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also known as Joseph J. Shepherd, J.J. Shepherd
Joseph J. (“JJ”) Shepherd is a Senior Associate in the Los Angeles offices of Tafapolsky & Smith LLP. Mr. Shepherd advises employers, investors, and individuals regarding all aspects of U.S. immigration and nationality law. Mr. Shepherd currently serves as a Member of the AILA National ACES (Athletics, Culture, Entertainment, and Science) Committee (2015-present), and as a Consular Liaison for AILA So. Cal. (2016-present). He previously served as a Member of the AILA National LGBT Immigration Issues Working Group (2014-2015), as a USCIS District 23 Liaison for AILA So. Cal. (2015-2016), a Congressional Advocacy Liaison for AILA So. Cal (2014-2015), and as a Founding Member of the LGBT Committee for AILA So. Cal (2013-2014). Mr. Shepherd is licensed in Massachusetts and practices exclusively immigration and nationality law.
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Acquired: 2011
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555 W. Fifth Street, Suite 4510, Los Angeles, CA, 90013
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Posted by Fab | November 21, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Immigration
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After so many years of getting a NO from over 10 attorneys over a period of 15 years. Joseph took the time to listen and consult with his team if they were able to take on my case. We able to finally submit our immigration case. Thank you for taking the time and caring about our case. We were not cha...
Posted by anonymous | April 27, 2015 | Immigration
Failed on Two Tries
I first brought an H-1B case to Mr. Shepherd in 2013 for a management position. He insisted that he was an easy case if it was accepted. Fast forward several months and even after my employee's case was accepted by the government, it was denied for not being an eligible position. After spending more ...
Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2014 | Immigration
An Excellent Attorney -- Highly Recommended!
Attorney Shepherd and his team worked on my immigration case, specifically adjusting my status to permanent resident. His experience and expertise in immigration law was evident and, ultimately, resulted in an approved application. Throughout the process, I found him to be responsive and thorough. ...
Posted by Cody | January 27, 2014 | Immigration
Joseph is a great lawyer. Highly recommended for your immigration cases. Hire him!
My experience with Joseph was great overall! He helped me through my h1b petition; it was approved so obviously he did his job right. The process did not go as smoothly as expected since there was a lot of waiting involved but it was not necessarily something that we could avoid. Throughout the proce...
Posted by anonymous | October 18, 2013 | Immigration
Highly Recommended
Joseph recently handled my adjustment of status from an O Visa to a marriage based Green Card. Not only was he highly personable and professional, he was always on hand to deal with any random requests and did so with knowledge, genuine care and flawless attention to detail. Over the years I've w...
"I have worked with Joseph and found him to be a wonderful resource of knowledge and experience for Immigration issues. He is an excellent attorney with a great demeanor."
"I endorse this lawyer. Joseph is extremely knowledgable in immigration law. He is very diligent and dedicated to his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is knowledgeable in the field of immigration law and provided valuable assistance concerning an employment / investor visa issue."
"JJ is a former co-worker of mine and an exceptional attorney. He is a dedicated, hardworking, and knowledgeable immigration attorney."
"Joseph is a very capable, passionate, and thorough attorney. His dedication for advocating on behalf of the LGBT immigrant community in particular is not only commendable but generates outstanding results for his clients."
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Corporate Immigration 2016, Who's Who Legal
2011
Significant Contributions to the Advancement of Law, ABA Section of Labor and Employment Law
2016 - Present
Senior Associate, Tafapolsky & Smith, LLP
2011 - 2016
Senior Associate, Wolfsdorf Rosenthal LLP
2009 - 2011
Associate and Law Clerk, Masliah & Soloway, P.C.
2016 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern California Chapter)Consular Liaison
2015 - Present
AILA National ACES Committee (Athletics, Culture, Entertainment, and Science)Member
2011 - Present
American Immigration Lawyers AssociationMember
2011 - Present
American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law SectionMember
2015 - 2016
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern California Chapter)USCIS District 23 Liaison
2014 - 2015
AILA National LGBT Immigration Working GroupMember
2014 - 2015
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern California Chapter)Congressional Advocacy Liaison
2013 - 2014
American Bar Association, Young Lawyers DivisionVice Chair, Committee on Homeland and National Security Law
2013 - 2014
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern California Chapter)LGBT Liaison
2012 - 2013
American Immigration Lawyers Association (Southern California Chapter)Law Student Division Liaison
2011 - 2013
Lesbian and Gay Lawyers Association of Los AngelesBoard of Governors, Amicus Committee Chair
2009
JD - Juris Doctor
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I Fell for My Ski Instructor: LGBT Update
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Courts and Congress: A Different Future for Students and Scholars?
2013
How the Overturning of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is Affecting Immigration Practice and Policy
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Legal Answers
Is it OK to tell US CIS that I will be amending H-1B petition with a new LCA later?
16 Jul 2014
Stokes interview request but currently in divorce proceedings, my soon to be ex wife( my petitioner) not interested in attending
10 Apr 2014
F2A Concurrent filing- do we need to maintain F1 status while I485 is pending but we have EAD card received?
17 Jan 2014