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Mayer Brown LLP

Immigration

USA Guide 2026 : District of Columbia

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Mayer Brown LLP

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Immigration - District of Columbia

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Mayer Brown, LLP has a respected practice housed within a global firm, whose client base includes global corporations operating in a multitude of industries. The firm is regularly called upon to advise on the immigration details in M&A, compliance issues and the full range of visa matters, including comprehensive immigration risk reviews and legislative and Congressional investigations. The team also offers additional capacity handling complex immigration disputes.

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Work Highlights

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  • Mayer Brown advised American Credit Acceptance on navigating U.S immigration uncertainty, preserving work authorization for critical personnel and avoiding operational disruptions.

Strengths

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  • My immigration team at Mayer Brown provides practical, thoughtful counsel. They are creative problem solvers offering strong client service and responsiveness.

    Immigration respondentUSA

  • Mayer Brown has an incredible hands-on approach without missing a step. Their communication is timely and keeps everyone in the loop.

    Immigration respondentUSA

  • Mayer Brown is one of the best immigration firms in town.

    Immigration respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Elizabeth Espín Stern
    Elizabeth Espín Stern

    Elizabeth Espín Stern

    Elizabeth Espín Stern counsels her clients on issues such as work permits, visas and general immigration compliance. Her sector expertise covers defense, telecom and consumer goods.

    • Elizabeth Espín Stern is the best at helping clients navigate their most difficult immigration problems.

      Immigration respondentUSA
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  • Grace Shie
    Grace Shie

    Grace Shie

    Grace Shie assists clients from industries such as life sciences and consultancy with a wide range of global immigration issues. She leads the firm’s Global Mobility & Migration practice.

    • Grace Shie is one of the best lawyers I've worked with. I give her a 10.

      Immigration respondentUSA

    • Grace Shie is very well attuned to what is happening in the immigration environment and how to respond to it. She is my go-to attorney when we face challenging times.

      Immigration respondentUSA

    • Grace is our go-to for all U.S. immigration issues, large or small. She is experienced, gets it and delivers the outcomes we need.

      Immigration respondentUSA

    • Grace is responsive and available in dire situations.

      Immigration respondentUSA
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