Aug 2024 – Present · 1 yr 8 mos

• At Tukki.ai, I lead immigration legal strategy while collaborating closely with our product and operations teams to make immigration more efficient and accessible through technology.
• In this role, I manage cases end-to-end, remaining closely involved throughout the process to ensure accuracy, compliance, and client success.
• Oversee case strategy for complex employment-based immigration matters, ensuring compliance and high-quality outcomes for clients.
• Train and mentor paralegals, building team capacity and standardizing best practices.
• Conduct consultations with clients, advising founders, startups, and professionals on U.S. visa and green card options.
• Collaborate with product teams to integrate legal workflows into our AI-driven platform, shaping features that streamline case preparation and compliance.
• Support marketing and thought leadership, contributing insights on immigration law, technology, and global mobility to strengthen brand visibility and client engagement.
• This position allows me to combine my 14+ years of experience as an immigration attorney with my passion for legal technology, helping Tukki.ai build innovative solutions at the intersection of immigration and AI.

May 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos · Dallas, Texas, United States · Remote

• We are an independent, invitation-only, community platform for General Counsels of leading venture capital funds and high-growth technology companies.

Jan 2022 – Present · 4 yrs 3 mos · Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

Dec 2017 – Dec 2018 · 1 yr · Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

Aug 2014 – Present · 11 yrs 8 mos · Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

• Ustun Law Group, PLLC is a nationwide US immigration law firm, with an office in Dallas, Texas. As the founder and principal attorney, Ms. Ustun is dedicated to counseling and representing clients in family-based and employment-based immigration matters. Specifically, Ms. Ustun represents clients of corporations, research institutions, and individuals from all 50 U.S. States. In addition, Ms. Ustun counsels international students, scholars, artists, investors, and individuals with exceptional ability in the fields of science, education, business or athletics.

Oct 2013 – Aug 2014 · 10 mos · Frisco, TX

• Managed all paperwork for Non-Immigrant Visa (i.e., H-1B, TN, L-1A, L-1B etc.) petitions, both initial applications and transfers, company-wide. Drafted and implemented H-1B and Green Card policy. Partnered with Talent Acquisition team, and advised on questions related to candidate sponsorship needs prior to hiring decisions being made. Partnered with sponsored associates, HR, managers, and Business Unit Leaders to counsel, coach and make recommendations on Permanent Residency (Green Card) cases and filings. Drafted employment verification letters for sponsored employees traveling internationally, as requested. Provided training and informational materials on immigration/sponsorship to leaders, managers, HR, and the Talent Acquisition team. Designed, maintained and regularly audited U.S. Department of Labor LCA Public Access Files and worked with HR on the I-9 collection process to ensure compliance with all laws/regulations. Responded to all immigration questions, reviewed issues and employees concerns in an expedient manner. Ensured compliance with all federal and state laws and stayed abreast of changes in immigration law.

Oct 2012 – Sep 2013 · 11 mos · Plano, TX

• Managed FDNS site visits and communication with the USCIS. Drafted and prepared high volume Notices of Intent to Revoke (NOIR) , Notices of Intent to Deny (NOID), and RFEs responses. Oversaw Public Access File compliance by managing a team of 15 administrative assistants, paralegals, and file clerks. Reviewed and audited high volume LCAs and H-1B visa petitions (5000+). Worked closely with legal and HR departments to ensure 100% compliance with immigration and employment law. Advised employees on issues related to H-1B, H-4, site visits, NOIR and NOID. Educated employees on current immigration laws and regulations.