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Berry Appleman & Leiden’s Managing Director, Asia Christina Karl and Managing Director, Oceania Tim Denney were awarded the 2016 Worldwide ERC Meritorious Service Award at the Global Workforce Summit: Talent Mobility in APAC in Shanghai, China on March 17, 2016.
The Meritorious Service Awards are granted annually to those professionals who have demonstrated commitment to the service of global mobility and who have contributed significantly to the Worldwide ERC through speaking at events, serving on committees, and writing articles for Mobility magazine.
Worldwide ERC is the workforce mobility association for professionals who oversee, manage, or support U.S. domestic and international employee transfer. The organization was founded in 1964 to help members overcome the challenges of workforce mobility, and has grown today to nearly 10,000 service industry members around the world.
Berry Appleman & Leiden is pleased to announce that Jeff Gorsky is joining the firm after serving in senior legal positions at the U.S. Department of State for three decades. Gorsky will be based in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office.
“Jeff served as a high-ranking lawyer in the office that handles the most complex and sensitive immigration issues from around the world,” said Lynden Melmed, a partner in the firm’s Washington, D.C. office. “He understands how consular officers approach visa decisions day in and day out, and he has been a respected advisor to top policy makers in government. We are confident that his background will enhance and build on our firm’s unique government affairs capabilities.”
Gorsky’s career at the Department of State spanned over three decades. He worked as a Foreign Service Officer, managed the nonimmigrant visa section in Medellin, Colombia, served as consular chief in Bilbao, Spain, and finished his career as Chief of the Legal Advisory section of the Visa Office. He received numerous awards over the course of his government career, including two State Department Superior Honor Awards.
“I am honored to be joining the most respected immigration firm in the world,” Gorsky said. “Berry Appleman & Leiden is known within the government for its integrity and its ability to effectively represent their clients. I look forward to being part of their team and supporting their clients.”
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In its 2015 publication, Chambers Global has awarded BAL an elevated ranking, noting that BAL, “Maintains a well-established reputation for corporate immigration, with a strong foundation in the USA. With a spread of offices worldwide, the firm is well placed to provide global immigration services, including in relation to M&A transactions and compliance. It is highlighted by interviewees for providing outstanding strategic and service-oriented advice.” Notable practitioners listed for BALinclude Partners David Berry, Jeremy Fudge and Shawn Orme, and Managing Directors Christina Karl, Emily King and Daniela Lima.
About Chambers Global Chambers Global covers over 190 countries across the world. It also includes Region-wide and Global-wide sections. The research team is unique in its size, talent and range of international experience. 150 full-time researchers and editors speak over 20 different languages. Based in the London office, they conduct in-depth telephone interviews with lawyers and clients around the world.
Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP is pleased to announce the promotion of Rob Caballero from senior associate to partner. In addition, the firm has promoted two partners, Frieda Garcia and Carla Tarazi, to shareholder.
Rob Caballero represents a wide range of clients, including Global Fortune 100 corporations, regional companies and start-up ventures. Practicing out of the firm’s Houston office, Mr. Caballero is the past Chair of the AILA Texas Chapter and previously held the positions of Secretary, Treasurer, and Vice Chair. He served two terms as Chair of AILA’s Gay/Lesbian Interest Group and LGBT Immigration Issues Working Group, and was a member of AILA’s EB-5 Investor Committee as well as the Strategic Planning Committee. He sits on the Board of Directors for Equality Texas and the National Campaign Board for the Victory Fund.
Frieda Garcia represents multinational corporations in a wide range of industries, including technology, communication, financial services, media and nursing, and advises them regarding all aspects of immigration, regulations, policy and compliance. Ms. Garcia, who works in the San Francisco office, joined Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP in 2001 and was promoted to partner in 2009.
Carla Tarazi has a diverse background in all aspects of employment and family-based immigration law, including citizenship matters. Ms. Tarazi focuses her practice on representing multinational corporate clients in employment-based immigration issues, specifically PERM labor certifications, preference visa petitions, and both consular processing and adjustment of status applications. Ms. Tarazi works in the San Francisco office. She joined Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP in 1998 and was promoted to partner in 2008.
“These attorneys have made tremendous contributions to the firm and we are pleased to recognize their dedication to our clients and to the practice of immigration law,” said Jeremy Fudge, Managing Partner of the firm. “The firm continues its commitment to promoting from within and valuing diversity.”
Founding Partner David Berry added, “With operations in six countries and over 350 employees, it is important that we continue to broaden our management team. Carla, Frieda and Rob have a track record of client service and legal expertise, and their promotions will further strengthen the firm’s platform and capabilities.”
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