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Orr & Reno Supports New Hampshire Historical Society’s Preservation Efforts

October 20, 2026 - Orr & Reno is proud to support the New Hampshire Historical Society’s Third Century Capital Campaign, helping preserve the state’s history for future generations. The firm’s contribution supported a new climate control system at the Society’s Hamel Center, where stable environmental conditions are essential to protecting its irreplaceable historical collections. We recognize the importance of […]

Emily A. White Featured in New Hampshire Magazine’s 2027 Best Lawyers Issue

October 19, 2026 - What makes practicing immigration law so rewarding? For Orr & Reno attorney Emily White, it’s the opportunity to help people navigate life-changing moments and build a better future. Emily is featured in the November issue of New Hampshire Magazine as part of its 2027 Best Lawyers coverage. Recognized in Immigration Law, she was one of […]

James Laboe to Present at 2026 Legal & Legislative Conference

October 16, 2026 - Orr & Reno Litigation Department Director James Laboe will speak at the 2026 Legal & Legislative Conference, presented by the HR State Council of New Hampshire, on October 21, 2026, at the Puritan Conference Center in Manchester, New Hampshire. Jim’s session, “When OSHA Comes Calling: Managing Inspections, Safety Complaints, and Whistleblower Claims,” will provide practical […]

The EEOC Finalizes Strategic Plan

October 14, 2026 - Resources will be focused on carrying out the priorities of the NEP On August 26, 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) finalized its Strategic Plan (the Plan), which will guide the agency’s enforcement, outreach, and internal operations over the next four years. The Plan describes how the agency intends to carry out the priorities […]

New Rules from the OFCCP Rescind or Revise Affirmative Action Obligations

October 8, 2026 - The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) at the United States Department of Labor recently issued three rules rescinding or revising affirmative action obligations for federal contractors and subcontractors that have been in place for over 60 years. Limiting Obligations Under Section 503 The OFCCP made significant revisions to the regulations governing the implementation […]

Congress Moves to Stop OSHA From Finalizing the Heat Standard

September 10, 2026 - H.R. 6213 would also prevent the agency from developing any “substantially similar” rule in the future It is unusual for lawmakers to preemptively kill a rule before the rulemaking agency completes its own review, but that’s what’s happening in Washington, D.C. right now. At the end of July, the House Committee on Education & Workforce […]

DHS Proposes $103,265 Fee for New H-1B Petitions

September 10, 2026 - The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) proposed a new rule for H-1B visa applicants, establishing a $103,265 fee for all petitions subject to the annual H-1B cap. The proposed fee would apply to all employers submitting cap-subject petitions, including small businesses and nonprofits. The fee does not apply to cap-exempt petitions, including those […]

Orr & Reno Recognized in 3 Categories for 2027 Best Lawyers Awards

September 1, 2026 - Orr & Reno is proud to be recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers® across all three individual award categories. We are honored to have four attorneys recognized as Lawyers of the Year, a distinction that highlights exceptional achievement in their respective practice areas. We are also proud to have attorneys selected for inclusion […]

USCIS Expands Discretionary Denial

August 26, 2026 - Upfront planning, case preparation, and evidentiary review are more important than ever On August 5, 2026, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published Policy Alert PA-2026-05, which significantly modifies the USCIS Policy Manual provisions concerning evidence, denials, and post-decision actions. In a declared effort to discourage “frivolous, placeholder, or incomplete filings,” USCIS officers have […]

OSHA Renews Warehousing NEP

August 20, 2026 - On July 31, 2026, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) renewed its warehousing national emphasis program (NEP), which had expired on July 13, 2026. While the renewed NEP narrows certain aspects of the prior program, it continues to authorize comprehensive safety inspections for covered establishments, focusing on areas OSHA has identified as hazards. The […]

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