Louis Massard Discusses Shifts in Employment‑Based Immigration Standards in Bloomberg Law

CHICAGO, June 2, 2026 – Louis Massard, Partner at Corporate Immigration Partners, P.C., the exclusive U.S. affiliate law firm of Envoy Global, was recently featured in Bloomberg Law for his analysis of the administration’s proposed shift in employment‑based green card adjudications. 

In the article, Massard explains how the policy direction marks a notable departure from decades of congressional intent and long‑standing legal norms governing employment‑based immigration.  

“The standard they’re seeking to apply is inconsistent with the message that Congress has sent over many years,” Massard told Bloomberg Law, underscoring the tension between the proposal and the statutory framework that has guided employer‑sponsored immigration for generations. 

He also emphasized that, despite the headlines, employers should remain measured as the policy conversation evolves. 

Don’t overreact,” Massard said. “The laws haven’t changed.

Massard’s commentary highlights the uncertainty employers face as agencies consider more restrictive interpretations of long‑established criteria. His insights reinforce the importance of staying informed, maintaining strong compliance practices and preparing for potential shifts in how permanent residency pathways are evaluated.

About Louis Massard

Louis, a Partner at Corporate Immigration Partners, specializes in providing counsel to employers of all sizes across diverse industries for obtaining nonimmigrant and immigrant benefits for foreign national personnel. He excels in leading compliance projects and due diligence initiatives during corporate structural changes like mergers, acquisitions, downsizings, reductions in force and the creation of successor-in-interest entities.

Louis regularly conducts training presentations for various audiences, including human resources leadership, recruitment professionals and visa beneficiaries. Louis holds a JD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a BA from Northwestern University. He is licensed to practice in North Carolina and admitted to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, U.S. District Court for the Western District of North Carolina and U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina.

About Envoy Global 

Envoy Global is the leading corporate immigration services provider committed to delivering a better way for companies to manage global immigration. We bring together smart, friendly legal teams and smart, friendly technology to make immigration easier for companies and the global talent they depend on. From securing visas and work authorizations, to supporting business travelers and remote workers, to providing strategic guidance that keeps programs running efficiently, Envoy Global is ready to help you win the race for global talent.