Immigration Law: What Employers, Unions and Employees Need to Know

Program

In today’s workplace, knowledge of immigration law is essential for employers, employees and unions alike. While Congress has not changed the law, the practices of immigration enforcement, as well as the administrative guidance and implementation, are changing under the current administration. Learn what you need to know from a panel of immigration law experts at our free virtual program.

Speakers

Lakshmi Challa

Lakshmi Challa is the Founder and Managing Attorney of Challa Law Group in Richmond, Virginia, with over 30 years of exclusive experience in U.S. immigration law. She works closely with state and federal economic development agencies to attract foreign direct investment and advises companies on both immigration strategy and long-term U.S. market expansion. Her practice serves a diverse global client base, including entrepreneurs, start-ups, Fortune 500 companies, world-renowned chefs, and Olympic athletes. Lakshmi is a recognized thought leader who has written and spoken internationally on immigration, women in business, and leadership. She has been honored by the Metropolitan Business League, the YWCA, and NAWBO for her legal excellence, business leadership, and entrepreneurial achievements. Her strong industry and community connections also support meaningful pro bono efforts assisting victims of domestic violence and human trafficking.

Brooke Hollmann

Brooke Hollmann is member of the immigration practice group at Hunton Andrews Kurth where she provides comprehensive legal advice on a range of US immigrant and nonimmigrant matters to multinational companies across various industries.  She has also provided pro bono assistance to individuals seeking lawful permanent residence in the U.S.  Brooke will speak about employer rights and responsibilities when ICE appears at the workplace.

Jessica Wright

Jessica Wright is an attorney at Hyder Immigration Law, where she represents individuals and families in removal proceedings before the immigration court and through their applications for various forms of humanitarian relief. She graduated from the University of Richmond School of Law where she was honored with the Public Interest Law Association’s Pro Bono award at graduation.  Jessi will speak about the rights of employees in the immigration process.

Schedule

This event will take place from 1 to 2:00 pm Eastern Time.

Location

This event will take place virtually via Zoom. The link to join will be sent to you prior to the program.

Registration and Pricing

This event is free for members and non-members alike, compliments of Virginia LERA! Even though registration is free, we do ask that your register for the event below to reserve your seat.