Stephen Iacullo, Esq

• Assist clients with their immigration cases from intake to adjudication.
• Effectively and fairly administer immigration benefit applications in accordance with the law.
• Write visa petition appellate briefs and provide litigation support to the U.S. Attorney’s office.
• Drafted and reviewed complex contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and protecting client interests.
• Mentored junior attorneys, fostering professional development through guidance and support in their legal practice.
• Acted as lead counsel in high-stakes arbitrations, employing strategic negotiation techniques that resulted in advantageous awards for clients.
• Implemented tailored dispute resolution tactics, facilitating successful negotiations between parties to achieve mutually beneficial agreements.
• Streamlined legal processes by implementing efficient case management strategies, resulting in reduced time spent on administrative tasks.
• Reduced company risk exposure by conducting thorough due diligence investigations and identifying potential liabilities.
• Negotiated favorable settlements for clients through effective communication and persuasive argumentation techniques.
• Delivered persuasive oral arguments in court hearings, effectively advocating for client positions and achieving desired results.
• Conducted extensive legal research to stay abreast of evolving legal trends and inform strategic decision-making for clients'' benefit.
• Coordinated with expert witnesses to build compelling evidence in support of client claims during litigation or negotiations.
• Developed comprehensive legal strategies for clients to address both immediate concerns and long-term objectives.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide well-rounded legal counsel on business transactions and decisions.
• Advised clients on regulatory compliance matters, minimizing the risk of penalties or sanctions from government agencies.
• Managed high-profile litigation cases, upholding client reputation while securing favorable outcomes in court proceedings.
• Enhanced client satisfaction with proactive communication and timely updates on case progress.

Provided legal

• Helped make policy changes alongside a group of attorneys, ambassadors and citizens.
• Assisted staff representatives to prepare 10 - 12immigration-related cases and filings weekly.
• Orchestrated and handled various legal issues by remaining highly organized and prioritizing.
• Oversaw corporate governance matters including entity formation, maintenance, and dissolution activities for multiple subsidiaries around the globe.
• Evaluated proposed legislative changes impacting business operations, proactively updating internal policies to maintain compliance with new requirements.
• Coordinated global trademark registrations to protect brand identity across various jurisdictions worldwide effectively.
• Cultivated strong relationships with external counsel and industry peers to stay abreast of emerging legal trends impacting the organization.
• Reported requirements for benefit plans and executive compensation.
• Advised businesses on compliance needs regarding compensation and benefits laws and regulations.