Immigration compliance has entered a new phase in 2026. Employers are facing heightened oversight, more targeted enforcement activity, and less tolerance for documentation gaps—even when mistakes are unintentional. From I-9 inspections to work authorization verification, organizations are being held to higher standards with real financial and reputational consequences.

This timely webinar equips employers with the clarity and structure needed to meet today’s immigration requirements without fear, confusion, or missteps. Designed for HR, compliance, and leadership teams, the session focuses on what enforcement agencies are actually looking for, how employers can prepare before an issue arises, and how to respond effectively if scrutiny begins.

Attendees will learn how to assess their current practices, correct vulnerabilities, and implement defensible procedures that withstand audits and investigations. The session goes beyond checklists —explaining why certain practices create risk and how to build systems that remain compliant even as rules and priorities evolve.

Just as importantly, this training addresses the human side of immigration compliance. Employers must navigate sensitive employee concerns carefully to avoid discrimination, retaliation, or inconsistent treatment. This webinar provides practical guidance for maintaining neutrality, protecting employee rights, and ensuring that immigration-related conversations are handled lawfully and professionally.

What You’ll Learn:

• How immigration enforcement priorities are shifting in 2026—and what that means for employers
• Common I-9 and work authorization errors that trigger audits and penalties
• How to prepare for internal reviews, external inspections, and government requests
• Steps to build compliant, repeatable hiring and documentation processes
• How to respond appropriately to employee immigration-related questions or concerns
• Ways to reduce exposure to discrimination or retaliation claims while enforcing compliance
• Best practices for maintaining consistency across departments and locations

Who Should Attend:

This webinar is designed for:

• HR professionals and managers
• Compliance officers and internal audit teams
• In-house legal counsel
• Business owners and executive leadership
• Anyone responsible for hiring, onboarding, or employment eligibility verification

Employers that take a proactive, informed approach to immigration compliance in 2026 will be better positioned to avoid enforcement actions, protect their workforce, and operate with confidence. This session delivers the practical tools and legal perspective needed to do exactly that.