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- I would definitely recommend Jim Hacking from the Hacking Law Practice to all of my family and friends, and know that they will be in good hands.
- Mr. Hacking was very professional and handled the case extremely well, always responded as soon as possible to any of our doubts and questions. The staff was very courteous and efficient as well. They walked us through the entire procedure and we got our mom’s green card within 6 months!!!
- Thank you so much for your professional and effective help. I won't hesitate to recommend you to anyone who needs assistance with any immigration case.
- Having dealt with many lawyers in my professional career, there is nobody that I would recommend more than Jim Hacking of the Hacking Law Practice. For over 10 years, Mr. Hacking is the most effective and resourceful attorney who has ever represented me. From general practice to immigration to civil rights, I have always known Mr. Hacking to be an incredibly loyal advocate for his clients and also immensely respected by his peers in the legal industry. Quite simply, I will return to the Hacking Law Practice for all of my legal needs and would recommend him to all of my family, friends and neighbors without any hesitation whatsoever. By hiring the Hacking Law Practice, you will be able to sleep peacefully at night knowing that you have the best lawyer in St. Louis on your side! (Arsalan I., The Crescent Post Group, LLC)
- The prompt, thorough and responsive service regarding our work visa needs was exactly what we needed, and when we next bring an international circus star to St. Louis, Jim will be our "go-to" man. (Joel K. Emery, Executive Director of Circus Flora)
- Jim Hacking was nothing short of a miracle for us. I believe, with all my heart, if it weren't for him, and him alone, my daughter-in-law would have been deported. (Donna S.)
Don't get caught in the web of federal and state regulations regarding verification of an individual's employment status.
Employers in the U.S. can only employ workers who are authorized to work in the U.S. To ensure organizations follow this mandate, the federal government requires all U.S.employers to complete and retain forms that verify the work authorization of any and all employees. The form involved in this verification is the I-9 and it must be completed for every single new hire, regardless of his or her citizenship/visa status.The Form I-9 requires that the new hire provide proof establishing his/her identity as well as the authorization to be employed in the U.S. A list of documents acceptable for establishing these factors is provided on the back of the form itself. Employers must complete the Form I-9 within three business days of the date employment begins. The employers must also retain the verification materials and, when necessary, revisit the authorization requirement on employees with non-permanent authorization.
The verification process, while seemingly straightforward, can be challenging and difficult to navigate for employers as they work to comply with this law. Even employers with sophisticated processes and personnel can face difficult questions on how to address initial and ongoing verification challenges. What to do with documents that appear fradulent? How to re-verify authorization? What questions can an employer ask its new hires? These are just some of the challenges that arise and employers, even well-intentioned organizations, that mishandle their obligations in this area can be subject to serious penalties.
We work with employers to understand the requirements of employment verification and develop practices and processes to ensure compliance with these federal laws. We also work with clients who have been contacted by the immigration service in connection with a purported violation of these laws to manage an effective response.
The Hacking Law Practice, LLC helps individuals and families who need help with U.S. citizenship, legal residency, deportation, and other immigration issues in the St. Louis area and across Missouri and Illinois, including:
St Louis City; St. Louis County; Jefferson County; St. Charles County; Madison County, IL; St. Clair County, IL; Columbia and Rolla, MO; Champaign, IL; Kansas City, MO; Chicago, IL; all other cities and counties in Missouri.
The choice of an attorney is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements.
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Hacking Law Practice, LLC
34 N. Gore, Suite 101
St Louis, MO 63119
Phone: 314.961.8200
Fax: 314.961.8201
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Jim Hacking is available for free immigration-related public speaking engagements. Request that he visit your school, college, church, synagogue or mosque today.
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