Leonard John D'Arrigo - New York Lawyer

Leonard J. D’Arrigo serves as Partner and Head of the Immigration Practice at Harris Beach Murtha. Harris Beach Murtha boasts a team of more than 250 lawyers spread across 16 locations in the Northeast region, carrying a rich legal heritage dating back to 1856 and offering expertise in over 30 key legal areas. Leonard specializes in corporate and professional immigration, focusing on employment-based immigrant and nonimmigrant petitions, as well as family-based immigration matters. He actively participates in the American Immigration Lawyers Association, where he plays a key role in the national Department of Labor Liaison Committee and frequently presents on business immigration topics at both local and national forums. This committee comprises a select group of AILA member attorneys nationwide who engage directly with the Department of Labor, including the Office of Foreign Labor Certification, Wage and Hour Division, the Board of Alien Labor Certification Appeals, and other key stakeholders to address policy concerns. Leonard provides legal counsel to the largest network of universities, the leading public healthcare system, and the foremost commercial landscaping company in the United States. He represents top-tier employers such as state university and hospital systems, multinational corporations, and seasonal businesses in obtaining employment-based visas and advising on compliance matters. His expertise extends to assisting technology firms in establishing and managing global mobility programs for third-party placements. Leonard represents corporations and research institutions in recruiting highly skilled workers to drive expansion. He offers nationwide employer training on I-9 compliance and conducts comprehensive due diligence reviews for significant corporate transactions. His practice also encompasses one of the most extensive H-2A/H-2B visa services in the United States, making him a recognized authority in processing seasonal visas for businesses nationwide.