What Clients Can Learn from Berardi Law Attorneys Named 2026 Super Lawyers

Being named 2026 Super Lawyers signals that these attorneys have demonstrated consistent success and peer recognition in immigration law. From our perspective, this underscores the value of engaging counsel with a proven track record, especially for complex petitions like L-1 intracompany transfers or EB-1C multinational manager green cards, where USCIS scrutiny is high (8 CFR §214.2(l)). Clients should verify their attorney’s experience handling such cases to minimize RFEs and denials.

This recognition highlights the advantage of working with seasoned lawyers who understand both USCIS policy nuances and employer perspectives. We suggest clients proactively audit their case filings—checking details like SOC codes on I-129 forms or evidence of qualifying managerial roles—before submission. Our experience shows that thorough preparation under expert guidance reduces processing times and avoids costly rejections.

Absolutely. First, clients should review their current attorney’s success metrics and request case examples similar to their profile. Second, if preparing for L-1 or EB-1C petitions, confirm that your legal team is up to date with the latest USCIS policy memos and relevant INA provisions (INA §203(b)(1)(C)). For example, last quarter we helped a fintech client correct a flawed organizational chart that previously triggered an RFE, resulting in approval within 3 months.

While the Berardi announcement focuses on corporate immigration, the underlying message is the premium on expertise. EB-5 investors should similarly seek counsel with demonstrated results, especially given recent policy shifts around project eligibility and source of funds documentation. We recommend clients confirm their attorney’s familiarity with USCIS’s EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program Modernization Rule (8 CFR §204.6), which impacts project risk assessment and timing.