BAL recognized as Band 1 immigration law firm in Chambers Global Guide 2025

BAL is thrilled to share that we’ve been ranked in the highest tier of the Chambers Global Guide 2025 in the Immigration: Business practice area. Described as a “powerful force in corporate immigration…with substantial consular, auditing and compliance experience,” BAL was also ranked in Band 2 in the Immigration in Global: Multi-jurisdictional rankings.

“It’s always an honor to be recognized in the annual Chambers rankings,” said Frieda Garcia, Managing Partner of BAL. “With such a rigorous submission and review process to inform the rankings, the legal community appreciates the weight of the Chambers Guides. We’re thankful for the continued acknowledgement by Chambers and our clients.”

In addition to the firm’s honors, BAL Partners Jeff Joseph and Lynden Melmed were ranked in Band 2 in the Immigration: Business practice area. Chambers describes Joseph as a “very strong, experienced lawyer” with substantial experience in immigration-related litigation. In describing Melmed’s strengths, Chambers says that he knows “how to approach governmental agencies at the highest level.”

Rankings are determined through Chambers’ in-depth methodology involving client feedback.

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