Cambridge, MA immigration lawyer Jeff Goldman explains the most important thing employers need to know about immigration compliance. He emphasizes that the most important thing for employers to understand about immigration compliance is documentation—thorough, accurate documentation. Federal law requires all companies to verify whether an employee is legally authorized to work in the United States, and this must be completed within the first three days of employment. This applies universally, whether the employer is a multibillion-dollar multinational corporation or a small, family-run convenience store.

His firm assists employers across the country in ensuring that they are properly implementing this legal requirement. Under the Trump administration, enforcement of these compliance laws increased significantly, making it more crucial than ever for employers to confirm that their employees are legally authorized to work.

He works with a wide range of businesses—from restaurants and fish processing plants to hotels and car dealerships—to determine whether all employees are authorized to work and whether the company is in compliance with federal regulations. He stresses that it is critical for employers to voluntarily review their workforce. By doing so, companies can protect themselves while also exploring legal pathways for foreign nationals who might be undocumented to work legally in the United States, all under the guidance of counsel experienced in immigration law.