Aaron L. Kochenderfer

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Education

Wayne State University Law School, J.D.

Oakland University, B.A., Political Science

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Employers navigating U.S. immigration requirements rely on Aaron to develop strategies for recruiting, retaining, and supporting international talent. Aaron advises businesses, institutions, and foreign national professionals on employment-based immigration, helping clients evaluate temporary work authorization, permanent residence, and citizenship options while addressing complex immigration and workforce-planning questions.

Aaron counsels employers and professionals across a range of industries on employment-based immigration matters, including H-1B and TN status, Schedule A I-140 petitions, National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions, adjustment of status, and other pathways to U.S. permanent residence and citizenship. His experience includes serving as immigration counsel to a large hospital system, where he provides guidance on complex immigration questions and workforce-related immigration planning.

Aaron also has significant experience advising employers on employment-based immigration programs and managing high-volume corporate accounts. His work has involved representation of a company identified as one of the top 25 H-1B filers in the United States.

Aaron analyzes individual circumstances, identifies practical immigration strategies, and explains complex legal requirements in clear, actionable terms. His experience includes managing high-volume caseloads, responding to complex immigration inquiries, and helping employers and foreign nationals understand evolving immigration requirements and opportunities.

Aaron is active in the immigration and international talent community. He has authored numerous articles on business immigration topics and delivered educational presentations for economic development organizations and international students.

Honors

Sterling Heights Diversity Distinction Award, 2024

Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, 2022-2023

Lawdragon 500 X - The Next Generation, 2023

Marquis Who's Who in America, 2023

HRUnite! Community Award, 2022

Publications

"Tips On How To Resolve A Student Visa Denial," Mondaq, Author, August 23, 2023

"Immigration Reform Can Protect Our “Golden Years” from the 'Silver Tsunami'," American Immigration Lawyers Association, Author, July 27, 2023

"How To Retain An Employee Once Student Work Authorization Expires," Mondaq, Author, March 16, 2023

"The Differences Between Curricular Practical Training (CPT) And Optional Practical Training (OPT)," Mondaq, Author, March 6, 2023

"America’s Industrial Cities Can Benefit from the Start-Up Visa," American Immigration Lawyers Association, Author, February 22, 2023

"E-3 Visas For Australian Nationals Can Help U.S.-Based Employers Shore Up Their Skilled Workforce," Mondaq, Author, February 10, 2023

"International Students Can Enhance U.S. Companies," Mondaq, Author, January 25, 2023

"Taxation Of International Student Workers In The U.S.: A Brief Summary," Mondaq, Author, November 22, 2022

"International Students Can Close the STEM Talent Gap," The Oakland Press, Author, August 12, 2022

"Why Supporting “Documented Dreamers” Is A Good Idea," American Immigration Lawyers Association, Author, July 12, 2022

"Relieve Seasonal Businesses by Increasing Guest Worker Visas," Mondaq, Author, May 3, 2022

"E-2 Visas Can Propel Rust Belt Comebacks," Mondaq, Author, February 2, 2022

"Immigrant Healthcare Workers Are Essential to the U.S. Comeback," American Immigration Lawyers Association, Author, February 11, 2021

"Op-Ed: Immigration reforms can benefit international students and their universities," The Michigan Daily, Author, December 13, 2020

"Immigrants Are Behind the Wheel of Detroit’s Revival," American Immigration Lawyers Association, Author, March 31, 2020

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