Program Details
2026-03-27 13:00:00
Over 1,000+ webinars
Course Overview
2026-03-27 13:00:00
2h CLE Credits
Intermediate
2
1:00 pm - 1:20 pm ESTExamine the sweeping regulatory shifts reshaping how Employment Authorization Documents are issued and renewed, including shortened validity periods and new procedural requirements that directly impact employer obligations and workforce planning strategies.
Anne RowleyNikki Whetstone 1:20 pm - 1:40 pm ESTAnalyze the elimination of automatic EAD extensions and its immediate compliance consequences, including authorization gaps, tightened reverification timelines, and the urgent operational adjustments employers must make to avoid unauthorized employment violations.
Anne RowleyNikki Whetstone 1:40 pm - 2:00 pm ESTExplore how policy changes affect specific EAD categories differently, and understand the critical intersection between employment authorization documents and underlying immigration status, equipping practitioners to advise clients navigating complex, category-specific compliance obligations.
Anne RowleyNikki Whetstone 2:10 pm - 2:30 pm ESTMaster the procedural requirements for I-9 reverification under the new regulatory framework, and develop practical strategies for managing work authorization gaps before they trigger employer liability or workforce disruptions during federal inspections.
Anne RowleyNikki Whetstone 2:30 pm - 2:50 pm ESTAssess escalating enforcement trends and the dual liability risks employers face — both for immigration violations and discrimination claims — while gaining actionable frameworks to protect clients from costly penalties and reputational damage.
Anne RowleyNikki Whetstone 3:10 pm - 2:50 pm ESTBuild audit-ready compliance programs by implementing proven EAD tracking systems, internal audit protocols, and proactive employer strategies that minimize enforcement exposure and position clients for sustainable, long-term immigration compliance success.
Anne RowleyNikki WhetstoneAnne Rowley is a business immigration attorney with a particular focus on international students and early-career professionals, helping them understand and successfully complete the transition from academic study to employment in the United States. A frequent author, presenter, and media commentator on immigration law developments, she speaks with particular emphasis on employment authorization, H-1B visas, and issues affecting F-1 international students and exchange visitors, and is recognized for translating complex regulatory developments into practical guidance for employers, institutions, and individuals.
Nikki Whetstone is a strategic and analytically driven immigration attorney whose practice spans the full spectrum of corporate and individual immigration law. As Managing Attorney at Grossman Young & Hammond, she brings a sophisticated case-building approach to complex business immigration matters — one shaped by years of representing global financial and technology giants, and refined through her deep commitment to pro bono advocacy. Nikki is known for her ability to research, analyze, and architect case strategy for the most demanding immigration scenarios, making her a trusted resource for employers and individuals navigating an increasingly volatile regulatory landscape.
Anne Rowley is a business immigration attorney with a particular focus on international students and early-career professionals, helping them understand and successfully complete the transition from academic study to employment in the United States. A frequent author, presenter, and media commentator on immigration law developments, she speaks with particular emphasis on employment authorization, H-1B visas, and issues affecting F-1 international students and exchange visitors, and is recognized for translating complex regulatory developments into practical guidance for employers, institutions, and individuals.
Nikki Whetstone is a strategic and analytically driven immigration attorney whose practice spans the full spectrum of corporate and individual immigration law. As Managing Attorney at Grossman Young & Hammond, she brings a sophisticated case-building approach to complex business immigration matters — one shaped by years of representing global financial and technology giants, and refined through her deep commitment to pro bono advocacy. Nikki is known for her ability to research, analyze, and architect case strategy for the most demanding immigration scenarios, making her a trusted resource for employers and individuals navigating an increasingly volatile regulatory landscape.
Requirements
The Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission requires attorneys to complete 12 credits, including 1 ethics, by December 31 of each year. All credits must be reported by February 15 of the following year. A maximum of 12 credits, including 1 ethics credit, may be carried over for 1 year only.
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