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Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

Immigration: Business

Global Guide 2026 : USA


Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

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Immigration: Business - USA

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius is a full-service global firm with a well-known immigration practice, acting for a range of household names in sectors including technology, retail and financial services. The team delivers high end global business immigration services, together with employment and general corporate development advice. Its lawyers are noted for their US and non-US visa, PERM and compliance expertise.

Work Highlights

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  • Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP advised Bates White on nonimmigrant and permanent residency applications for its foreign national employees, with a particular focus on H-1B and PERM Labor Certification processes concerning its economists and economic consultants.

Strengths

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  • Morgan Lewis provides white-glove and personalized service that makes us feel like a priority client.

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  • The immigration practice group consistently provides practical and creative solutions to issues.

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  • The team consistently delivers high-quality legal advice and support, maintaining professionalism and thoroughness in all interactions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Eleanor Pelta
    Band 1Eleanor Pelta

    Eleanor Pelta

    Eleanor Pelta is well regarded for handling a variety of business immigration matters for international corporations, including both temporary and permanent-resident visa applications. Her capabilities include advising on the immigration aspects of corporate transactions as well as immigration litigation.
    • Eleanor is a superstar in the industry; she is well renowned.

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    • Eleanor is a business immigration lawyer who is at the top of her game, she always takes on interesting and creative work and sees things that no one else will see.

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    • Eleanor's responsiveness is truly impressive. We feel we can reach out to her and she always prioritizes us.

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  • Band 3Eric S Bord
    Band 3Eric S Bord

    Eric S Bord

    Eric Bord regularly represents high-profile clients in the pharmaceutical, media and retail industries. His broad practice involves a focus on corporate immigration including I-9 compliance.

    • Eric is very cool, calm and collected, no matter the scenario.

      Immigration: Business respondentGlobal
    • Eric is a pleasure to work with; he is always very personable and thorough.

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    • Eric is an exceptional attorney and partner when it comes to immigration matters.

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    • Eric really takes the time to really explain the nuances and works with us to formalize a policy that we can take forward.

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  • Band 4Shannon Donnelly
    Band 4Shannon Donnelly

    Shannon Donnelly

    Shannon Donnelly regularly advises clients on immigration policy and compliance as well as visa program management for large businesses.
    • Shannon is not only knowledgeable but also incredibly responsive, ensuring that all of our queries and concerns are addressed promptly and thoroughly.

      Immigration: Business respondentGlobal
    • Shannon has a way of thinking through the issues while also closely analysing client's business goals and how to counsel them accordingly.

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    • Shannon is excellent at managing client relationships, this is her true superpower.

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