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I-9 & Employer Compliance

Helping employers with I-9 self-audits, compliance training, and HSI investigation response. I-9 penalties in 2026 range from $288 to $28,619 per violation.

Every U.S. employer must verify the work authorization of its employees and maintain compliant I-9 records. We help employers build compliant programs and respond when the government comes calling.

I-9 Self-Audits & Compliance Programs

We conduct internal I-9 audits to identify and correct errors before the government does, and we help employers establish written compliance policies and consistent verification procedures that reduce risk.

Compliance Training

We train HR teams and managers on proper Form I-9 completion, reverification, anti-discrimination obligations, and recordkeeping, helping organizations avoid the technical and substantive violations that lead to penalties.

Responding to HSI Investigations

When Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) serves a Notice of Inspection or opens an investigation, prompt and informed action matters. We represent employers through the inspection process, negotiate over alleged violations, and work to minimize exposure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the penalties for I-9 violations in 2026?
Civil penalties for I-9 paperwork and substantive violations are adjusted annually and in 2026 range from roughly $288 to $28,619 per violation depending on the nature and history of the violations. Knowing violations carry higher penalties.
What is an I-9 self-audit?
A self-audit is an internal review of an employer's I-9 records to identify and lawfully correct errors. Done correctly, it reduces the risk and potential penalties associated with a government inspection.
What should we do if we receive a Notice of Inspection?
An employer generally has three business days to produce I-9 records after a Notice of Inspection. Contact counsel immediately so the response can be handled properly and your rights protected.

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