10/28/2026
At Mitchell Blackstock, PLLC, we’re proud of our longstanding relationship with the Arkansas Education Association and the work we do together to stand up for Arkansas educators.
Behind those numbers are teachers who deserve to be treated fairly and paid properly for their work. We’re honored by the trust AEA and its members place in our firm, and proud to stand alongside them.
District 7 meeting in Helena tonight, and we are celebrating!
🚨 VICTORY FOR TEACHERS: In April 2026, nine international educators in Helena-West Helena were hit with claims of $88K+ in past tax debt and forced payroll deductions—some left with paychecks as low as $217.
Bound by visa restrictions, these J-1 and H-1B teachers faced extreme financial hardship and potential risk to their legal status.
Standing together with the Arkansas Education Association (AEA) and their legal counsel benefits through Mitchell Blackstock, PLLC (specifically, Michael Muskheli), the group fought back through a formal grievance.
The Result: 💰 $23,357.60 refunded to teachers 🛑 ~$82,000 in unfair future deductions stopped ⚖️ Full justice secured!
Union strong! 🍎💪
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