Chicago HR Strategy and Global Mobility Counseling

Our firm provides HR strategy and global mobility counseling services to corporate clients; a critical role in helping companies manage their international workforce efficiently and in compliance with immigration laws. Our legal professionals offer expertise in navigating complex immigration regulations, ensuring that businesses can strategically deploy talent across borders while minimizing legal risks.

HR Strategy for Global Mobility

We work closely with corporate HR departments to develop a comprehensive global mobility strategy that aligns with the company’s overall business objectives. This includes advising on the most appropriate visa categories and work authorizations for employees being transferred internationally, assessing the legal and tax implications of international assignments, and ensuring that the organization stays compliant with changing immigration laws. Our legal professionals also help design policies for employee relocation, international hiring, and the management of expatriate assignments, addressing issues such as work permits, immigration compliance, and employee benefits.

Global Mobility Counseling

Global mobility counseling involves providing tailored legal advice to both the company and its employees about immigration processes, visa options, and the requirements for working abroad. Our legal professionals ensure that the company’s management and HR team understand the legal implications of relocating employees, from advising on labor certifications and visa petitions to handling international tax considerations. For the employees themselves, we guide them through the visa application process, provide advice on their rights and responsibilities, and ensure they and their families have the necessary work permits and legal documentation to live and work in the host country.

In addition to providing counsel on individual visa applications, we also advise on compliance with local labor and immigration laws, helping clients avoid common pitfalls such as overstays, unauthorized employment, and tax violations. We also assist in preparing contingency plans for employees working in countries with rapidly changing immigration policies or political climates.

Overall, our immigration team specializes in HR strategy and global mobility counseling in assisting corporate clients to ensure smooth and lawful international operations, allowing businesses to attract, retain, and deploy talent globally while managing the legal complexities of immigration compliance. This service is essential for companies with a global presence or those looking to expand their international workforce.