Steve is a Senior Associate at Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. As part of the Government Strategies Team, he advises clients on a range of topics, including compliance with H-1B worker regulations and policies, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services adjudication trends, and issues presented by mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate restructuring. Steve enjoys the complexity
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Kelli Duehning is a Partner in the San Francisco office of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. Kelli joined BAL after a 17-year career with the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the Department of Justice Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). Prior to joining BAL, Kelli managed the Western Law Division
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“Corporate immigration is not only about helping companies succeed; it’s also about the people whose lives we change for the better every day. I have always kept that in mind and it has made my work meaningful.” Jeremy Fudge serves as Chief Executive Officer of BAL. He champions the firm’s vision and helps direct the
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“I believe in people and their potential.  I believe that diversity of thought, experience and culture enriches and strengthens our world.” Vernadette is a Partner at Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP, and oversees the Global Immigration Practice for the Dallas office. She has over eighteen years’ experience in practicing corporate immigration law, and provides expert
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“Born in the States, growing up in Asia and travelling extensively to visit family in Europe and Australia, I am part of the “global village” with a unique international perspective.  It gives me immense joy and fulfillment to merge that perspective with BAL’s values and commitment to unparalleled service to help our clients travel the
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“Our family immigrated to the U.S. when I was a young child, and I grew up watching my parents welcome and help other immigrants settle into the community.  I feel privileged to continue that tradition by advising individuals, companies and policy-makers on such an important topic.” Lynden Melmed is a partner with Berry Appleman &
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“The best part about working in immigration is that you aren’t dealing with a faceless corporation, but instead positively impacting the lives of real people.” Kortney is a Partner with BAL and leads the Dallas office. She serves corporate and individual clients in an array of business and family immigration matters. Additionally, Kortney represents companies
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“To me, providing excellent legal expertise is a given;  partnering with care, compassion and a good sense of humor is a must.” Frieda Garcia is the Managing Partner of BAL. Frieda provides guidance on global immigration initiatives, the development and implementation of best-in-class global programs, and advice regarding requirements within various jurisdictions. She engages with
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“I love the constant challenges and ever changing variables of global immigration. There are always new developments to assess and apply to our work. It is so satisfying to successfully navigate sometimes rough waters and help our clients achieve their mobility goals.” Susan is a Partner in the Dallas office of Berry Appleman & Leiden
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“Our work can be rewarding on so many levels, from working with our corporate clients, to developing global solutions that integrate business and immigration strategies, to helping individuals with seamless transitions. I feel a tremendous sense of pride when our clients tell us they have had an exceptional experience.” Delya is a Partner in the
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