Named one of the Top 20 Immigration Attorneys in the nation by HR Executive, Sameer sets the overall strategy for Vanguard Visa Law and leads all US and global immigration service delivery. He is renowned for his innovative insights and expertise in the immigration field, and is a frequent speaker at conferences focusing on immigration, global mobility and relocation, HR, and startup issues. Sameer is also the co-author of the Amazon best-seller "Unshackled," a pivotal guide that empowers highly skilled immigrants to thrive in their personal and professional journeys. He is one of only a handful of immigration lawyers to be certified as an immigration expert by the State Bar of California.
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Santa Clara University School of Law (JD)
University of California, San Diego (BA, Philosophy)
Terra is a graduate of New York University School of Law and has practiced as a non-profit immigration attorney in New York and San Francisco. Now living in Los Angeles, Terra spent the last decade leading operations with the ethos “clarity is kindness.” She has extensive global experience working with remote teams; traveling to 12+ global impact projects, including refugee camps and orphanages; and liaising across all time zones.
She is most inspired by using business as a mechanism for good, to ensure all people are able to lead their lives with dignity and purpose. Terra excels at setting up clean systems; clearly communicating those systems; and connecting with others to maintain a healthy and supportive workplace. Past roles have included Chief Operating Officer of Not For Sale (nonprofit fighting human trafficking), Chief Operating Officer at Just Business (impact investing firm), head of operations at boutique marketing agencies, company culture consultant, and travel writer. She received her B.A. from UCLA, majoring in Sociology and minoring in Women’s Studies.
Terra has lived abroad in Argentina and Colombia and will take any opportunity to practice her Spanish, and will jump into any body of water with goggles and a swim cap.
New York University School of Law (JD)
University of California, Los Angeles (BA, Sociology and Women's Studies)
Kyle brings 10+ years of comprehensive business immigration and team leadership expertise to Vanguard. He is dedicated to helping individuals and organizations navigate the complex world of immigration law by providing skilled guidance, building strong teams, and developing streamlined processes. Kyle has previously worked at one of the largest immigration firms in the country, where he successfully managed high-volume caseloads while maintaining a personalized, detail-oriented approach. He combines strategic thinking with clear communication, ensuring clients feel supported throughout what can be a challenging and uncertain process. He specializes in both nonimmigrant and immigrant visa matters, taking pride in delivering practical solutions to help clients pursue their aspirations in the United States.
When not practicing law, you can find Kyle reading, running, playing the piano, and spending time with his family, preferably in the water, the mountains, or the desert.
University of Arizona, James E. Rogers College of Law (JD)
Michigan State University (BA, Political Science)
Kamille is an experienced business immigration attorney with nearly a decade of practice advising Fortune 500 companies, startups, research institutions, and individual clients on complex U.S. immigration matters. She has expertise across the full spectrum of nonimmigrant and immigrant visa categories, including extraordinary ability visa petitions. Prior to joining Vanguard Visa Law, Kamille worked as an associate at large, top-tier firms guiding clients through high-stakes immigration strategies, drafted comprehensive petitions and responses to RFEs and NOIDs, and led legal research on emerging policy developments. As the daughter of immigrants, Kamille is also deeply committed to advancing immigrant rights through both her professional practice and pro bono work. She brings a client-centered, detail-driven, and globally-informed perspective to every matter she handles.
American University, Washington College of Law (JD)
Western Washington University (BA, History & Languages)
Suann is an immigration attorney with over a decade of experience ensuring compliance with U.S. immigration laws. She brings a rare combination of government insight and advocacy expertise, enabling clients to navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. Suann previously held several roles with USCIS, where she adjudicated a wide range of immigration benefits and developed an understanding of how the system functions.
In her current work, Suann supports clients ranging from small startups to multinational companies, partnering effectively with stakeholders to develop streamlined processes that improve efficiency without compromising quality. She manages high-volume nonimmigrant and immigrant programs, while still crafting individualized strategies for each person from their initial entry to the U.S. to permanent residence/naturalization.
Outside of work, Suann enjoys running, playing tennis, and scuba diving as well as exploring creative outlets like glassblowing.
UC Hastings College of the Law (JD)
University of Texas (BA, Psychology and Economics)
Fayek is a business immigration attorney with experience advising highly skilled professionals, researchers, professors, founders, executives, and emerging leaders on complex employment-based immigration matters. Prior to joining Vanguard, he practiced at both boutique and global immigration firms, developing strategies for EB-1, National Interest Waiver, O-1, and other employment-based and family-based cases.
Fayek specializes in extraordinary ability and advanced-degree petitions, helping clients present complex and unique achievements in a clear and persuasive manner that advances their immigration goals. He is known for his strategic approach to case development, clear and proactive client communication, and ability to translate technical accomplishments into compelling legal narratives. Fayek is passionate about partnering with clients to build strong cases and empowering them to navigate the immigration process with clarity and confidence.
University of Miami School of Law (JD, cum laude)
University of South Florida Honors College (BA, Philosophy and Criminology, Honors)
Bruna is a business immigration attorney with experience representing employers and individuals in a wide range of employment-based immigration matters. She advises clients on both nonimmigrant and immigrant visa strategies, focusing particularly on O-1, EB-1, H-1B, L-1, E-2, TN, H-3, and other employment-based classifications. She has extensive experience preparing complex petitions, drafting detailed legal support letters, responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), and developing case strategies for extraordinary ability, multinational executive, and investor petitions.
While Bruna now focuses her practice on employment-based immigration, she has also represented clients in family-based immigration and removal defense matters, giving her a comprehensive understanding of the U.S. immigration system and the diverse needs of individuals, families, and employers. As an immigrant herself, Bruna understands firsthand the challenges, uncertainty, and life-changing impact of the immigration process. Her personal experience allows her to approach each case with empathy and a genuine appreciation for the hurdles her clients face while guiding them through every step of their immigration journey.
Fordham University School of Law (LL.M.)
Universidade do Vale do Rio dos Sinos (UNISINOS) (LL.B.)
Chris is an attorney with over 15 years of experience in EB-1 and NIW cases. Before joining Vanguard, he ran a solo practice with a dual focus on research-based visa petitions and appellate removal defense. His wins in federal circuit courts have been selected for coverage by LexisNexis’ Law360 and Bender’s Immigration Case Reporter. In recognition of his achievements, the New Orleans Bar Association invited him to serve as the 2024 Chair of its Immigration Law Committee. Chris focuses his practice at Vanguard on RFE and NOID responses. He is especially passionate about leveraging litigation and AI to advocate for his clients more effectively and efficiently.
In his free time, Chris is President and CEO of the Equal Freedom Institute, a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) think tank advancing America’s founding ideals of human dignity, individual rights, and democratic self-government for all people. His research has been published in the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Law Journal and International Journal of Refugee Law, and presented at Cambridge University and the London School of Economics, among others.
Tulane University (PhD, Philosophy)
Temple University School of Law (JD/LLM, Transnational Law)
Loyola University New Orleans (BA, Philosophy)
Vidya is an EB-1A coach who brings a blend of legal expertise, strategic insight, and genuine care to her work. Drawing on over a decade of experience as an attorney in immigration and commercial law, she helps individuals craft compelling EB-1A profiles by identifying each client’s unique strengths and guiding them through the process with clarity and precision. Whether advising on how to meet EB-1A criteria or responding to Requests for Evidence (RFEs), her approach is analytical, highly tailored, and thoroughly researched. Her collaborative style and attention to detail have made her a trusted partner to many who have successfully navigated the EB-1A process. One of her greatest strengths lies in uncovering meaningful angles and achievements that clients themselves may not have fully recognized and bringing forward the most impactful parts of their story.
Harvard Law School (LLM)
NALSAR University of Law, India (BA, LLB (Honors))
Recognized for his expertise in federal court litigation involving U.S. immigration benefits, Brian Green has brought more than 1,200 lawsuits in his career. He is admitted to practice before more than thirty (+30) U.S. district courts around the U.S. He has won court decisions overturning an EB-1A I-140 denial and a marriage fraud finding incorrectly made by USCIS. Brian is a highly skilled researcher, legal writer, oral advocate, and seasoned trial attorney. He received the 2023 American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)’s Samuel Williamson Mentor Award for his mentorship in the area of federal litigation. He is the 2024-2025 AILA Benefits Litigation Committee chair.
Case Western Reserve University School of Law (JD)
Washington and Jefferson College (BA, History and Political Science)
Anushri’s journey into immigration law was inspired by her personal experience as an immigrant. She has accumulated invaluable insights from prominent business immigration firms and boutique companies, where marketing roles enriched her understanding of client needs. This diverse experience uniquely positions her to handle various immigration routes into the U.S. Committed to excellence in service and driven by a passion for immigration advocacy, Anushri continues to make a meaningful impact in the field, helping individuals and businesses navigate the intricacies of U.S. immigration law effectively.
UC College of Law, SF (JD)
UC San Diego (BA, International Studies)
Kimberly has worked in business immigration law since 2019, specializing in nonimmigrant and immigrant visa case matters, and process and program management. She is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate service, inspired by her home immigrant community and by her own family's immigration journeys. Her education in international studies provided her with an academic foundation in geopolitics and global migration, while her background in engineering technology has given her a unique lens to appreciate the complexities of clients' work.
University of Wyoming (BA, International Studies)
Emma has served as a Paralegal in employment-based immigration since 2018, supporting both non-immigrant and immigrant visa matters. With a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from Texas Christian University and a Master’s degree in International Studies from the University of North Texas, she brings a strong academic foundation to her work. On the Corporate Team, Emma partners with clients to guide employees through complex visa processes, including the Green Card process, with efficiency and care. Inspired by her grandparents’ own immigrant journeys, she is committed to helping others navigate the challenges of U.S. immigration law with clarity and compassion.
University of North Texas (MA, International/Global Studies)
Texas Christian University (BA, Political Science and Government)
Laura has a passion for helping individuals and companies navigate the complexities of U.S. employment-based immigration. With a Bachelor of Arts in English, Laura brings a deep appreciation for storytelling and communication to her work. Over the last several years, Laura has immersed herself in the field of immigration law, assisting clients with a wide range of immigration matters, including employment visa applications, adjustment of status, and naturalization. She approaches each case with empathy and attention to detail, ensuring that clients feel heard and supported throughout the legal process.
DePaul University (BA, English)
Sree is a current writer and former educator with a background in psychology and literature. Besides having taught English and social sciences across school grades, she also handled strategy and communications for a fintech start-up with a focus on social impact, and has written academic study guides and teaching material for an online literary resource.
EFLU (MA, English Language and General Literature)
Ruya began her career in administrative and legal support roles, building a strong foundation for her work in immigration law. As Operations & Legal Coordinator at Vanguard, she initiates cases, streamlines processes, provides legal assistance, and supports both clients and the team. Having personally navigated the immigration process, Ruya brings genuine understanding and empathy to her role, helping clients feel confident as they navigate complex legal matters.
Languages:
Fluent in German; limited proficiency in Turkish
New Jersey City University (BA, Psychology, magna cum laude)
Molly helps keep the engine of our team running smoothly. Before joining Vanguard, she honed her skills at General Catalyst and led communications at The Battery in San Francisco, CA.
The University of Iowa (BA, International Studies)
