What to Do When Immigration and Customs Enforcement Knock on the Door of Your Client's Place of Business

In an era of heightened enforcement, unannounced visits from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) present significant legal and operational risks for businesses. This program provides a practical roadmap for attorneys advising employers on how to navigate worksite investigations while maintaining legal compliance. Participants will explore the scope of government authority, the mechanics of federal warrants, and the critical distinction between administrative and judicial access. The course will further analyze common employer pitfalls during "knocks on the door"-such as unintended consent and failure to protect non-public areas, and provide actionable "best practices" for establishing rapid response protocols and managing I-9 audits.

Learning Objectives: 

1.  Identify the legal limits of ICE worksite investigations and the requirements for a valid federal warrant
2. Advise clients on distinguishing between public and private spaces to avoid unintended consent during an investigation
3. Establish strategies for the legal production of I-9 records and mitigate the risk of non-compliance fines
4. Implement protocols, including staff training and immediate coordination with legal counsel