Tuesday, May 29, 2018

Council for Global Immigration - Background and History


Cornell Law alumnus and business immigration attorney Rodney Malpert has been a partner at the respected immigration law firm Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy since 2008. Rodney Malpert is well-versed in employment-based immigration law and has been asked to share his expertise by a number of professional organizations, including the Council for Global Immigration (CFGI).

Over 230 organizations from various industries and sectors are members of CFGI. The nonprofit association has focused on employer-sponsored immigration policies and global human resource management since 1972.

CFGI addresses the priorities of large companies and universities by developing and advancing immigration policies that help attract highly skilled talent from around the world. The council advocates for fair recruitment policies and simplified hiring regulations for employers who consistently demonstrate compliance. 

CFGI also creates informational guides to help HR departments and hiring managers understand and comply with U.S. immigration laws. The association is based in Alexandria, Virginia, and led by executive director Lynn Shotwell, a mobility expert with a background in immigration law.