Department profile
Alston & Bird LLP

Immigration

USA Guide 2026 : Georgia


Alston & Bird LLP

Rankings

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Immigration - Georgia

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Alston & Bird LLP is an excellent practice advising on an array of immigration matters, ranging from employment verification and global visa concerns to issues concerning the FCPA and tax. The team operates locally, nationally and globally on behalf of employers and high net worth individuals. It represents clients from a range of industries, including manufacturing, hospitality and agriculture.

Work Highlights

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  • Alston & Bird advised Aflac on immigration matters, including securing employee visas and managing compliance requirements.

Strengths

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  • Alston & Bird has a great pulse and understanding of what is happening in the realm of U.S. immigration.

    Immigration respondentUSA
  • The team at Alston & Bird is responsive, knowledgeable and provides excellent guidance and support in getting issues processed and resolved.

    Immigration respondentUSA
  • Alston & Bird provides detailed, thorough immigration advice.

    Immigration respondentUSA
  • Alston & Bird’s collaboration, responsiveness and ability to break down sophisticated requirements into practical steps make them well equipped to manage high-stakes matters in immigration.

    Immigration respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Eileen MG Scofield
    Band 1Eileen MG Scofield

    Eileen MG Scofield

    Eileen Scofield advises corporate clients on ICE I-9 audits, overturning visa denials, and the immigration implications of mergers and acquisitions. She also defends DOJ lawsuits alleging immigration violations.
    • Eileen Scofield is a top professional with deep expertise and a genuine commitment to helping the client.

      Immigration respondentUSA
    • Eileen Scofield is well prepared technically, not only on rules and regulations but also in terms of the market, judgement of actions and the logistics of everything.

      Immigration respondentUSA
  • Band 4Kerri-Ann Griggs
    Band 4Kerri-Ann Griggs

    Kerri-Ann Griggs

    Kerri-Ann Griggs advises clients on a host of business immigration matters, including I-9 and employment verification compliance.

    • Kerri-Ann is really good at synthesizing everything going on and pulling out practical insights.

      Immigration respondentUSA
    • Kerri-Ann provides exceptional client service, pairing responsiveness and reliability with strong technical sophistication.

      Immigration respondentUSA
    • Kerri-Ann Griggs' deep knowledge of immigration law and her ability to communicate effectively with our company are invaluable.

      Immigration respondentUSA

Ranked Individuals at Alston & Bird LLP (2)

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