Twelve BAL attorneys are named in the 2025 Lawdragon 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers list. The list recognizes lawyers who make a significant impact, specifically regarding recent matters handled and cutting-edge litigation, as well as those who are consistently turned to for guidance in trending immigration issues.

“It’s always an honor to be recognized by a prestigious publication like Lawdragon,” said Frieda Garcia, Managing Partner at BAL. “It’s even more rewarding to see so many BAL attorneys on the list. Our team strives to do impactful work in immigration law every day, and this recognition helps celebrate that effort.”

The following BAL attorneys were honored by Lawdragon this year:

In addition, Partner Emeritus Jeff Appleman was named to the Lawdragon Hall of Fame, recognizing outstanding lawyers who have made a remarkable contribution to the profession.

The full list of 2025 Lawdragon 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers can be viewed here.

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Established in 1980, Berry Appleman & Leiden (BAL) powers human achievement through immigration expertise, people-centered client services, and innovative technology. BAL, with 13 offices across the United States and global coverage in more than 185 countries around the world, operates as a single entity through its oneBAL culture — a uniquely holistic approach, intentionally structured as one team, one brand, one P&L, one standard of excellence, and one unifying technology. This united approach enables the firm to deliver the highest level of knowledge, insights, and resources from across the entire organization. At BAL, we pursue the exceptional. To learn more, visit bal.com.

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