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Managing Partner Bernie Wolfsdorf Recognized as a 2024 Best Lawyers’® ‘Lawyer of the Year’ Recipient

Aug 18, 2023 | Announcements

WR Immigration is honored to announce that Managing Partner Bernie Wolfsdorf was included in the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers’ ‘Lawyer of the Year‘ for the Los Angeles region. This accolade is awarded to individual lawyers who received the highest overall peer-feedback for a specific practice area and geographic region. Only one lawyer is recognized as the “Lawyer of the Year” for a specialty and metropolitan location per edition. This is Mr. Wolfsdorf’s third Best Lawyers ‘Lawyer of the Year‘ recognition!

About WR Immigration

WR Immigration is a global immigration law firm known worldwide for its innovation, technology, high touch legal services, and flawless execution. Established in 1986by AILA past president Bernie Wolfsdorf, WR Immigration is a top-rated immigration law firm that provides strategic, client-centered services. Current AILA president Farshad Owji leads the San Francisco office. The firm has an exemplary track record of building robust immigration programs for companies with diverse workforces. With seven offices across 12 time zones, WR Immigration provides corporate global visa services in more than 100 countries. 

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