Senior Associate
Amanda Hayes
Country / Territory
Get in touch
Languages
- English
Contact information
Amanda is a Senior Associate at Fragomen’s Boston office, where she advises multinational and high-growth companies on the design, execution and optimization of sophisticated immigration programs that directly support core business objectives and globally distributed workforces. She brings depth of experience across the full range of immigrant and nonimmigrant visa matters, including H-1B, TN, E-3, L-1B, L-1A, L-1, H-1B1, PERM, I-140, adjustment of status and naturalization. Amanada’s current practice is focused on developing and leading enterprise-scale nonimmigrant visa strategies for complex, high-volume employer programs, delivering scalability, compliance and operational efficiency.
Prior to joining the firm, Amanda served at an immigration nonprofit, where she represented foreign nationals in removal proceedings and developed a strong litigation foundation. She previously practiced at a boutique Boston-based immigration firm, where she advised clients on family, humanitarian and employment-based immigration matters, including EB-5 investor petitions and complex I-140 matters.
Amanda is deeply committed to impact-driven advocacy. She has represented asylum seekers through the Political Asylum/Immigration Representation (PAIR) Project and unaccompanied children through Kids in Need of Defense (KIND). She currently dedicates substantial pro bono time to supporting Rian Immigrant Center, advancing access to immigration relief for underserved communities.
Education
- Boston University School of Law, J.D., cum laude, 2012
- New York University, B.A., magna cum laude, 2007
More from Amanda
Admissions
Bar Admissions: Massachusetts
Practice Limited to Federal Immigration & Nationality Law
Awards
Named to Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch, 2021 to 2024
Fragomen’s Pro Bono Champion Award, 2023
Professional accomplishments
Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
Member, Women’s Bar Association of Massachusetts
Publications and lectures
Speaker, “What Employers Need to Know About Immigration Compliance in 2026: Regulatory requirements and emerging trends.” MCLE New England, Webinar, 4 May 2026.
Speaker, “Immigration Strategies for Entrepreneurial F-1 Students.” Bentley University, Waltham, MA, 24 February 2026.
Speaker, “Immigration Law: MCLE BasicsPlus!® - Immigration: H-1B and LCA Compliance.” MCLE New England, Webinar, 18 January 2024.
Speaker, “Navigating the Pitfalls of Employment-Based Immigration Law: Strategies for attorneys to mitigate risk and maximize success.” myLawCLE, Webinar, 13 April 2023.
Speaker, “US Immigration Updates.” French-American Chamber of Commerce New England, Cambridge, MA, 7 February 2023.
Speaker, “Life after graduation – immigration 101.” Interstride, Webinar, 18 January 2023.
Speaker, “Employment Immigration 101.” New York Immigration Council, Webinar, 29 September 2022.
Speaker, “’1st Look’ at the Supreme Court Green Card Case.” MCLE New England, Boston, MA, 5 March 2020.
Speaker, “Immigration Options for Pilots.” Embry–Riddle Aeronautical University, Webinar, 18 November 2022.
Amanda’s insights
February 26, 2026 | Meeting
August 19, 2024 | Awards
August 17, 2023 | Awards
