Immigration News"Crackdown"
"Businesses to bear burden of proving employees’ citizenship as state strengthens illegal immigration laws."
Liz Segrist  GSA Business July 22, 2011
The July 18th edition of GSA Business details South Carolina's new illegal immigration law in an article entitled "Crackdown - Businesses to bear burden of proving employees’ citizenship as state strengthens illegal immigration laws.""
Nexsen Pruet Utilizes Global Network to Serve Clients
Columbia May 4, 2011
“Many of our clients need legal advice in multiple countries and they want a law firm that can assist them across the globe,” said Dubberly, who co-chairs the Nexsen Pruet International Group. “Participating actively in Mackrell International makes it easier for us to provide immediate legal assistance just about anywhere Carolinas-based companies do business.”
"Experts offer a primer on illegal immigration"
The Island Packet & Beaufort Gazette November 18, 2010
Nexsen Pruet attorney Melissa Azallion led the forum in Beaufort County on November 17th.
"False documents blindside Upstate firm"
GSA Business November 9, 2010
GSA Business calls on Nexsen Pruet immigration attorney Melissa Azallion for insight into how the federal government's E-verify program works.
"Small businesses in S.C. must verify work status starting July 1"
Fred Horlbeck South Carolina Lawyers Weekly June 28, 2010
Nexsen Pruet's David Dubberly speaks to South Carolina Lawyers Weekly for an article entitled "Small businesses in S.C. must verify work status starting July 1."
"Q&A with Melissa Azallion, attorney with Nexsen Pruet on Hilton Head Island"
South Carolina Lawyers Weekly June 21, 2010
The June 21st, 2010 edition of South Carolina Lawyers Weekly features a Q&A article with Nexsen Pruet immigration attorney Melissa Azallion.
"Small firms to face hiring audits"
Second phase of state's immigration law could mean fines, closures
Charleston Regional Business Journal June 7, 2010
Nexsen Pruet attorneys Melissa Azallion and David Dubberly share insight into how new immigration audits will impact South Carolina businesses.
"Immigration experts glad state agrees to back off on surprise inspections"
Hilton Head The Island Packet October 16, 2009
Hilton Head's The Island Packet interviewed Nexsen Pruet immigration attorney Melissa Azallion for an October 16th article entitled "Immigration experts glad state agrees to back off on surprise inspections."
"Employers reconcile over immigration status audits"
South Carolina Lawyers Weekly October 5, 2009
South Carolina Lawyers Weekly interviewed Nexsen Pruet employment and labor law attorney David Dubberly after employers and the S.C. Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation reach an agreement about immigration audits.
"State simplifies immigration audit process"
The Charleston Regional Business Journal October 2, 2009
The Charleston Regional Business Journal features as article entitled “State simplifies immigration audit process.” The article quotes Nexsen Pruet employment and labor law attorney David Dubberly.
Client Alert: SC Immigration Inspection Update
September 30, 2009
Nexsen Pruet recently conducted an Immigration Compliance and Enforcement webinar. During the webinar we stated that the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce ("Chamber") had helped resolve two of the main concerns raised by the way the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation ("LLR") had been carrying out immigration inspections to enforce the South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act...
Employment Law Alert: Court Upholds Rule Requiring Federal Contractors to Use E-Verify
David Duberly September 1, 2009
Removing what is likely the last hurdle to implementation, last week a U.S. District Court dismissed a lawsuit challenging implementation of the E-Verify Rule for federal contractors.
"Immigration audits concern businesses"
Charleston Regional Business Journal August 18, 2009
Nexsen Pruet attorney David Dubberly is interviewed for a Charleston Regional Business Journal article entitled "Immigration audits concern businesses."
"Businesses, lawyers grapple with state's new immigration law"
Hilton Head The Island Packet July 25, 2009
Nexsen Pruet immigration attorney Melissa Azallion is quoted in an article in Hilton Head's The Island Packet entitled "Businesses, lawyers grapple with state's new immigration law."
Nexsen Pruet: Only Law Firm Listed for North and South Carolina in "Trade Allies" Directory
Southern Business and Development July 15, 2009
The new edition of Southern Business & Development magazine features the "1st Annual Trade Allies Directory." Nexsen Pruet is the only law firm listed in both North and South Carolina.
News Alert: NC and SC Counties Join Immigration Enforcement Partnership
July 13, 2009
Charleston County, SC and Guilford County, NC have entered into immigration enforcement partnerships with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Is Your Business Prepared To Comply with the SC Illegal Immigration Reform Act?
Hospitality Association of South Carolina July 2, 2009
The South Carolina Hospitality Association's "Snap Shot" for July 3rd includes an article written by Nexsen Pruet Immigration attorney Melissa Azallion about the SC Illegal Immigration Reform Act.
Client Alert - South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act
July 1, 2009
Starting today, private employers in South Carolina with 100 or more employees must comply with the employment verification requirements of the South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act.
Final Rule Issued about E-Verify
Washington, DC U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services November 20, 2008
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has issued a final rule on whether most federal contractors must prove that their employees are in the United States legally. The rule, which was released last week, mandates companies to use E-Verify. The system compares employee information to electronic government records.
New Immigration Video
Columbia MidlandsBiz September 11, 2008
Nexsen Pruet Attorney Melissa Azallion addresses critical immigration issues for business
New Immigration Requirements in Beaufort County
Hilton Head Island Packet September 9, 2008
Nexsen Pruet Immigration Attorney Melissa Azallion is quoted in an article about new requirements for developers in Beaufort County.
Newspaper quotes Nexsen Pruet Attorney in Immigration article
Myrtle Beach The Sun News August 18, 2008
The Myrtle Beach Sun News featured an article on August 16, 2008 called "Immigration law faces fights" and quotes
Nexsen Pruet Attorney Melissa Azallion.
Leading Attorney and Business Leaders to Discuss Immigration Reform
Myrtle Beach August 7, 2008
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – From the Presidential Election to Palmetto state politics, immigration is a hot issue right now. It is especially true in South Carolina thanks to the new South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act.
2008 Immigration Update Video
August 5, 2008
Melissa Azallion recently led a seminar to update professionals about changes in Federal and South Carolina immigration law. Watch this video to learn more about: the details of this new law, E-Verify - the pros and cons of enrollment and new requirements for federal contractors, a thorough analysis of the SC Illegal Immigration Reform Act and how it will impact your business, and the importance of I-9 compliance in preparing for a federal or state audit.
Melissa Azallion Named to Board of Directors for Local Chamber of Commerce
December 4, 2007
Melissa Azallion, a Partner in Nexsen Pruet’s Hilton Head office, has been named to a three-year term on the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
Immigration Compliance Seminar Covers Business Issues
June 22, 2006
On Thursday, July 20, Azallion will teach "LAW 106: Immigration Compliance Issues for Businesses" from 6pm to 7:30pm at the Coastal Georgia Center in Savannah.
Hilton Head Attorneys Licensed in GA
February 16, 2006
Melissa L. Azallion has been sworn into the Georgia Bar, becoming the third attorney in Nexsen Pruet’s Hilton Head office to be admitted to practice in Georgia as well as South Carolina.
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