My Why
What powers my practice
Discovering the power of persuasive legal writing and seeing a friend navigate the immigration system with the help of attorneys opened my eyes to a meaningful area of law. Practicing immigration law is fulfilling because of its dynamic nature, and nothing compares to the moment a challenging visa is approved. One of the firm’s greatest strengths is its collaborative culture, where I’m fortunate to work with exceptionally smart colleagues to tackle complex challenges with strategic, thoughtful solutions. I want clients to know I’m deeply committed to helping them find the best options—because immigration decisions are not only legally complex, but personally life-changing.
Credentials
- Marquette University Law School, Juris Doctor (J.D.), 2006
- Ferris State University, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Relations, 2001
- Wisconsin
- Leading Immigration Lawyer, Chambers USA, 2024-present
- Up & Coming Lawyer, Wisconsin Law Journal, 2012
Engagement
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, Wisconsin Bar Association
- Wisconsin Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
- Chair, 2022 – 2023
- Vice Chair, 2021 – 2022
- Treasurer, 2020 – 2021
- Secretary, 2019 – 2020
- Business Section Steering Committee, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
- Volunteer Attorney, Marquette University Legal Clinic
- Board Member, Cedarburg Community Scholarship Fund
- Board Member, Ferris State University Alumni Association
- Board Member, Ferris State University Honors Program Alumni Board
Insights
H-1B Registration Window Opens March 4, 2026
The number of available new H-1B petitions is capped at 65,000 per fiscal year (“regular cap”), with an additional 20,000 slots available to foreign nationals holding advanced degrees (master’s degrees or higher) from U.S. institutions. For the last several years, USCIS received significantly more petitions than this cap, resulting in a lottery system for available spotsRead
Feb 3, 2026
New Visa Processing Delays and U.S. Entry Restrictions Creating Significant Challenges for Foreign Travelers
Multiple recent immigration changes have made international travel much more challenging for many foreign nationals during what is normally a very busy travel time.Read
Dec 29, 2025
Immigration Update for Employers: ICE Enforcement and Visa Program Changes
The Trump Administration continues to increase immigration enforcement nationwide, with recent worksite arrests highlighting the need for careful planning and preparation.Watch
Nov 12, 2025