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DOL Audit: What Employers Need to Know
DOL Audit: What Employers Need to Know Is your company prepared for a Department of Labor (DOL) audit? Attorney Swapnali Kelkar and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA led an informative session on DOL audits, highlighting key compliance considerations and practical strategies for...
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Contract Traps: How Bad Drafting Leads to Expensive Lawsuits
A poorly drafted contract can turn a routine business relationship into a costly legal dispute. Unclear language, missing protections, and overlooked provisions can expose businesses to unnecessary risks, unexpected liabilities, and expensive litigation. Partner and Attorney Ashima Arora Chock…
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Avoiding RFEs & Denials: How to Build a Stronger Immigration Filing
Strengthening Immigration Filings: Avoiding Common Errors and RFEs Immigration filings leave little room for preventable errors. Missing evidence, inconsistencies, outdated forms, incorrect filing fees, or overlooked requirements can lead to delays, Requests for Evidence (RFEs), and in some…
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H-1B & F-1: What's New and What's Ahead
Attorney and Partner Mishita Jethi and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA led an informative session covering the latest developments affecting H-1B and F-1 visa holders, including recently implemented changes as well as proposed rules that could impact employers, international…
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U.S. Immigration in Flux: Major H-1B and Immigrant Visa Developments
The U.S. immigration landscape continued to evolve, with several significant developments that could affect employers, foreign nationals, and families navigating the immigration process. Partner and Attorney Gladys Gervacio and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA led an informative...
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Bookkeeping Mistakes That Become Bigger Problems: Get Ready for Year-End
As year-end approached, small bookkeeping mistakes had the potential to turn into larger accounting, tax, and audit challenges. Businesses following the accrual method of accounting or preparing for year-end audits were encouraged to review their books, identify potential issues, and ensure their...
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4 Key Changes Employers and Foreign Nationals Should Watch
U.S. immigration policy continued to evolve, bringing several significant regulatory and procedural developments into focus. Partner and Attorney Min Kim and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA led an informative discussion highlighting four important immigration developments relevant…
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The Path to U.S. Citizenship: Naturalization in 2026
Attorney Ujwala Bagal and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA presented an informative session on The Path to U.S. Citizenship: Naturalization in 2026. The session provided an overview of the U.S. naturalization process, highlighted important eligibility requirements, and discussed…
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F-1 Visa RFEs on the Rise: What Every International Student Needs to Know
Requests for Evidence (RFEs) for F-1 students have become increasingly common, making it essential for applicants to understand the issues USCIS is closely examining. Attorney Sreelatha Babu and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA, led an informative discussion on emerging trends in F-1...
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Website Privacy Enforcement: What Businesses Need to Fix Now
Website privacy enforcement is accelerating, and businesses of all sizes are facing increased scrutiny over how their websites collect, use, and share consumer data. In this informative session, Attorney Maureen A. Scorese and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA, discussed the latest...
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India Expansion Masterclass: What U.S. Businesses Need to Know
Rahul Agarwalla, Consulting Partner, and Arianna Gonzalez, MBA, Client Services Manager, led a practical masterclass covering the key legal, tax, and compliance considerations for U.S. companies expanding into India. The session explored the 10 essential factors businesses should consider before...
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Why and How Audits Matter for Small and Medium Businesses
CHUGH LLP hosted an insightful session, “Why and How Audits Matter for Small and Medium Businesses.” Senior Accountants Priyanka Mehta and Tejaswini Chandolu, along with Arianna Gonzalez, Client Services Manager, discussed the importance of audits for small and medium-sized businesses…
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H-1B Cap Filing: Avoiding RFEs Before They Happen
Attorney Swapnali Kelkar and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA, presented an informative session focused on helping employers, HR professionals, and H-1B beneficiaries navigate the cap filing process with confidence. The speakers discussed common H-1B cap filing mistakes and the steps...
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Planning Your Future Together: Fiancé Visa vs. Marriage Green Card
We hosted an informative session presented by Immigration Attorney Jioselin Juarez Contreras, Esq., Executive Director Carmen Lopez, and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA. Many couples assume that the K-1 fiancé visa is always the fastest or easiest path to living together in the…
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USCIS' New AOS Policy Pivot: Emerging Implications for Business Immigration
USCIS released a new policy memorandum that dramatically impacted how Adjustment of Status (AOS) adjudications were reviewed and processed for aspiring U.S. permanent resident applicants. The policy memorandum, as constructed, appeared broad and had potentially far-reaching implications for both...
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Breaking Down the June Visa Bulletin & DOL’s Proposed Wage Increases
Breaking Down the June Visa Bulletin & DOL’s Proposed Wage Increases Partner & Attorney Gladys Gervacio and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA, hosted an immigration law webinar covering the latest developments impacting employers and foreign national employees. During the session, the...
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F-1 Visa Changes on the Horizon & H-1B Cap Season Insights
We hosted a timely live session covering key developments impacting international students and beneficiaries of H-1B cap petitions during this H-1B cap season. The discussion focused on a newly proposed DHS rule that could significantly change how F-1 student status is managed in the U.S.,...
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C-Corporation Tax Strategies: Planning for Efficiency & Growth
An informative session was presented by Senior Tax Accountant Sanika Gore, CPA, ACA, MBA and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA. The session explored key tax planning strategies designed specifically for C-corporations, including ways to minimize tax liability, maximize deductions, and...
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Beyond the H-1B Lottery: Filing Steps & Alternative Visa Options
Beyond the H-1B Lottery: Filing Steps & Alternative Visa Options An informative session was presented by Senior Partner & Attorney Navdeep Toor Meamber and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA. The session guided attendees through key next steps following the H-1B lottery, including…
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Beyond Deductions: Strategic Tax Planning After OBBBA
We hosted a concise and practical discussion on tax planning after OBBBA, led by Senior Accountant Juhi Khandelwal and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA. The session focused on the critical shift from maximizing deductions to managing adjusted gross income (AGI), which now drives...
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Employment Law: The Good, The Bad, and What Employers Must Watch Out For
We hosted an engaging and informative session, Employment Law: The Good, The Bad, and What Employers Must Watch Out For, where we explored key developments, common pitfalls, and practical strategies in today’s evolving employment law landscape. The session was presented by Attorney Maureen A. and...
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What’s New in Form I-129? Critical Updates for H-1B Filings
We recently hosted an informative session covering important updates to Form I-129 for H-1B petitions. During the session, our Partner and Attorney Mishita Jethi and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA discussed recent changes to the form, their practical implications for employers and...
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Navigating Cross-Border Business and Tax Compliance in 2026
Legal and Tax Consultant Sonam Agrawal and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez covered key legal and tax updates shaping 2026. The discussion included cross-border compliance requirements, corporate structuring considerations, and individual tax obligations for globally mobile professionals....
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Are You Leaving Money on the Table? Understanding Tax Credits
"Are You Leaving Money on the Table? Understanding Tax Credits”? CPA Jaykumar Patel and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez shared a practical overview of key tax credits available to businesses and individuals. The session covered eligibility requirements, commonly overlooked opportunities,...
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Understanding Good Moral Character Requirements for Naturalization
Please join us for an informative session on the Good Moral Character requirements for the N-400, Application for Naturalization. Attorney Swapnali Kelkar and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA provided an in-depth overview of how USCIS evaluates good moral character, common issues…
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Mentor-Protégé Program: Overview, Eligibility, and Benefits
In this session, Attorney Mengxin “Esther” Cui and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA provided an overview of the Mentor-Protégé Program, discussed eligibility requirements and key benefits, and shared practical insights on how businesses could leverage the program for growth through...
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Mukherji v. Miller: A New Court Decision Every EB-1A Applicant Should Know
In this session, Partner and Attorney Min Kim and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA broke down a recent federal court decision addressing EB-1 extraordinary ability petitions. This was the first decision to hold that USCIS impermissibly created and applied the EB-1A two-step, or…
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Strategic H-1B Planning for FY 2027: Risks, Opportunities, & Best Practices
Join our Partner and Immigration Partner Gladys Gervacio and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez for an essential session on preparing for the evolving landscape of H-1B visas. With significant changes to the H-1B cap process on the horizon – including the shift from a random lottery to a...
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Planning for Tomorrow: A Guide to Individual Retirement Planning
We hosted an informative session on Individual Retirement Planning, presented by Accountants Raksha Rathod and Heena Patel, along with Arianna Gonzalez, Client Services Manager. The speakers shared practical insights and strategies to help individuals effectively plan for retirement. The…
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Navigating DHS’s New H-1B Cap Selection Rule
#ThursdayTalksPodcast This session provided a clear and practical overview of the new H-1B cap selection framework and what it means for employers, HR professionals, and foreign national employees. During the session, our presenters discussed the key aspects of the DHS announcement, including the...
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Navigating 2025 Tax Changes: Federal and California Updates Explained
We hosted an informative session on the 2025 Federal and California tax updates impacting individuals and small businesses. As tax laws continue to evolve, staying ahead of key legislative changes remains critical for effective planning and compliance. During the session, Tax Accountant Sheenam…
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Key Updates & Common Myths Every Applicant Should Understand
Chugh LLP hosted an informative session presented by Senior Partner & Attorney Navdeep Toor Meamber and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA. The session covered the latest developments in U.S. immigration, clarified common misconceptions that often lead to delays or denials, and…
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Smart and Strategic Year-End Tax Planning
Partner & CPA Bhakti Suba and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez hosted a live session on Smart and Strategic Year-End Tax Planning. As 2025 came to a close, the session helped attendees make the most of the remaining weeks to optimize their tax position before year-end opportunities…
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From Numbers to Strategy: Turning Financial Data Into Business Decisions
Partner Jyoti Jhaveri and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA hosted a session focused on moving beyond traditional accounting to uncover the “why” behind the numbers—transforming financial data into actionable insights. Participants explored how key reports, metrics, and trends can...
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Data Privacy, Cybersecurity and AI Risks, and Litigation
We recently hosted an insightful session on data privacy, cybersecurity compliance, and AI risks. Our expert panel — Maureen A., Prateek Tiwari, and Arianna Gonzalez, MBA — discussed evolving global privacy laws like the GDPR, CCPA, and India’s DPDP Act, cross-border data transfers, and the...
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Mastering USCIS Interviews: Family-Based, Naturalization, Employment-Based
Immigration Attorney Jioselin Juarez Contreras and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez led an informative session on navigating USCIS interviews, including family-based, naturalization, and employment-based cases. They guided attendees through the essentials of USCIS interview preparation,...
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Immigration Policy Updates: H-1B, F/J/I Rules, and USCIS GMC Guidance
Our Partner and Attorney Min Kim, along with Client Services Arianna Gonzalez, MBA, presented a timely immigration update. They provided an overview of the latest policy developments and answered questions live. The discussion covered three important updates: H-1B cap weighted selection proposed...
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“H-1B Amendments: Dos and Don’ts.”
The session provided valuable insights into when and why an H-1B amendment is necessary, what employers and employees should be aware of, and how to avoid common pitfalls. Our expert panel — Immigration Attorney Jacqueline Gonzalez Valle, Executive Manager and Immigration Team Lead Carmen Lopez,...
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The One Big Beautiful Bill Breakdown
Big changes came — and we made sure businesses were ready. CPA - Tax Senior Sanika Gore, Tax Senior Subbalakshmy Ganesan, and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez broke down the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” They discussed: ✅ Key tax and business reform highlights ✅ How these changes could...
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DHS Proposal to Replace Randomized H-1B Lottery with Weighted-Based Selection Criteria
We recently hosted a session on the DHS’s proposed rule to replace the current H-1B lottery with a weighted-based selection system. Although the rule has not yet been made public, there is speculation that it could prioritize H-1B cap registrations for occupations offering higher wages…
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Navigating Local-Level Taxes for Businesses: What You Need to Know
Navigating tax obligations at the local level was just as important as managing state and federal taxes, especially for businesses operating across multiple jurisdictions. We hosted an informative session where our CPAs, Shruti Shah and Heena Patel, along with Client Services Manager Arianna...
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Smart Moves to Avoid Litigation
In our recent session on Smart Moves to Avoid Litigation offered valuable strategies for staying ahead of legal challenges. Attorney Maureen A. and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA, shared practical tips to help individuals and businesses protect themselves through strong contracts,...
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Citizenship by Birth: Rights, Risks, and the Road Ahead
We hosted a session on the Birthright Citizenship Executive Order and its current legal position. Diya A. Mathews, Partner and Attorney, and Arianna Gonzalez, MBA, Client Services Manager, led the discussion. They explored the legal background of birthright citizenship in the United States…
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What Came After the H-1B Cap?
We hosted an informative session on "H-1B Cap: What Comes Next?" where we explored the post-lottery landscape and its implications for employers and foreign employees. Partner and Attorney Gladys Gervacio and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA, shared expert insights into the next…
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Understanding Discrimination in the Workplace: Know Your Rights
We hosted an insightful session on Discrimination in the Workplace. Attorney Maureen Abbey Scorese and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA, explored key issues surrounding workplace discrimination—including legal protections, employer responsibilities, strategies for addressing and...
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Impact of the “Big Beautiful Bill” (BBB) on Multinational Entities
This session broke down key provisions of the new legislation and discussed how it could affect cross-border operations, tax planning strategies, and compliance obligations for global businesses. Senior Accountant Jaykumar Patel and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA led the...
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Navigating International Travel as a Non-U.S. Citizen
Planning to travel internationally? If you’re a non-U.S. citizen, returning to the United States can come with unexpected complications. From visa scrutiny to re-entry delays, it’s important to understand how to prepare and protect your status. In this session hosted by Diya A. Mathews, Partner…
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Changing Trends in L-1A RFEs: Insights & Strategies for 2025
As the landscape of L-1A visa adjudications continues to evolve, staying ahead of changing trends in Requests for Evidence (RFEs) is critical for employers, executives, and immigration professionals alike. This session include real-world examples and practical strategies to help improve petition...
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Protecting Your Child’s Immigration Status: A Deep Dive into the CSPA
Join us for an informative session where we will explore the Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) and how it impacts immigration cases involving children who may “age out” of eligibility. Topics discussed include: • An overview of the Child Status Protection Act • Eligibility criteria for CSPA...
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Navigating Recent Trends in RFEs and understanding your Visa Status
Join us for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of immigration processing, with a focus on Request for Evidence (RFE) trends and visa status complexities. In this session, Senior Attorney & Partner Navdeep Toor Meamber and Client Services Manager Arianna Gonzalez, MBA addressed the...
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