Cozen O'Connor

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The ‘exceptional’ immigration strategy and policy practice at Cozen O'Connor advises individuals, multinational corporations, and global employers on both temporary and long-term US immigration strategies. Led by Scott Bettridge, the practice manages securing employment-based visas and permanent residency, working closely with the firm’s tax, labor, employment, and international law teams to deliver full-service support. Bettridge represents corporate and individual clients across all aspects of US immigration law and related services, including nonimmigrant visas, green cards, labor certification, and citizenship. He also provides I-9 review and compliance services, with a particular focus on global workforce mobility matters such as due diligence and risk-management assessments in connection with mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, downsizings, and startup ventures. Frances Rayer in Philadelphia, David Adams in New York, and Elizabeth Olivera in Minneapolis are also key members of the practice.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Cozen O'Connor's immigration practice, and in particular the team of Scott Bettridge and Elizabeth Olivera, is exceptional, and has provided invaluable services to our family office. Scott Bettridge has the ability to think about substance instead of form, making him an unusual practitioner in the field and a key member of our trusted advisor network.'

Key clients

  • Breitling USA, Inc.
  • International Air Transport Association

Work highlights

Representing Breitling USA Inc. and its employee population on global immigration matters, such as qualifying for visas under the TN, H-1B, L-1, and E-3 categories, as well as permanent residency, including EB-1, EB-2, EB-3, and PERM labor certification process.