IMMIGRATION LAWYERS TOOLBOX Summary Immigration is a unique practice area that rewards its practitioners when they travel and interact with clients across the globe. Few legal practices can boast the same. With this article and some general tips, we wanted to highlight some of the main differences between operating a firm overseas compared to operating a traditional office in the States and provide the corresponding pros and cons to this endeavor.
We also want to provide some quick pro tips for those who are considering testing the waters before completely diving in. In
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the following appendix, we will share some of the easier ways to expand your legal practice overseas without having to incorporate, and we will end with some of the key points to keep in mind if you decide to open shop overseas. Opening an office abroad is great if you are looking for direct connections with targeted clients abroad, increased productivity, and an expansion of services offered. Hopefully this article will provide a roadmap to help those who are curious. Cheers!
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Joseph received his J.D. from Pepperdine University in 2012 with a Certificate in Dispute Resolution, has practiced abroad in London, Taipei and Shanghai, and is now the managing partner of Tsang & Associates, an international immigration law firm with offices in Los Angeles, Taiwan, and Shanghai. Joseph currently serves as the Chair on AILA’s National Law Student Outreach Committee. He has authored multiple articles on immigration issues, as well as co-authored the book, “Confucius Meets Shakespeare,” and ever burns with the love for literature. He currently resides in sunny California with his wife and son.
