments. Join Austin SHRM and Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman for a lively and informative discussion on how employers are navigating the current employment-immigration landscape to hire foreign talent and sponsor individuals for U.S. permanent residence.

RSVP - https://austinshrm.org/event-4667862

U.S. businesses are consistently faced with the challenge of finding qualified candidates to fill highly skilled positions. The demand for the best talent continues to be fierce and many employers are turning to foreign talent already in the U.S. on a visa. Join Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman, for a discussion on how U.S. businesses can find success navigating the immigration system to hire foreign employees who are already in the U.S. with a visa or in the green card process. Learn when employers can hire existing visa holders, when these candidates are able to change jobs, steps involved for employers and visa holders alike, and the timeline for processing and approving the transfer of employment. This session is advanced and is geared towards human resources leaders, recruiters, and business leaders who oversee and/or are involved in the hiring process.

RSVP - https://austinhumanresource.org/event-3125866

U.S. businesses are consistently faced with the challenge of finding qualified candidates to fill highly skilled positions. The demand for the best talent continues to be fierce and many employers are turning to foreign talent already in the U.S. on a visa. Join Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman, for a discussion on how U.S. businesses can find success navigating the immigration system to hire foreign employees who are already in the U.S. with a visa or in the green card process. 

Learn when employers can hire existing visa holders, when these candidates are able to change jobs, steps involved for employers and visa holders alike, and the timeline for processing and approving the transfer of employment. This session is advanced and is geared towards human resources leaders, recruiters, and business leaders who oversee and/or are involved in the hiring process.

Session attendees will enjoy a spirited and insightful conversation along with breakfast for attendees sponsored by MakingaBenefits. This presentation is pre-approved for 1.5 strategic HRCI and SHRM recertification credits.

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navigating-immigration-how-to-hire-current-visa-holders-tickets-46019548709?aff=efbeventtix

Join Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman, for a lively and informative discussion on the visa alternatives for U.S. employers seeking to hire foreign talent. Jason will provide tips for navigating the current employment immigration landscape and what employers can expect in the adjudication of visa applications. Topics covered include:

Employer responsibility
Employee eligibility criteria
The H-1B visa cap and lottery
Application processes and timing
OPT/STEM status issues
Costs
Adjusting to lawful permanent resident status (“green card”) through employment
Options for start-ups and small employers - including challenges for companies with no revenues

Jason will also provide information on the latest immigration updates, separating fact from rumor regarding proposed work and student visa legislation.

RSVP - https://www.austinhumanresource.org/event-2730604

Join Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman, for a lively and informative discussion on the visa alternatives for U.S. employers seeking to hire foreign talent.  Jason will provide tips for navigating the current employment immigration landscape and what employers can expect in the adjudication of visa applications. Topics covered include:

Employer responsibility
Employee eligibility criteria
The H-1B visa cap and lottery
Application processes and timing
OPT/STEM status issues
Costs
Adjusting to lawful permanent resident status (“green card”) through employment
Options for start-ups and small employers - including challenges for companies with no revenues

Jason will also provide information on the latest immigration updates, separating fact from rumor regarding proposed work and student visa legislation.

Jason Finkelman will provide mentoring sessions to international entrepreneurs and startups at SXSW on the visa options available to start, invest, and grow their businesses in the U.S. The sessions will also provide current travel guidance to foreign nationals seeking to enter the U.S. for business in the current immigration landscape.

https://schedule.sxsw.com/2018/events/PP71523

Understanding the Changing U.S. Immigration Landscape for Entrepreneurs & Startups

The U.S. immigration system is undergoing changes at a rapid pace and placing new hurdles in front of foreign professionals, entrepreneurs and startups.  Join Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman for a lively and informative discussion on the visa options for foreign entrepreneurs seeking to establish and work for their startups in the U.S., as well as how U.S. businesses can grow their companies with foreign talent.  Jason will provide tips for navigating the current employment immigration landscape and what to expect for the upcoming H-1B visa season.

RSVP:  https://www.eventbrite.com/d/tx--austin/wework/

The University of Texas McCombs School of Business hosts a conversation with Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman, on the visa options for foreign entrepreneurs seeking to establish and work for their startups in the U.S., as well as how U.S. businesses can grow their companies with foreign talent.  Jason will provide tips for navigating the current employment immigration landscape and what to expect for the upcoming H-1B visa season.

Texas A&M University's Startup AggieLand hosts a conversation with Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman, on the visa options for foreign entrepreneurs seeking to establish and work for their startups in the U.S., as well as how U.S. businesses can grow their companies with foreign talent.  Jason will provide tips for navigating the current employment immigration landscape and what to expect for the upcoming H-1B visa season.

RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/events/140418109976838/

ATX HR welcomes Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman, for a discussion on international talent acquisition and the changing employment-immigration landscape for employers and human resources professionals.  Jason will discuss the evolving immigration options available for U.S. business looking to grow their companies with foreign professionals and examine the recent issues faced by employers seeking to hire global talent.  The conversation will cover tips for navigating the current employment-immigration landscape and what to expect for the upcoming H-1B visa season.

RSVP - https://www.meetup.com/ATX-HR/events/243535424/

Join Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman, for a panel discussion on how the issue of undocumented immigrants and DACA are affecting tech startups as part of Austin Startup Week.  This intimate discussion will dive deep into how political developments surrounding the DACA debate are impacting the world of entrepreneurship and startup companies in Austin and around the country.

RSVP - http://sched.co/CIrN

Join Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman, for a panel discussion on how politics are affecting tech startups as part of Austin Startup Week.  This intimate discussion will dive deep into how political developments are impacting the world of entrepreneurship and startup companies.

RSVP - https://thetechmap.com/Event/GetTickets/32845-startup-week-panel-how-is-our-current-politics-affecting-the-tech-startups

The U.S. immigration system places many hurdles in front of international professionals, as well as foreign startups and entrepreneurs seeking to work and live in the United States.  Join Immigration Attorney, Jason Finkelman for a lively and informative discussion on the visa options for U.S. businesses looking to grow their companies with international talent, along with the issues foreign entrepreneurs face in obtaining visas to establish and work for their startups in the U.S..  Jason will provide tips for navigating the current employment-immigration landscape and explore the changes that may be on the horizon for high-skilled immigrants.

The U.S. immigration system places many hurdles in front of small businesses, as well as foreign startups and entrepreneurs, seeking to work and live in the United States. Join Immigration Attorney Jason Finkelman for a lively and informative discussion on the visa options for small businesses looking to grow their companies with international talent, along with the issues foreign entrepreneurs face in obtaining visas to establish and work for their startups in the U.S. Jason will provide tips for navigating the current employment-immigration landscape and explore the changes that may be on the horizon for high-skilled immigrants.

RSVP: https://nvite.com/sbfaustin/afce