Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen a surge in large immigration law firms reaching out to LaborLess with a common message: corporate clients are now again actively asking about LCA compliance automation.

Whether it’s pressure from internal audits, increasing Department of Labor (DOL) enforcement, or just a desire to streamline outdated workflows, employers are making it clear—they want a modern solution to Labor Condition Application (LCA) posting and Public Access File (PAF) compliance.

LaborLess was built to provide exactly that. And while we also work directly with employers, a large portion of our growth has come from immigration law firms that want to offer this service to clients without taking on more manual work themselves.

If you're a law firm exploring how this works, here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how firms are using LaborLess today.

A Step-by-Step Breakdown for Immigration Law Firms

The LaborLess platform was designed to be intuitive, audit-ready, and scalable. Here’s how immigration law firms typically implement it with their employer clients.

1. The law firm signs up with LaborLess.
Getting started takes just minutes. Once onboarded, the law firm receives access to a secure dashboard where it can manage multiple employer clients and their filings in one place.

2. Employer clients are added to the platform.
Each employer gets their own profile, which can be added in seconds. Law firms control visibility, making it easy to manage compliance across multiple clients while giving each company access to their records if desired.

3. LaborLess generates a client-specific LCA posting bulletin.
Once an employer is added, the platform auto-generates a legally compliant LCA posting bulletin customized for that company. This bulletin is what DOL requires to meet LCA electronic posting rules.

4. The bulletin is added to the employer’s website or intranet.
The law firm works with the client’s HR or IT team to post the bulletin in a location that satisfies DOL guidelines—typically a public-facing webpage or secure intranet. This is especially important in remote and hybrid environments. For more guidance, see our blog post on how to post employers share electornic LCA posting locations with employees.

5. Law firms begin posting LCAs electronically on behalf of the employer.
Once everything is in place, the law firm handles LCA postings directly within the platform—eliminating the need for the employer to manually print and post anything. This saves time, ensures compliance, and provides an immediate record of the posting.

6. LaborLess automatically creates a Public Access File.
As soon as the LCA is posted, LaborLess generates the required PAF, in line with the DOL regulation that mandates creation within one business day of LCA filing. If you need a refresher on what goes in a compliant file, check out our post on what goes into an H-1B public access file.

7. The LCA is taken down automatically after the required period.
LaborLess automatically removes the posting after 10 business days (or longer, if specified), and updates the PAF to reflect the takedown. This helps avoid one of the most common mistakes we see—leaving postings up for too long and creating compliance risks.

8. The law firm manages PAFs and sets automatic expiration.
PAFs are accessible anytime through the platform. The law firm can set an expiration date based on retention requirements, and LaborLess will automatically purge them when that date arrives. This reduces exposure and ensures files aren’t kept longer than necessary. For more on why this matters, read our post on the hidden risk of holding PAFs too long.

Why Law Firms Are Reaching Out Now

This process isn’t new—but the urgency is.

With DOL scrutiny increasing and initiatives like Project Firewall reshaping H-1B compliance enforcement, law firms are realizing that offering automated LCA and PAF support isn’t just a value-add. It’s becoming a client expectation.

Employers don’t want to worry about the nuances of LCA posting timelines, PAF retention windows, or compliance documentation. They want a system—managed by their legal team—that handles it all in the background.

LaborLess enables law firms to deliver that without reinventing their process.

LaborLess Works with Employers Too

While many of our users come in through law firm partnerships, we also work directly with U.S. employers—especially those with in-house immigration counsel or HR teams managing H-1B, H-1B1, or E-3 sponsorships.

If you're an employer, you can onboard directly to manage your own compliance, or ask your outside counsel to coordinate with us. In fact, we’ve seen a growing trend of employers initiating that conversation—asking their legal team to implement LaborLess as part of a more robust compliance strategy.

A Smarter, Simpler Approach to Compliance

LaborLess isn’t just another immigration tech tool. It’s a focused, easy-to-use solution built to solve one of the most neglected and risky areas of immigration compliance: LCA posting and PAF management.

If you’re a law firm looking to stay competitive and reduce your internal compliance workload, or an employer looking for scalable, automated processes, LaborLess is here to help.

To learn more or schedule a demo, visit www.laborless.io

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is LaborLess?
LaborLess is a compliance automation platform that streamlines electronic posting of LCAs and creation and management of Public Access Files for H-1B, H-1B1, and E-3 visa employers. It’s used by both immigration law firms and employers.

Is electronic LCA posting allowed by the DOL?
Yes. The Department of Labor allows LCAs to be posted electronically as long as affected workers can access them—typically via an intranet, public-facing company page, or another secure platform. Read more in our blog post on how to post LCA notices for remote workers.

What goes into a Public Access File?
A PAF must include documents like the certified LCA, documentation showing how the wage was determined, posting proof, and other disclosures. For details, read about the H-1B public access file.

What happens if I keep PAFs longer than required?
Keeping PAFs past the mandatory retention period can increase audit risk and expose sensitive information. LaborLess lets you set auto-expiration rules so files are securely purged on time. See more in the hidden risk of holding PAFs too long.

Does LaborLess support compliance for H-1B1 and E-3?
Yes. The platform supports all LCA-based visa categories, including H-1B1 (Chile and Singapore) and E-3 (Australia).

Can employers use LaborLess directly without a law firm?
Yes. LaborLess works directly with employers as well as law firms. If you're an employer looking to modernize your LCA and PAF processes, you can get started with us directly or through your immigration counsel.