From Stress to Strategy: Handling ICE Visits and Expat Employment Agreements

This practical and engaging program offers legal practitioners a two-part exploration of complex and often high-stakes immigration and employment issues. In the first half, participants will learn how to navigate worksite enforcement and compliance under U.S. immigration law. The section covers what to do when encountering U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) in various settings, how to prepare for re-entry to the U.S. after international travel, and what trends and challenges practitioners can expect from the current administration's immigration policies.

The second half turns to the intricacies of inbound and outbound expatriate employment agreements. From choice of law concerns to non-compete clauses, joint employment risks, visa compliance, and international tax coordination, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to draft and negotiate effective agreements that meet the needs of a global workforce.

Ideal for employment lawyers, in-house counsel, and immigration practitioners, this program delivers practical tips and risk-mitigation strategies for both individual rights and corporate compliance.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify legal rights and recommended responses when interacting with ICE in public, at home, or in the workplace

2. Explain key considerations for clients returning to the U.S. after international travel, including documentation, prior immigration issues, and electronic device searches

3. Analyze current trends in immigration policy enforcement, including delays in benefits processing and reduced agency discretion

4. Recognize common legal issues in expat employment agreements, including conflicts of law, joint employment, tax implications, and visa considerations

5. Draft and negotiate expat agreements that account for key clauses such as termination, benefits, data privacy, and dispute resolution across jurisdictions