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Alex is the Managing Partner of Fragomen’s Pittsburgh office, focusing on employment-based immigration, including securing temporary and permanent visas, family-based immigration, naturalization and addressing compliance matters.

His career includes invaluable experience with the U.S. Department of Justice and extensive international work, giving him a unique, global perspective on immigration law.

Alex’s hands-on approach is shaped by his firsthand understanding of the challenges individuals and businesses face when crossing borders. His practice spans a wide range of services, including non-immigrant and immigrant visa strategies, labor certification (PERM), EB-1 visas and tailored solutions for healthcare professionals, artists, athletes and entertainers. He has particular experience in navigating complex issues like 212(e) waivers for physicians, I-9 and H-1B employer compliance, along with Social Security and driver’s license assistance for immigrants.

Alex is a trusted advisor to businesses across industries such as healthcare, life sciences, IT, education and manufacturing. He develops forward-thinking immigration strategies to help clients achieve their workforce and compliance goals.

Alex is an Instructor at Duquesne University Law School and Duquesne University Paralegal Institute.

Alex is a trusted advisor to businesses across industries such as healthcare, life sciences, IT, education and manufacturing. He develops forward-thinking immigration strategies to help clients achieve their workforce and compliance goals.

Alex is an Instructor at Duquesne University Law School and Duquesne University Paralegal Institute.

Education

  • University of Pittsburgh School of Law, J.D., 2002
  • University of Richmond, B.A., 1996

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Admissions

Bar Admissions: Pennsylvania

Practice Limited to Federal Immigration & Nationality Law

Awards

Named a “Recognized Lawyer” by The Legal 500 for Labor and Employment - Immigration, 2023

Professional accomplishments

Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Publications and lectures

Speaker, “US Immigration Law and Policy Changes and Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global Talent.” Fragomen, Webinar, 9 December 2025.

Co-author, “Viewpoint: Immigration Compliance: A Strategic Imperative for Today’s Employers.” Pittsburgh Business Times, 15 August 2025.

Quoted, “Everything you need to know about immigrant work visas under the Trump administration.” Technical.ly, 24 March 2025.

Co-presenter, "Immigration Issues and Projections for 2025." Fielding Legal Challenges: Navigating Labor and Employment Trends, Non-Competes, and Immigration Compliance, 29 October 2024.

Co-author, "H-1B visa registration insight." Hotel Business, 31 May 2023.

Alexander’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 18, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Viewpoint: Immigration Compliance: A Strategic Imperative for Today’s EmployersRead more

March 24, 2025 | Media mentions

Technical.ly: Everything You Need to Know About Immigrant Work Visas Under the Trump AdministrationRead more
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Alexander’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 18, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Viewpoint: Immigration Compliance: A Strategic Imperative for Today’s EmployersRead more

March 24, 2025 | Media mentions

Technical.ly: Everything You Need to Know About Immigrant Work Visas Under the Trump AdministrationRead more
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Alexander’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 18, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Viewpoint: Immigration Compliance: A Strategic Imperative for Today’s EmployersRead more

March 24, 2025 | Media mentions

Technical.ly: Everything You Need to Know About Immigrant Work Visas Under the Trump AdministrationRead more
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Pittsburgh, PA

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11 Stanwix St. Suite 1150

Pittsburgh PA 15222

United States

Alexander’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 18, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Viewpoint: Immigration Compliance: A Strategic Imperative for Today’s EmployersRead more

March 24, 2025 | Media mentions

Technical.ly: Everything You Need to Know About Immigrant Work Visas Under the Trump AdministrationRead more
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11 Stanwix St. Suite 1150

Pittsburgh PA 15222

United States

Alexander’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 18, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Viewpoint: Immigration Compliance: A Strategic Imperative for Today’s EmployersRead more

March 24, 2025 | Media mentions

Technical.ly: Everything You Need to Know About Immigrant Work Visas Under the Trump AdministrationRead more
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11 Stanwix St. Suite 1150

Pittsburgh PA 15222

United States

Alexander’s insights

December 9, 2025 | Meeting

Fragomen US Pharmaceutical Industry Webcast: Impacts on Pharma Hiring and Global TalentRead more

August 18, 2025 | Media mentions

Pittsburgh Business Times: Viewpoint: Immigration Compliance: A Strategic Imperative for Today’s EmployersRead more

March 24, 2025 | Media mentions

Technical.ly: Everything You Need to Know About Immigrant Work Visas Under the Trump AdministrationRead more
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The HR Room Podcast: How to Navigate Irish Immigration Law

Immigration Manager Alice Heron explains how HR teams can navigate Irish immigration law and manage international talent effectively.

Learn more

Media mentions

Housing Today: Right to Work Scheme Expansion: What Housebuilders Need to Know

Associate Ilaria Iovieno and Immigration Consultant Devina Sanghera outline what the proposed expansion of the UK Right to Work Scheme means for housebuilders.

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Awards

Partner Cynthia Shearn Recognized in Crain’s 2026 Notable Women in Law List

Partner Cynthia Shearn is recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business in its 2026 Notable Women in Law list, honoring her leadership in immigration and global mobility and her impact within the legal community.

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Media mentions

Bloomberg Law: Businesses Prep H-1B Backups as Revamped Visa Lottery Opens

Partner Emily Allen says the new H-1B lottery is driving earlier planning and more detailed preparation.

Learn more

Blog post

Bringing the Indonesian Diaspora Home: Insights on the New Global Citizenship Program

Senior Business Immigration Consultant Ryaihanny Sahrom and Business Immigration Consultant II Fahimah Muhammad examine Indonesia’s newly launched Global Citizenship of Indonesia (GCI) program and its introduction of long-term and indefinite permanent residence pathways for members of the Indonesian diaspora.

Learn more

Media mentions

Times Higher Education: Chaos’ Expected as New Visa Compliance Rules Now Due in June

Senior Immigration Manager Jonathan Hill notes that tighter UK visa compliance rules and new rating measures create additional challenges for universities.

Learn more

Video

Brazil: Early Career Visa

Partner Diana Quintas outlines key early career visa pathways and practical considerations for employers and graduates navigating entry-level immigration options.

Learn more

Fragomen news

Canadian Lawyer Magazine: Fragomen, Immigration Firm, Adds Julie Lessard as Partner in Montréal

The Montreal office has added Partner Julie Lessard and Counsel Elsa Agostinho and Sophia Khanzadian to strengthen its immigration services.

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Blog post

Housing Market Dynamics in Saudi Arabia: Policy Changes, Rent Stabilization and Cost of Living Implications for Employers

Destination Services Director Christine Sperr examines how housing market reforms, rent stabilization measures and cost-of-living dynamics in Saudi Arabia are influencing workforce mobility, compensation planning and long-term settlement strategies under Vision 2030.

Learn more

Blog post

Under EU Review: Germany’s Visa Requirements Trigger Infringement Proceedings on Vander Elst Compliance

Manager Dr Adela Schmidt and Senior Associate Isabel Schnitzler analyse the European Commission’s infringement proceedings against Germany concerning its Vander Elst visa requirements for third-country nationals providing short-term cross-border services and explain why current compliance obligations remain unchanged.

Learn more

Blog post

Venezuela’s Energy Reset: Unlocking Opportunity, Managing Risk and Deploying Talent Strategically

Latin America & the Caribbean Managing Partner Leonor Echeverria, Senior Associates Sarah Blackmore and Sonya Cole and Senior Regional Knowledge Manager Laura Weingort examine renewed energy interest in Venezuela and outline key immigration pathways, procedural constraints and strategic considerations for compliant talent deployment.

Learn more

Media mentions

Global Mobility Lawyer: EU to Leverage Visas With New “Assertive Migration Diplomacy” Strategy

Senior Manager Andreia Ghimis highlights how the EU’s new migration strategy could create opportunities for employers while increasing compliance requirements.

Learn more

Media mentions

The HR Room Podcast: How to Navigate Irish Immigration Law

Immigration Manager Alice Heron explains how HR teams can navigate Irish immigration law and manage international talent effectively.

Learn more

Media mentions

Housing Today: Right to Work Scheme Expansion: What Housebuilders Need to Know

Associate Ilaria Iovieno and Immigration Consultant Devina Sanghera outline what the proposed expansion of the UK Right to Work Scheme means for housebuilders.

Learn more

Awards

Partner Cynthia Shearn Recognized in Crain’s 2026 Notable Women in Law List

Partner Cynthia Shearn is recognized by Crain’s Chicago Business in its 2026 Notable Women in Law list, honoring her leadership in immigration and global mobility and her impact within the legal community.

Learn more

Media mentions

Bloomberg Law: Businesses Prep H-1B Backups as Revamped Visa Lottery Opens

Partner Emily Allen says the new H-1B lottery is driving earlier planning and more detailed preparation.

Learn more

Blog post

Bringing the Indonesian Diaspora Home: Insights on the New Global Citizenship Program

Senior Business Immigration Consultant Ryaihanny Sahrom and Business Immigration Consultant II Fahimah Muhammad examine Indonesia’s newly launched Global Citizenship of Indonesia (GCI) program and its introduction of long-term and indefinite permanent residence pathways for members of the Indonesian diaspora.

Learn more

Media mentions

Times Higher Education: Chaos’ Expected as New Visa Compliance Rules Now Due in June

Senior Immigration Manager Jonathan Hill notes that tighter UK visa compliance rules and new rating measures create additional challenges for universities.

Learn more

Video

Brazil: Early Career Visa

Partner Diana Quintas outlines key early career visa pathways and practical considerations for employers and graduates navigating entry-level immigration options.

Learn more

Fragomen news

Canadian Lawyer Magazine: Fragomen, Immigration Firm, Adds Julie Lessard as Partner in Montréal

The Montreal office has added Partner Julie Lessard and Counsel Elsa Agostinho and Sophia Khanzadian to strengthen its immigration services.

Learn more

Blog post

Housing Market Dynamics in Saudi Arabia: Policy Changes, Rent Stabilization and Cost of Living Implications for Employers

Destination Services Director Christine Sperr examines how housing market reforms, rent stabilization measures and cost-of-living dynamics in Saudi Arabia are influencing workforce mobility, compensation planning and long-term settlement strategies under Vision 2030.

Learn more

Blog post

Under EU Review: Germany’s Visa Requirements Trigger Infringement Proceedings on Vander Elst Compliance

Manager Dr Adela Schmidt and Senior Associate Isabel Schnitzler analyse the European Commission’s infringement proceedings against Germany concerning its Vander Elst visa requirements for third-country nationals providing short-term cross-border services and explain why current compliance obligations remain unchanged.

Learn more

Blog post

Venezuela’s Energy Reset: Unlocking Opportunity, Managing Risk and Deploying Talent Strategically

Latin America & the Caribbean Managing Partner Leonor Echeverria, Senior Associates Sarah Blackmore and Sonya Cole and Senior Regional Knowledge Manager Laura Weingort examine renewed energy interest in Venezuela and outline key immigration pathways, procedural constraints and strategic considerations for compliant talent deployment.

Learn more

Media mentions

Global Mobility Lawyer: EU to Leverage Visas With New “Assertive Migration Diplomacy” Strategy

Senior Manager Andreia Ghimis highlights how the EU’s new migration strategy could create opportunities for employers while increasing compliance requirements.

Learn more

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