Krystal Alanis

Krystal Alanis is a Partner at Reddy Neumann Brown PC and serves as the Managing Attorney of the firm’s PERM Labor Certification Department, where she oversees all EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based green card matters. With over 14 years of experience, she advises employers and professionals on navigating complex business immigration processes with clarity and confidence. She has managed countless PERM applications across a wide range of industries, enabling her to anticipate challenges early and develop effective, efficient solutions.

Krystal works closely with companies and individuals on PERM, I-140 petitions, and Adjustment of Status applications. She also advises on temporary work visas (e.g. H-1B, TN), helping clients align their immigration strategy with business and career goals.

In addition, Krystal advises employers on I-9 compliance matters and conducts internal audits of a company’s I-9 records, processes, and procedures. She represents clients in Form I-9 ICE inspections (Notice of Inspection).

Krystal is an active leader in the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), serving on the AILA Department of Labor Liaison Committee. She is a frequent speaker on employment-based immigration topics and has been featured and quoted in Forbes and Bloomberg Law for her insights on PERM and related business immigration issues.

Known for her practical and strategic approach, Krystal understands that every case is unique. She focuses on delivering clear guidance, identifying potential risks early, and creating actionable plans to help meet each client’s goals.

Upcoming Webinar : Understanding the PERM Labor Certification Process: Steps, Timelines, and Business Considerations

June 2025 PERM Processing Time Updates

Sweeping Travel Ban Reinstated and Expanded: Entry Suspended for Nationals from Nearly 20 Countries

Trump Administration Pauses New Student Visa Interviews Amid Proposed Social Media Vetting Expansion

E-Verify Alert: Employer Action Required – E-Verify Mismatch Case Issue

Exploring Concurrent H-1B Employment: Working with Multiple Employers Simultaneously

Upcoming Webinar: Options for Non-Selected H-1B Lottery Registrants

April 2025 PERM Processing Time Updates

Upcoming Webinar: Options for Non-Selected H-1B Lottery Registrants

Not Selected the H-1B Lottery? Explore H-1B Cap-Exempt Employment as a Path Forward

Six Common I-9 Mistakes and Tips to Avoid Them

Upcoming Webinar: Navigating Heightened I-9 Enforcement: How to Avoid I-9 Fines Like a Pro

I-9 Compliance: Preparing for Increased Government Enforcement and Avoiding Fines

February 2025 PERM Processing Time Updates

January 2025 PERM Processing Time Updates

DHS Announces Permanent 540-Day Automatic Extension Period for Certain EAD Renewals

I-9 Compliance: Preparing for Increased Government Enforcement and Avoiding Fines

Upcoming Webinar: Visa Options for International Physicians: Nonimmigrant and Immigrant Pathways to U.S. Practice

October 2024 DOL PERM Processing Time Updates

Understanding “Schedule A” Group II Exceptional Ability

Reminder: Cap Gap Expires September 30

Free Webinar : Understanding “Schedule A” Group II Exceptional Ability

DOL Updates PERM and PWD Processing Times for July 2024: Key Insights for Employers and Foreign Workers

Guide to PERM Labor Certification: Common Questions Answered

June 2024 PERM Processing Times & Key Takeaways from the DOL Open Forum

Navigating the Complexities of Including a Foreign Language Requirement in PERM Applications

Krystal Alanis, Partner at Reddy Neumann Brown PC, Invited to Serve on the 2024 AILA Fall CLE Conference Committee

Options for Nonimmigrant Workers as Widespread Layoffs Continue

Avoid PERM? USCIS Policy Update May Expand Employers’ Ability for Green Card Sponsorship under Schedule A

What is an H-1B Cap-Exempt Employer? Exploring Requirements, Considerations & Benefits

DOL Provides Updated PERM Processing Times as of February 29, 2024

PERM Processing Times Now Exceed 1 Year: Latest Updates

Exploring Alternative Routes: Beyond H-1B and PERM

I-9 Compliance Refresh: Preparing Your Company for the New Year

Latest Updates on PERM Processing Times: Insights into Delays & Expectations

Apple to Pay $25 Million to Resolve Citizenship Discrimination Case Stemming from its PERM Labor Certification Program

Current PERM Processing Times Continue to Exceed 10 Months

Key Highlights of the New Form I-9

Navigating PERM Processing Times: Updates and Strategies to Minimize Delays

Webinar: I-9 Updates Explained: Employers’ Guide to Recent Changes and Compliance

Simplifying I-9 Verification: DHS Announces Permanent Remote Inspection Option for Employers

I-9 Compliance: Leveraging the Authorized Representative Option for Efficient In-Person Verification of Documents

Are You Ready? Steps Employers Must Take to Update I-9s That Were Completed Remotely

Understanding Concurrent H-1B Employment: Working for Multiple Employers at the Same Time

PERM Processing Times: How Long Does it Take and Tips to Avoid Further Delays

Long Wait Continues: DOL Issues Updated PERM Processing Times

Tips on Completing Form I-9: New 48 Month Green Card Extension for Certain Conditional Permanent Residents

Impacted by Big Tech Layoffs? Know Your Options: Nonimmigrant Workers & Termination of Employment

Tips for Employers Starting the PERM Labor Certification Process

What is Commonly Requested in a PERM Audit?

Options When Nearing H-1B 6th Year Limit

Qualifying for EB-2 Without an Advanced Degree: Employees with Exceptional Ability

I-9 Compliance Flexibility Extended Through April 30, 2022

Department of Labor Issues Updated PERM Processing Times

DHS Releases Increased Fines for I-9 Violations

Department of Labor Issues Updated PERM Processing Times

Employer’s Discriminatory I-9 Software Leads to $84,832 Civil Penalty

PERM Labor Certification Frequently Asked Questions

Planning Ahead to Ensure I-140 Approval

Five Common I-9 Mistakes and Tips to Avoid Them

Employers Should Strongly Consider Conducting Regular I-9 Internal Audits

May Webinar: Not Selected in the H-1B Lottery? Options and Strategies for your Employees

Minimize Your Risk of PERM Audits by Recognizing These Audit Triggers

DOL Announces Steps to Update Prevailing Wage Data in Compliance with Court Orders

Federal Judge Sets Aside DOL Wage Rule and DHS H-1B Eligibility Rule

Form I-9 Compliance Flexibility for Employers Operating Remotely Extended Until December 31st

Due to EAD Production Delays, Employers May Continue to Accept EAD Approval Notices for Form I-9 Compliance through February 01, 2021

Due to EAD Production Delays, Employers Are Allowed to Accept EAD Approval Notice for Form I-9 Compliance

I-9 Fines Increase in 2020

ICE Extends Form I-9 Compliance Flexibility for Employers Operating Remotely Due to COVID-19

Working for Multiple H-1B Employers Possible Through Concurrent H-1B Employment

New Form I-9 Must Be Used Starting May 1st

Trump Signs Executive Order Suspending Entry of Immigrants into the United States

UPDATE: Multiple Immigration Related Announcements Made in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

In Response to COVID-19, DHS Provides Employers Exercising “Physical Proximity Precautions” Flexibility in Form I-9 Requirements

What to Expect During a STEM OPT Site Visit – A Firsthand Look by Reddy & Neumann Attorneys

Five Common I-9 Mistakes and Tips to Avoid Them

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• American Immigration Lawyers Association (2012 to present) 
• Currently serves as the AILA Houston Section Co-Chair
• AILA Department of Labor Liaison Committee (2025-2026)
• AILA Houston Section Co-Chair
• Panelist and Discussion Leader at the 2024 AILA Fall Conference (Setting up Employers with a Practical PERM Program)
• 2024 AILA Fall Conference PERM Track Committee Member
• Panelist at the 2022 AILA Texas Chapter Spring Conference (Documenting I-140 Ability-to-Pay When Times Are Hard)
• Featured/Quoted in:
  • Forbes – Labor Department’s PERM Program Failing Immigrants And Employers
  • Forbes – One Of Biden’s Best Immigration Reforms Appears Dead
  • Bloomberg Law – Rolling Tech Layoffs Snag Green Card Prospects for H-1B Workers
  • Park Evaluations – ABCs of the PERM Labor Certification Process with Krystal Alanis
• Settled claim with ICE over Form I-9 substantive paperwork violations that led to an 88% reduction in civil fines for her corporate client.

Media Appearances:

• Featured in Forbes – Labor Department’s PERM Program Failing Immigrants And Employers
• Quoted in Forbes – One Of Biden’s Best Immigration Reforms Appears Dead
• Quoted in Bloomberg Law – Rolling Tech Layoffs Snag Green Card Prospects for H-1B Workers