About

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Kramer Levin’s internationally recognized Immigration group is among the largest and most respected immigration practices in the United States. With decades of experience, our immigration lawyers advise global brands and pre-eminent corporations across a wide range of industries, including media and advertising, financial services, technology, and performing and fine arts. We anticipate, identify and resolve issues before they become problems. Our lawyers help companies develop global workforce plans and mobility strategies, navigate complex immigration laws and policies, and ensure that their mergers, acquisitions, spinoffs and other corporate restructuring transactions both meet their global workforce management needs and comply with U.S. immigration law.


Chambers Review

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Immigration - USA - Nationwide
3
Band 3
What the team is known for

Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel is a specialist business immigration practice housed within a full-service firm, acting for a range of multinationals and major financial institutions. The team offers extensive experience working with clients to tailor optimal workforce mobility strategies, alongside wider expertise advising on the immigration aspects of M&A transactions. Their client roster includes those in the fashion, telecommunications, healthcare and advertising sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel advised Meta in an investigation by the DOJ's Executive Office for Immigration Review in relation to potential discrimination against US workers in the impact of layoffs favoring foreign nationals.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Mark D Koestler
3
Mark D Koestler
Head of Immigration
3
Band 3

Mark Koestler possesses significant experience assisting CEOs and high-profile individuals with visa applications, including O-1 and L-1 petitions.

"It feels like he knows everything about anything and is always available to strategically problem-solve any case, no matter how complex it is."

Matthew S Dunn
4
Matthew S Dunn
4
Band 4

Matthew S Dunn is noted for his sophisticated immigration practice. Specializing in business immigration, his clients span industries including fashion and retail, for whom he handles a variety of visa filing and compliance matters.

"He is very much client-focused, working to get the best solution that mitigates risk."

Ranked Lawyers at
Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP

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USA - Nationwide

Immigration

Mark D Koestler
3
Mark D Koestler
Head of Immigration
3
Band 3
Matthew S Dunn
4
Matthew S Dunn
4
Band 4

Members

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Mark D Koestler

Mark D Koestler

Head of Department

Matthew S. Dunn

Head of Department