Mary Kate Fernandez

Following the First Circuit Court of Appeals' July 24 decision denying the federal government’s emergency stay, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has formally updated its official H-1B guidance to reflect the...more Following our initial report on the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts striking down the controversial $100,000 supplemental H-1B fee for consular processing, the legal landscape has rapidly evolved. While...more In a major development following our previous coverage of President Trump’s Proclamation regarding the new H-1B $100,000 fee, a federal judge has completely vacated the policy. On June 8, 2026, U.S. District Judge Leo T....more In the world of mergers and acquisitions, fast-paced closing schedules can hurry critical compliance details. But unaddressed work visa issues in a deal can lead to delayed timelines and price negotiations. Transactions...more