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Jackson Lewis Reinforces Immigration Practice, Adds Alexandra LaCombe and Aimee Guthat in Detroit

DETROIT, MI (January 7, 2020) Jackson Lewis P.C., one of the country’s preeminent workplace law firms, is pleased to announce the addition of Principals Alexandra LaCombe and Aimee Guthat, both formerly of Fragomen, to the firm’s Detroit office.

"Alexandra and Aimee are both highly respected by employers for their extensive experience in business-related immigration matters and we are thrilled that they joined the firm,” said Immigration Practice Group Leaders Michael H. Neifach and Amy L. Peck in a joint statement. “As a full-service national employment law firm, Alexandra and Aimee join a roster of attorneys who not only help management with their immigration needs, but also assist with other complex issues related to employee transfer and hire and regulatory compliance.”

Alexandra LaCombe focuses her practice on all aspects of U.S. corporate immigration law, with an emphasis on regulatory compliance and corporate immigration policy. She frequently represents clients in the automotive, aerospace and finance industries, as well as internationally recognized universities and research institutions. Ms. LaCombe has also represented clients during government audits and counseled representatives of foreign companies on U.S. immigration matters, including start-up procedures and commercial contracts in preparation for transfer of foreign personnel to the U.S. She has represented several international corporations during restructuring and advised on immigration aspects of the transaction, collaborating with global counsel, and consulting on creation of immigration processes and procedures for the new entities. Ms. LaCombe also handles nonimmigrant visas and permanent residence sponsorship, as well as extraordinary ability cases in the arts, sciences and business, outstanding professor and researcher matters and all types of waivers. She earned her J.D. from Columbia Law School and her B.A. from the University of Michigan. 

Aimee Guthat focuses her practice on partnering with clients to develop strategic and operational planning for matters related to employment-based immigration and corporate compliance. She represents a wide range of corporate clients, from small and mid-size companies to large multinational organizations in a variety of industries, including original equipment manufacturers in the automotive industry, international financial services institutions and major product and technology suppliers within the automotive industry. Her practice includes all aspects of U.S. immigration, including nonimmigrant visas, labor certification and permanent residence, citizenship, LCA and I-9 compliance and immigration support for corporate restructuring. Ms. Guthat earned her J.D. from Michigan State University College of Law and her B.A. from Western Michigan University.

"This is a tremendous addition for us, in Detroit due to our close proximity to one of the nation’s busiest borders and nationally,” said Marlo Johnson Roebuck, Managing Principal of the firm’s Detroit and Grand Rapids offices. “Alexandra and Aimee are exceptional attorneys who are well-known for their extensive experience in corporate immigration compliance and policy. Both attorneys contribute valuable insight and encompass the strategic skills necessary to help solve our clients’ immigration law needs.”

Jackson Lewis’ Detroit office can be reached at (248) 936-1900. 

About Jackson Lewis 
Focused on labor and employment law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 950+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged, stable and diverse, and share our clients' goals to emphasize inclusivity and respect for the contribution of every employee.

Additional information about the firm can be found at jacksonlewis.com.

For more information, please contact:
Kendall Melidosian, Public Relations Specialist
T: (267) 319-7831 / E: Kendall.Melidosian@jacksonlewis.com

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