Oct 2010 – Present · 15 yrs 6 mos · New York

• I help employers, founders, and investors successfully establish and grow their businesses in the U.S. by navigating corporate formation, immigration strategy, and securing both temporary and permanent work visas.
• Specializing in U.S. business immigration and corporate expansion, I provide legal support for European companies entering the U.S. market, particularly in high-growth industries such as software, medical technology, renewable energy, and startups.
• Business & Investor Immigration → E-2, L-1, EB-5, NIW (EB-2) visas
• Corporate Expansion → Structuring U.S. entities, compliance, and operations
• Extraordinary Ability & Executive Petitions → O-1, EB-1A, EB-1C, and NIW (National Interest Waiver)
• Workforce Mobility Strategy → Helping businesses hire and retain global talent
• With a strong focus on extraordinary ability and national interest cases, I assist highly skilled professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs in securing O-1, EB-1, and NIW (EB-2) visas, ensuring they demonstrate their impact and value to the U.S. economy.
• An expert in legal writing, immigration strategy, and business law, I regularly lead workshops and seminars on EU-USA business expansion, investor visas, and corporate immigration trends.
• I also lead and mentor a team of legal professionals, fostering continuous learning and research to stay ahead of evolving immigration policies, visa trends, and corporate regulations.

Sep 2009 – Sep 2010 · 1 yr · Brussels, Brussels Region, Belgium · On-site

• From Cross-Border Finance to Business Immigration – Structuring Global Expansion for Investors and Companies
• Structured and negotiated complex financing agreements for energy, infrastructure, and telecom clients expanding into global markets. Conducted multi-jurisdictional due diligence, coordinating with local counsel to ensure compliance with international financial regulations, investment laws, and corporate structuring. Drafted and reviewed banking and financial agreements supporting corporate expansion and market entry, advised on financial structuring, securities compliance, and risk mitigation for international investors and businesses, and assisted companies in navigating the legal frameworks of cross-border operations and workforce mobility.
• This experience directly informs my work as a U.S. immigration attorney, particularly in business and investor immigration. Understanding the complexities of cross-border transactions, international finance, and regulatory compliance allows me to help entrepreneurs, investors, and corporate clients strategically expand into the U.S. market. Experience with financial structuring and investment law strengthens my ability to guide clients through investor visa programs such as E-2, EB-5, and NIW, ensuring that their business and immigration strategies align with U.S. regulatory requirements. Working on global transactions has also reinforced my ability to assist multinational companies in transferring executives and key personnel through L-1 and EB-1C visas, ensuring smooth workforce mobility and compliance with immigration laws.

Sep 2005 – May 2010 · 4 yrs 8 mos

• Led seminars on Introduction to Law, engaging first-year law students through interactive teaching methods to foster a dynamic learning environment. Facilitated class discussions, encouraged critical thinking, and introduced foundational legal concepts in an accessible manner.
• Collaborated with faculty members to support curriculum delivery, provide individualized tutoring, and mentor students on academic and professional development.
• Developed educational materials and presentations, contributing to structured course plans and enhancing the learning experience.
• Focused on communication and pedagogy, ensuring that complex legal topics were presented clearly and effectively. Led seminars on Introduction to Law, engaging first-year law students through interactive teaching methods to foster a dynamic learning environment. Facilitated class discussions, encouraged critical thinking, and introduced foundational legal concepts in an accessible manner.
• Collaborated with faculty members to support curriculum delivery, provide individualized tutoring, and mentor students on academic and professional development.
• Developed educational materials and presentations, contributing to structured course plans and enhancing the learning experience.
• Focused on communication and pedagogy, ensuring that complex legal topics were presented clearly and effectively.

Jan 2005 – Jan 2008 · 3 yrs · Brussels Area, Belgium

• Represented clients in district and appellate courts, specializing in complex commercial disputes requiring strategic litigation and persuasive advocacy. Developed strong legal writing, research, and case strategy skills, drafting detailed discovery documents and conducting depositions to build compelling legal arguments. Played a pivotal role in representing victims of the 1994 Rwandan Genocide at Belgium’s highest criminal court, handling multi-day oral arguments, cross-border legal coordination, and high-stakes litigation involving international human rights law.
• This litigation background directly strengthens my work as a U.S. immigration attorney, particularly in cases requiring strategic argumentation, detailed evidence presentation, and high-level advocacy. Business immigration petitions, including E-2, L-1, O-1, EB-1, and NIW, demand strong legal positioning, documentation, and strategic argumentation—skills honed through litigation. Just as in court, immigration cases often require persuasive legal writing, procedural strategy, and rebuttals to overcome Requests for Evidence and denials. Having worked on international cases, I understand the complexities of multi-jurisdictional legal issues, making me uniquely equipped to assist foreign entrepreneurs, investors, and multinational executives with their U.S. immigration needs. This foundation allows me to advocate for business leaders, investors, and professionals navigating the U.S. immigration system, ensuring their applications are legally sound and strategically positioned for success.

Sep 2002 – May 2010 · 7 yrs 8 mos

• Delivered seminars on Public Law to first-year law students, effectively communicating complex legal principles and fostering a comprehensive understanding of the subject.
• Skillfully organized and prepared lecture materials, including detailed course plans and engaging presentations, demonstrating strong abilities in academic planning and resource development.
• Actively contributed to an interactive and supportive learning environment, helping students grasp challenging concepts and encouraging their academic growth.

Jul 2002 – Jan 2005 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Brussels Area, Belgium · On-site

• From International Policy to Business Immigration – Leveraging Global Strategy for Cross-Border Mobility
• Drafted detailed reports, memos, and speeches for high-level national and international meetings, ensuring clear communication on defense and diplomatic matters. Developed expertise in cross-cultural communication and navigating complex geopolitical landscapes. Participated in weekly coordination meetings with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, focusing on African affairs, and engaged with diverse cultural and political stakeholders. Accompanied the Minister of Defense to NATO and EU summits, gaining firsthand experience in high-level negotiations and international policymaking. Conducted over 25 official missions across Afghanistan, Benin, Kosovo, Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Morocco, Algeria, Jordan, and Lebanon, strengthening my adaptability and deepening my understanding of global political and economic systems.
• This experience directly informs my work as a U.S. immigration attorney, particularly in business and investor immigration. Understanding the complexities of international relations and policy allows me to assist entrepreneurs, investors, and multinational executives in navigating the U.S. immigration system with a strategic, global perspective. Working across different legal and political frameworks has strengthened my ability to advise clients on market entry, global mobility, and investment-based immigration strategies such as E-2, L-1, O-1, EB-1, and NIW. My experience engaging with high-level stakeholders ensures that I can effectively communicate with business leaders and government entities to advocate for my clients’ immigration and expansion goals.