Brooklyn I-9 Attorney
Every employer in Brooklyn must properly complete and retain Form I-9 according to legal standards. Completion of this document verifies new employees’ identities and work authorizations, and mistakes can result in strict penalties. At Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco, LLP, we help businesses turn I-9 compliance into an organized, efficient part of the hiring process. Our Brooklyn I-9 lawyers help you turn compliance into an organized, efficient part of hiring.
We provide practical guidance on reviewing the required documents, as well as ensuring the records are retained and accessible. Our legal team understands the diverse workforce of Brooklyn and how various local industries operate.
We know the pace of business and tailor our approach to meet each employer’s specific needs. Our services support companies through both new employee onboarding processes and official compliance inspections.
Hire an I-9 Lawyer
At Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco, LLP, we bring decades of legal experience in immigration law, employment verification and compliance matters. Named among the top law firms in New York City by U.S. News and World Report, our team applies in-depth knowledge to serve Brooklyn’s employers.
We understand federal I-9 requirements and the unique hiring practices across local industries, delivering reliable, thorough, and legally compliant guidance to keep your workforce verification process accurate and audit-ready.
Ensuring Complete and Accurate I-9 Records in Brooklyn
Employers are required by federal law to complete a Form I-9 for each new hire to verify identity and work authorization. Brooklyn’s business landscape features a diverse mix of mom-and-pop stores, corporate offices, and emerging startups.
2.2 million small businesses in New York represent 99.8% of all companies and provide jobs to 4.1 million people. Employers, regardless of size, must follow the same federal verification process. We understand that maintaining accurate and updated I-9 records promptly is no small task.
Our team guides employers through each section of the form, confirms acceptable documentation, and ensures retention. Making I-9 compliance part of your hiring process aims to ensure that this burden becomes part of a regular, efficient procedure rather than a last-minute checklist scramble.
By following these steps, you can decrease your chances of expensive errors and maintain your workforce verification practices in line with federal mandates.
Addressing I-9 Audits and Inspections in Brooklyn
I-9 audits are typically unannounced and can result in hefty fines for even minor mistakes. High turnover rates in industries such as hospitality, retail, and health care can make it especially difficult for Brooklyn employers to stay compliant. An audit can result from a random check, a tip, or a discovery during another investigation.
We work with you in advance of any audit to conduct a thorough self-audit of your records, correct errors, and improve organization. If an audit is already in process, we represent your interests, communicate with federal officials on your behalf, and walk you through the inspection process to help keep your records in compliance.
Resolving Complex Verification Issues for Brooklyn Employers
Employers may face complicated I-9 situations, including identification mismatches, name change scenarios, expired work permissions, or required timely re-verifications. Complexities can arise in Brooklyn due to the area’s diverse workforce and industries with seasonal hiring or multiple work sites.
We offer simple solutions that correct any issues quickly, without exposing you to noncompliance with federal rules. Our legal professionals carefully consider how Brooklyn businesses operate and create employment strategies that align with your operational methods. Our guidance can help you prevent business disruptions while keeping verification records accurate and maintaining readiness for future audits and inspections.
FAQs
I-9 is a product of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Employers must complete this form to confirm the identity and employment authorization of each new employee. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) handles the form and its regulations, while Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) performs the audits.
Brooklyn employers must meet all these federal guidelines precisely, or they risk penalties. Our attorneys make sure your hiring process is fully compliant from day one.
Although the I-9 form is part of the federal immigration system, its use is not limited to new hires who are noncitizens. An I-9 must be completed for every new hire in the United States to verify that they are eligible to work in the U.S., including U.S. citizens. Brooklyn employers must have a completed I-9 form for all new hires. Completing the I-9 form allows the business to protect itself from potential penalties.
I-9 penalties are typically civil. However, if a business is found to have committed a pattern or practice of knowingly hiring ineligible workers, it can be criminally charged. Criminal convictions can lead to fines and imprisonment.
Our Brooklyn attorneys help businesses minimize legal risks by creating strong compliance policies that include regular internal audits of I-9 forms and ensuring every hiring decision meets federal law requirements. This minimizes the chance of a government enforcement action against your company.
Under the I-9 audit process, you have the right to receive a Notice of Inspection, the right to see the government’s request, the right to provide records during the allotted time, and, if you are an employer in Brooklyn, the right to be represented by legal counsel during the process.
Contact Our Brooklyn I-9 Lawyer
In Brooklyn, all employers, big or small, fast-growing or more established, should be aware that Form I-9 compliance is a high priority. Small mistakes in verification or recordkeeping can become very expensive. At Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco, LLP, we partner with employers to help make Form I-9 compliance an organized and predictable process.
Our attorneys offer concrete, no-nonsense guidance about the proper completion of the form, acceptable documentation, and record retention. Our team closely analyzes Brooklyn industry dynamics and hiring trends to customize solutions compatible with your organizational needs.
We support you from potential audit preparation through improving your onboarding system to achieve correct record management while satisfying federal standards and maintaining audit-ready employment verification records. Contact our office for a consultation today.
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