Every employer in the United States is required to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all workers by completing an “I-9” form for each employee.  The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (“IRCA”) established this requirement, while simultaneously imposing a variety of anti-discrimination provisions.  Employers must walk the fine line between verifying the employment authorization of workers, without engaging in unlawful citizenship or nationality discrimination.
                                                         

Although enforcement of these provisions has been lax for years, Immigration and Customs Enforcment (“ICE”) has recently made it a priority to find and prosecute employers who fail to comply with these complex regulations.  Employers across the country are now facing both criminal and civil prosecution for actions related to the hiring of undocumented workers, with potential monetary fines of up to $250,000 and up to ten (10) years imprisonment per violation.

Schroeder Ireland, LLC offers a full-range of services to help companies comply with immigration-related employment regulations.

Specifically, Schroeder Ireland, LLC can help your company: