Date and Time: November 6, 2025 8:00 am
Location:
Hilton Garden Inn
151401 Cty Rd NN, Wausau, Wisconsin
Presenters:
Sara J. Ackermann, Samuel J. S. Moheban, Mary Ellen Schill, Nicole L. Stangl, Morgan H. Sweeney
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Ruder Ware’s Annual Employment & Benefits Law Conference will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn (map and directions) on Thursday, November 6, 2025.
7:30 a.m. Registration
8:00 a.m. Welcome & Introductions
8:05 – 8:55 a.m.
2025 Immigration Law Update for HR Professionals: Keeping Pace With a Changing Immigration Landscape
Presenter: Attorney Sam Moheban
Immigration attorney Sam Moheban will present on current issues facing HR professionals as they navigate the evolving landscape of U.S. immigration law. His session will review key developments from 2025 and outline anticipated changes for the coming year, with a focus on policy shifts, enforcement trends, visa updates, and compliance strategies. Attendees will leave better equipped to manage foreign national employees and respond effectively to regulatory audits amid ongoing legal and policy changes.
8:55 – 9:00 a.m. Transition
9:00 – 9:50 a.m.
Employee Handbook Essentials and Hot Topics
Presenters: Attorneys Nicole Stangl and Morgan Sweeney
Attorneys Nicole Stangl and Morgan Sweeney will present an overview of the latest trends in employee handbooks, including updates to social media policies, PTO practices, and compliance essentials. This session will highlight what HR professionals need to know to keep workplace policies current, compliant, and culturally aligned.
9:50 – 10:10 a.m. Break
10:10 – 11:00 a.m.
Prioritizing Workplace Drama!
Presenter: Attorney Sara Ackermann
Human Resources professionals know that workplace drama isn’t just disruptive—it’s risky. Attorney Sara Ackermann will spotlight the high-stakes issues that fuel the most legal headaches, including FMLA, disability accommodations, workers’ comp retaliation, and sexual harassment. Expect practical tips, common pitfalls, and insights to help you stay ahead of the drama. Come ready with questions!
11:00 – 11:05 a.m. Transition
11:05 – 11:55 a.m.
Wage and Hour Update: Including No Tax on Tips and Overtime
Presenters: Attorneys Mary Ellen Schill and Nicole Stangl
Staying up to date with wage and hour practices is crucial for HR leaders. Attorneys Mary Ellen Schill and Nicole Stangl will walk through changes to the wage and hour landscape being imposed under H.R.1 and other common hot wage and hour topics facing HR leaders.
Noon – 1:00 p.m. Lunch, Stump the Experts
Cost to Attend:
Early Bird Registration (by Oct 13):
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- $65 CWSHRM, MAHRA, or SPAHRA members
- $90 Non-members
Standard Registration (after Oct 13):
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- $85 CWSHRM, MAHRA, or SPAHRA members
- $110 Non-members
Registration Includes:
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- PDF conference materials
- Light breakfast and refreshments
- Lunch