September 11, 2003 - Seminar On Hospitality Industry

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-----------------IMMIGRATION DAILY FROM ILW.COM------------------

September 11, 2003

Contents:
1.  Editor's Comments: Seminar On Hospitality Industry
2.  ILW Focus: Registration Deadline Is Thursday, September 11th
3.  Article by Muzaffer A. Chishti et. al of the Migration Policy
Institute:  America's Challenge: Domestic Security, Civil
Liberties, And National Unity After September 11
4.  Immigration Law News
    (a)  Passport Restriction Decision Is Not Yet Final
    (b)  BALCA Says Employer's Offer To Readvertise Is Too Late
    (c)  DOS Seeks Comments
    (d)  DOS Redesignates AUC As Foreign Terrorist Organization
    (e)  US Re-entry Policy May Change
    (f)  Alien Awaiting Deportation Looks At What Could Have Been
5.  Classifieds: Help Wanted: Experienced Immigration Paralegal (3) And 
Experienced Immigration Paralegal (2) And Entry-Level Paralegals (1)
And Immigration Law Books
6.  Letters to the Editor (4)

http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/digest/2003,0911.shtm

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1.  EDITOR'S COMMENTS

Seminar On Hospitality Industry

ILW.COM's upcoming telephonic seminar will cover immigration law
issues affecting the hospitality industry from a holistic
perspective. Non-immigrant and immigrant matters will be
discussed for both hi-skill and lo-skill jobs in the hotel,
resorts and restaurant industries. The deadline to register is
Thursday, September 11th. For more info, including detailed
curriculum, speaker bios, and registration information, please see: 
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/seminars/august2003.shtm
For the fax version, please see:
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/seminars/august2003.pdf

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2.  ILW FOCUS

Registration Deadline Is Thursday, September 11th

The registration deadline for "Immigration For The Spirit, Body,
And Soul: Entertainers/Artists/ Athletes, Chefs/Cooks, Religious
Workers" is Thursday, September 11th. The curriculum is as follows:

FIRST Phone Session on August 27: Entertainers, Artists and Athletes
1. The Non-Immigrant Categories

++O-1 Individuals of Extraordinary Ability

++Meeting the evidence tests to show one is "extraordinary"
++Dealing with peer group consultations
++Special standards for motion picture and television productions
++Dual intent issues
++P Visas for Performing Athletes and Entertainers

++When to file a P-1 case instead of an O-1
++Special rules for circus performers
++Dual intent and consultation issues
++P-2 visas for performers using exchange programs
++P-3 visas for culturally unique performer
++Q-1 visas for Cultural Exchange Visitors
++Other potential NIV categories for artists and entertainers

2. Immigrant Visas

++EB-1 Extraordinary Ability in the Arts and Athletics
++EB-2 National Interest Cases
++EB-2 Schedule A, Group II Cases for Exceptional Ability Applicants
++Other potential IV categories for artists and entertainers

SECOND Phone Session on September 15:Hospitality Workers  

1. Non-Immigrant Options for Chefs, Cooks and other 
hospitality workers

++B-1 visas for domestic employees
++E-2 visas for owners, executives, managers and specialized
employees of foreign-owned hotels and restaurants
++H-1B visas for management level chefs and hospitality
management employees
++H-2B visas for temporary and seasonal employees
++J-1 trainees
++L-1 intracompany transfers
++O-1s for outstanding chefs and distinguished managers
++TN visas for hotel managers
++H-3 trainees   

2. Green Card Options for Chefs, Cooks and other
hospitality workers

++EB-1 Multinational Managers
++EB-1 Extraordinary Ability chefs and manager
++Labor Certifications for "foreign specialty" cooks and chef and
hospitality management employees   

THIRD Phone Session on October 9:Religious Workers  

1. R-1 Nonimmigrant Religious Workers

++Key requirements
++What is a religious denomination?
++What types of religious workers qualify?
++The 501(c)(3) requirement
++Experience requirements
++The application process
++Dual intent issues
++Pay requirements   

2. EB-4 Immigrant Visas for Religious Workers

++Key requirements
++How does the EB-4 category differ from the R-1 visa?
++Can volunteers qualify?
++What types of religious workers qualify?
++How can a church show it has the ability to pay?
++The application process
++Sunset provisions   

3. Other possible strategies   

The deadline to register is Thursday, September 11th. For more info, 
including detailed curriculum, speaker bios, and registration 
information, please see:
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/seminars/august2003.shtm
For the fax version, please see:
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/seminars/august2003.pdf
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/focus/2003,0911-seminar.shtm
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3.  FEATURED ARTICLE

America's Challenge: Domestic Security, Civil Liberties, And
National Unity After September 11

Muzaffer A. Chishti et. al of the Migration Policy Institute
provide a summary excerpt of its findings and recommendations
based on one of the most comprehensive surveys conducted on
September 11 detainees.
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/colum_article/articles/2003,0911-chishti.pdf
http://www.migrationpolicy.org
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4.  IMMIGRATION LAW NEWS

(a) Passport Restriction Decision Is Not Yet Final

During a Department of State press briefing, DOS Spokesman
Boucher responded to the decision to delay the enactment of
passport restrictions.
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/dos_news/2003,0911-briefing.shtm

(b) BALCA Says Employer's Offer To Readvertise Is Too Late

In the Matter of Fleetwash, Inc. No. 2003-INA-56 (BALCA, Aug. 21,
2003), the Board of Alien Labor Certification Appeals said that
Employer made no offer to readvertise in the rebuttal, much less
an unequivocal offer to readvertise and that Employer's offer to
readvertise came too late to require the Certifying Officer to
permit readvertisement.
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/dol_news/2003,0911-Diskite.pdf

(c) DOS Seeks Comments

The Department of State sought comments on Form DS-1884, petition
to classify special immigrant under INA 203(b)(4) as an
employee or former employee of the US government.
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/federal_reg/2003,0911-ds1884.shtm

(d) DOS Redesignates AUC As Foreign Terrorist Organization

The Department of State redesignated the United Self-Defense
Forces of Colombia" also known as the "Autodefensas Unidas de
Colombia" or "AUC" as a foreign terrorist organization pursuant
to section 219(a) of the INA.
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/federal_reg/2003,0911-auc.shtm
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(e)  US Re-entry Policy May Change
(f)  Alien Awaiting Deportation Looks At What Could Have Been
For links to these articles, click here:
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/digest/2003,0911.shtm#Other-items
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5.  CLASSIFIEDS:

(a) Help Wanted: Experienced Immigration Attorney
Blumenfeld, Kaplan & Sandweiss, P.C. (BKS),
http://www.bks-law.com/bks/
a full-service law firm in St. Louis, MO seeks an associate with
1-3 years of employment-based immigration experience. Experience
with immigration issues related to physicians is a big plus. BKS
offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Send resume +
cover letter to Chris Williams, Immigration Law Practice Group,
168 North Meramec Avenue, 4th Floor, Clayton, Missouri 63105. No
phone inquiries please.

(b) Help Wanted: Experienced Immigration Paralegal
Kemp Smith LLP,
http://www.kempsmith.com
founded in 1866, seeks to hire an experienced paralegal for its
business, family, consular, and inspections based immigration
practice located in El Paso, TX. Responsibilities include
continuous professional interaction with clients, staff, and
federal agencies; timely preparation of filings with the
Departments of Labor, State, and Homeland Security; and case
monitoring. Excellent analytical, organizational, and writing
skills are required. Computer and Internet literacy is essential,
while Internet research skills are ideal. Proficiency in Word,
Powerpoint, and case management software are all a plus.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred. Fluency in a second
language in either Spanish, Japanese, or German is desired.
Please forward your resume to Firm Administrator via e-mail at
mailto:address@hidden or fax 915-546-5360.

(c) Help Wanted: Experienced Immigration Paralegal
Goel & Associates, P.C. (G&A) ,
http://www.goellaw.com/goel.asp
a leading business immigration law firm, seeks an experienced
immigration paralegal to join its fast-paced corporate
immigration practice located in Greenbelt, MD. Candidates must
have at least one year of business immigration experience,
ideally with H-1B, L-1, Labor Certification, and I-140/Adjustment
of Status cases for clients in the high tech sector. A college
degree, excellent communication and organizational skills,
knowledge of PC applications, and the ability to work
independently are required. We offer an outstanding work
environment and an excellent compensation and benefits package,
including a business-casual dress policy, health and dental
insurance, 401(K), free parking, and more. To apply, please send
resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to
mailto:address@hidden, or fax to 301-313-0445.

(d) Help Wanted: Experienced Immigration Attorney
Stoll, Keenon & Park,
http://www.skp.com/firm_profile/index.html
one of Kentucky's oldest and largest law firms founded in 1897,
seeks an experienced business immigration attorney based either
in its Lexington or Louisville, Kentucky office. Minimum 2+ years
of full-time experience in preparing H-1B, L-1, E-2, TN, labor
cert, I-140, and AOS applications is required. Candidate must
have a stellar academic record as well as possess excellent
research and writing skills. The position requires a highly
organized individual who is proficient with case management
software. We offer a great working environment and a competitive
salary and benefits package. Email resume + cover letter to
Denise Wilson, Human Resources Manager at mailto:address@hidden
or fax to (859) 253-1093. EOE

(e) Help Wanted: Experienced And Entry-Level Paralegals
Greenberg Traurig,
http://www.gtlaw.com/practices/immigration/index.asp
a large international law firm, has openings in its Tysons Corner
office for experienced and entry-level immigration
specialists/paralegals. Will train for entry-level/junior
position. Both positions require a Bachelors degree; experienced
position requires 3+ yrs of experience in the immigration field,
with at least one year at a senior level. Strong organizational,
written, computer and verbal skills are required. Excellent
benefits and compensation packages offered. Send resume + cover
letter, including salary requirements by either fax: 703-714-8378
or email: mailto:address@hidden Please state the position,
experienced or entry-level position, that you are applying for.

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Administrative Decisions under Immigration and Nationality Laws.
Each book contains a detailed topical index, is annotated and is
updated annually to reflect the latest changes in regulations.
These four books constitute an indispensable library of primary
resource materials for any immigration practitioner. For more
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6.  LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

(a) Dear Editor:
It seems awfully ironic that the band of people ferociously
advocating free trade and globalization in the name of efficient
global markets and capitalism, regardless of the costs to the
environment or potentially devastating effects on developing
nations, are often the same people that oppose immigration (which
comes mostly from those developing nations) and therefore oppose
globalization of a key component of economic growth: labor.  Name
Not Provided
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/letters/2003,0911-anon.shtm

(b) Dear Editor:
I read with amusement the letter to the Editor sent in by Elise Hines
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/letters/2003,0910-hines.shtm
concerning her husband's deportation, her praise for three
ILW.COM referred lawyers, and her obvious contempt for other
lawyers and the system of American law in general. At first I
thought this story was a joke. But the only joke appears to be
Ms. Hines' naive expectation that justice is truly blind and that
justice ignores the law. Regardless of what immigration lawyers
who work for free and who do not have case responsibility (Monday
morning quarterbacks), I believe Ms. Hines should just accept the
fact that her beloved husband is a liar, a cheat, a fraud and a
con man.  Imagine, with a phony token in Las Vegas casino, trying
to get rich quick on someone else's "nickel". Then, imagine that
same person falsifying a birth certificate...then obtaining a
Social Security number, holding himself out to be a US citizen,
and  . (drumroll) . voting. Does not Ms. Hines know that
this in and of itself is ground for deportation under the laws of
the United States of America, which her husband should have been
following and not breaking? Ms. Hines says she feels "violated
and victimized", but it is the US, its citizens and every foreign
national that has followed US immigration law to obtain their
right to remain in the USA who are the victim of her husband's
deceit and utter contempt for all aspects of law and right. Ms.
Hines' husband can "consider" himself an American all he wants,
but I, for one, am happy to see the system finally caught and
deported a cheater. It proves that indeed there is sometimes,
somewhere, such a thing as justice.   David D. Murray, Esq.
Newport Beach, CA
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/letters/2003,0911-Murray.shtm

(c) Dear Editor:
The Migration Policy Institute issued the following press release.
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/letters/2003,0911-mpi.pdf.
Ana Claros  Migration Policy Institute
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/letters/2003,0911-Claros.shtm

(d) Dear Editor:
The National Immigration Forum issued the following press
release.   Members of Congress and advocacy organizations that
want to reduce legal immigration are using the second anniversary
of the September 11 terrorist attacks to drum up support for
nativist immigration policies.  However, as they try to drive a
wedge between the native-born and immigrants, it is important to
remember that immigrants are part of the fabric of our nation.
Like everyone else, immigrants were devastated by the events of
9-11; and like everyone else, they have been critical
contributors as America defends herself and recovers from the
attacks.     Immigrants Were Among The Heroes And Victims Of
9-11: According to the U.S. State Department, an estimated one
out of every six people to perish in the World Trade Center was
foreign-born or held citizenship of another country -- some 494
victims from 90 countries.  As firefighters, police, paramedics,
steelworkers, doctors, and volunteers, immigrants were among the
ordinary people who did extraordinary things to help on that
tragic day.     Immigrant Workers Were Critical To Rebuilding The
Pentagon: The Phoenix Project, which rebuilt the damaged Pentagon
in record time, had a workforce in which immigrants from thirty
countries were represented.  Immigrants from Central America and
other parts of Latin America played a critical role in this
massive reconstruction effort, and making up approximately 40
percent of the crew, forfeiting weekends and vacations to
complete the project ahead of schedule.  (See U.S. Symbol,
Latino Muscle; Many Workers Restoring Pentagon Are Immigrants,
Proud of Efforts,Washington Post, April 4, 2002)     Immigrants
Are Serving This Country in Our Armed Forces and Making the
Ultimate Sacrifice: In Afghanistan, Iraq, Liberia, and around the
world, immigrants, some not yet citizens, are serving in the
military with distinction.    More than 60,000 immigrants serve
on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and make up nearly 5
percent of all enlisted personnel on active duty in the U.S.
Armed Forces.  Nearly 7 percent of U.S. Navy enlisted personnel
are immigrants.  Approximately 109,400 Hispanics serve in the
military as enlisted personnel, with an additional 7,700
officers.  There are approximately 3,500 Arab Americans serving
in the armed forces.     Immigrants Have Made Significant
Contributions To The Defense Of America: More than 20 percent of
the recipients of the Congressional Medal of Honor in U.S. wars
have been immigrants (716 of the 3,406 Medal of Honor
recipients); 39 recipients have been Hispanic.  Half a million
immigrants fought in the Union Army during the Civil War.  A
special regimental combat team made up of the sons of Japanese
immigrants was the most decorated of its size during World War
II.  Major U.S. weapons, such as a more advanced ironclad ship,
the submarine, the helicopter, and the atomic and hydrogen bombs
were developed by immigrants. As the nation continues to recover
and rebuild, we should be standing shoulder to shoulder to bring
our nation together, ensure national security, and build unity
out of our diversity.  Douglas G. Rivlin National Immigration Forum
http://www.ilw.com/lawyers/immigdaily/letters/2003,0911-rivlin.shtm
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