The HRSouthwest Conference 2026

BAL will be speaking at the 2026 HRSouthwest Conference, taking place Oct. 11–13, 2026. Join BAL Partner Jessica Mullins-Ta and Senior Associate Chris Barnett for their session, Clarity Over Chaos, on Monday, Oct. 12 from 3:15–4:15 p.m.

In this 60-minute educational session, our immigration experts will explore how organizations can effectively communicate with foreign national employees during times of rapid immigration policy change.

As the immigration landscape continues to evolve, timely and accurate communication is critical to protecting your workforce and your organization. Using real-world examples, including recent policy shifts that left employers and visa holders searching for clarity, Jessica and Chris will share practical strategies for building and executing a rapid-response communications plan. Attendees will gain actionable tools to monitor policy updates, separate fact from fiction and confidently address compliance questions with clarity and speed.