About

Provided by Jackson Walker LLP

Jackson Walker's Business Immigration & Compliance practice works with foreign and U.S. clients in structuring, negotiating, and documenting business transactions and arrangements around the world, with international transactional experience in more than 85 jurisdictions.

Our experience ranges from foreign investors and business owners; international and domestic start-ups, small- to medium-size enterprises (SMEs) and public companies who employ individuals that need U.S. visa options to grow and expand their business; families who wish to live in the U.S. temporarily and/ permanently; and persons who wish to acquire U.S. citizenship.

Immigration Services Provided:

  • Development of Corporate Immigration Policies and Programs
  • Analysis and Execution of U.S.-based Investment Opportunities
  • U.S. Market Entry Planning for International Companies and Entrepreneurs
  • Permanent Residence and Temporary Visa Processing
  • EB-5 Foreign Investment Visa Processing
  • Proactive Planning for Immigration Compliance
  • Representation of Clients During Worksite Investigations and Enforcement
  • Direct Correspondence with U.S. Embassies and Consulates on Behalf of Clients
  • Family-based Immigration Matters
  • Complex Citizenship Matters
  • Employment-based Work Authorization

Chambers Review

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Immigration - Texas

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Jackson Walker LLP wins recognition for its employment immigration practice. It is also proficient in advising foreign investors on EB-5 visa petitions, as well as related I-526E and I-956F applications. The team advises clients across a broad range of sectors, including engineering and healthcare.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Kelly Cobb
3
Kelly Cobb
3
Band 3

Kelly Cobb is recognized for her ability to advise blue-chip companies on their global mobility issues. She is notably adept at advising clients on issues arising from M&A and joint ventures.

Kelly is extremely knowledgeable.

Kelly Cobb is wonderful. She is always available to respond to any complicated issue and has in-depth understanding of our business.

Kelly Cobb is knowledgeable and a trusted partner and leader who brings a solid team to our work and success.

Sang Shin
4
Sang Shin
4
Band 4

Sang Shin is experienced in advising a broad range of clients, including businesses and individuals on visa petitions, I-9 compliance and strategic immigration matters.

Sang Shin is great to work with. He is patient, understanding, personable and takes the time needed to explain complex concepts, which is very helpful and makes my job easier.

Sang Shin is a wonderful advisor and advocate.

Sang Shin demonstrates a deep understanding of our business and consistently approaches our immigration strategy with a commercial mindset, proactively aligning legal solutions with business objectives.

Yenmi Tang
Yenmi Tang
Associates to watch

Yenmi Tang is well placed to assist clients with immigrant and non-immigrant visa matters. She also advises foreign nationals on EB-5 investor visa petitions and National Interest Waivers.

Yenmi provides client service with a high level of sophistication and strong commercial awareness. She understands the business and consistently acts as a trusted and professional partner.

Yenmi Tang is great to work with and very knowledgeable. I am glad I get to work with her.

Ranked Lawyers at
Jackson Walker LLP

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Immigration

Kelly Cobb
3
Kelly Cobb
3
Band 3
Sang Shin
4
Sang Shin
4
Band 4
Yenmi Tang
Yenmi Tang
Associates to watch

Members

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Carlos Trevino

Catharine Yen

Christian Triantaphyllis

Head of Department

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