I-9 Compliance & Audits: Strengthening Your Immigration Compliance Strategies in 2026
Instructor
Diane L Dee
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Everything you'll learn in this session
Webinar Description
Overview
As immigration enforcement continues to intensify, employers must ensure that their Form I-9 processes and documentation are fully compliant with the latest regulations. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have increased scrutiny of employment eligibility verification, and even minor errors can lead to serious fines and penalties.
This session provides HR and compliance professionals with the latest updates, best practices, and audit readiness strategies for 2026. Attendees will learn how to strengthen their I-9 compliance programs, respond effectively to audits or inspections, and implement secure procedures for remote verification under the new rules.
Why You Should Attend
- Learn about the latest 2026 updates to Form I-9 and E-Verify requirements.
- Understand common I-9 mistakes and how to prevent them before an audit.
- Gain step-by-step guidance on how to prepare for a DHS or ICE inspection.
- Explore best practices for virtual verification under the new DHS rules.
- Learn documentation, retention, and correction procedures that stand up to scrutiny.
- Reduce legal and reputational risks with proactive compliance strategies.
Who Will Benefit
This session is ideal for HR, legal, and compliance professionals responsible for employment eligibility and workforce documentation, including:
- HR Managers and Directors
- Compliance Officers and Legal Counsel
- Payroll and Onboarding Specialists
- Business Owners and Executives
- Operations and Employee Relations Managers
- Staffing and Talent Acquisition Professionals
- Anyone responsible for completing or auditing I-9 forms
Areas Covered in the Session
- 2026 Form I-9 updates: what’s new and what’s changing
- DHS and ICE enforcement priorities for 2026
- Understanding the E-Verify system and optional participation
- Common I-9 errors and how to identify and correct them properly
- Remote verification process and new virtual document review rules
- How to conduct internal I-9 audits and self-assessments
- Recordkeeping, retention, and document destruction policies
- Responding to a Notice of Inspection (NOI) or ICE audit
- Best practices for training staff and maintaining compliance
- Steps to create a stronger, audit-ready I-9 compliance program.
Meet your speaker
Diane L Dee
Diane L. Dee, President of Advantage HR Consulting, has over 25 years of experience in the Human Resources arena. Diane's background includes experience in HR consulting and administration in corporate, government, consulting and pro bono environments. Diane founded Advantage HR Consulting in early 2016. Under Diane's leadership, Advantage HR provides comprehensive, cost-effective Human Resources solutions for small to mid-sized firms in the greater Chicagoland area. Additionally, Diane conducts webinars on a wide-variety of HR topics for various training firms across the country. Diane holds a Master Certificate in Human Resources from Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations and has attained SPHR, SHRM-SCP, sHRBP and HRPM® certification. Diane is a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners and the Society for Human Resource Management. Additionally, Diane performs pro bono work through the Taproot Foundation assisting non-profit clients by integrating their Human Resources goals with their corporate strategies.