ICE, I-9, and Homeland Security Audits Defense

Texas Audit Defense Lawyers

Name: DMCA Immigration Attorneys
Telephone: +1-866-690-1844
Price range: $$

DMCA’s Paul Hunker, a former Chief Counsel of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), along with attorneys certified in immigration law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization, can help ensure your company’s hiring practices comply with the law and provide defense if a violation occurs. Whether you are a business or an individual facing an employment audit or have been contacted by ICE or Department of Homeland Security officers, DMCA has the expertise to offer effective guidance and support.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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What Steps Must Texas Employers Take to Verify Employee Work Authorization?

Employers must verify that every employee hired after November 7, 1986, is fully authorized to work in the United States. Within the first 3 business days of hire, companies must review specific documents from the employee and attest under penalty of perjury on Form I-9 that these documents establish both identity and employment authorization.

How Do I Comply With I-9 Verification Requirements?

Federal regulations mandate strict retention policies for all verification records to maintain compliance during audits. The I-9 documentation must remain on file for the entire duration of employment and for at least 3 years post-hire or 1 year after the employment relationship ends.

What Should I Do If I Receive a Notice of Inspection?

Contact qualified legal counsel immediately to review the document and formulate a strategic response. Your attorney will assist you in organizing the required files and representing your business during the government audit.

Are There Penalties for Non-Compliance with Immigration Laws?

Violating immigration regulations often results in significant civil fines or criminal charges against business owners. Your company could also suffer reputational harm and lose the ability to secure federal government contracts.

What Are Employer Responsibilities When Sponsoring a Visa?

Employers must confirm the position meets specific regulatory criteria and pay the prevailing wage determined for that role. You must also keep detailed records to demonstrate that the employment is legitimate and adheres to Department of Labor standards.

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Nikola

I cannot thank DMCA enough for helping me through one of the most stressful periods of my life. After receiving a USCIS Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID) on my Adjustment of Status case, I consulted with multiple immigration attorneys. The overwhelming feedback I received was that my case faced significant challenges and that I…

Bernice

Where can I begin , when you first search for an attorney in hopes to fulfill a long life dream of becoming a permanent resident, it is crucial to make sure you do your research and consult with the correct firm. Monica Saenz is my husbands attorney and I am more than grateful to have…

Ryam

Amy, Noemi, and the team at De Mott, Curtright & Armendáriz were excellent to work with. They were knowledgeable, responsive, and guided us through a complicated immigration process with professionalism and attention to detail. We always felt well-informed and supported, and their advice was instrumental in achieving a successful outcome. We are very grateful for…

Yuridia

We are very happy with everything they did for us! Monica Saenz was always there to help us with everything no matter what it was! Very responsive and on top of things throughout all of our process. Husband had his interview this month and everything went smoothly and he was approved! It definitely does matter…

Ana

Great team! Thank you Noemí and Kendra for always answering my questions. Always giving enough information to my concerns! Thank y’all! They are a great legal team.

Tom

Everything you could hope for from an Immigration Attorney! Linda and Eleni were excellent on helping me through the process. Amy Thomas was incredible with her support. She took the time to explain and really went above and beyond to help me understand each stage of the process. Very responsive and helpful! Highly recommend!

Norma

Quiero tomarme el tiempo para recomendar esta firma de abogados muy profesionales el abogado Justin Tullius hizo un excelente trabajo en mi caso a demás que siempre se mostró muy humano y con mucha empatía com migo y mi familia por qué tuve un caso difícil y también quiero mencionar a su asistente Enrique Contreras…

Lupita

Yo Maria Antonia Licea Sanchez y Mi Familia, le damos gracias DMCA especialmente a Emma Farmer y mi abogada Monica Saenz por su gran trabajo y esfuerzo que hicieron mi proceso mas fácil y gracias a ellos hoy salgo de las sombras. Se los recomiendo al 100%, Siempre atentos cuando tenemos preguntas nos dan la…

Angie M.

They have been great the entire process!! Just wanted to update my review and thank y’all again for everything!!! The process takes time, but it’s definitely worth it, and I appreciate the way you always took time to answer all my questions and guide us through the process!!

Lesley L.

Total help, everything was step by step… endless thanks to lawyer Monica and her assistant Angela… attentive to the case at all times… They guided us perfectly… Highly recommended…