Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel LLP, Immigration

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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 - New York

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Kramer Levin is a leading business immigration practice housed within an international full-service firm. The team represents an enviable host of corporations in all aspects of business immigration, as well as acting for investors and individuals of extraordinary ability. Its lawyers have notable expertise with optimizing global workforce mobility strategies, advising on H-1B and L-1 visas as well as PERM classifications, together with experience in the immigration aspects of corporate restructuring.

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Strengths

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"Kramer Levin offer a very high level of white-glove service, advising me as they would a family member."

Immigration respondent
USA

"They provide a high touch and professional service, putting their strategy upfront so we do not waste our time."

Immigration respondent
USA

"They are extremely knowledgeable as well as meticulous and systematic with their approach, delivering top-notch service and guidance."

Immigration respondent
USA

"Kramer Levin offer a very high level of white-glove service, advising me as they would a family member."

Immigration respondent
USA

"They provide a high touch and professional service, putting their strategy upfront so we do not waste our time."

Immigration respondent
USA

"They are extremely knowledgeable as well as meticulous and systematic with their approach, delivering top-notch service and guidance."

Immigration respondent
USA

Notable Practitioners

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Mark D Koestler

Head of Immigration

Band 1

Mark Koestler often undertakes immigration work on behalf of clients in the publishing, advertising and entertainment industries. He receives high praise for his focus on client care.

"Mark's commitment, assistance and knowledge are beyond stellar."

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

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Matthew S Dunn

Head of Immigration

Band 1

Matthew Dunn represents many leading clients in the financial services sector in regard to issues such as immigration compliance. His client base also comprises professional services firms and significant technology and media companies.

"Matt is the best. He is reassuring, knowledgeable and a real strategist."

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

"He is a really fantastic lawyer. He is so professional and knowledgeable."

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Allison D. Gray

Band 4

Allison Gray has a broad immigration practice which features notable experience in advising employers on non-immigrant and wider global mobility matters.

"Allison is extremely knowledgeable, supportive and informative."

"She is an excellent communicator and I have learned a tremendous amount from her."

"She is smart, savvy and responsive, providing strong counsel."

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