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Daniel helps companies navigate some of the most complex challenges in employment-based immigration—especially when it comes to compliance. Whether he is guiding Fortune 500 companies through high-stakes government audits, assisting private equity firms with immigration-related due diligence on potential acquisitions or advising fast-growing startups on how to build smart, compliant immigration programs from day one, Daniel is a go-to resource for practical, strategic counsel. He supports clients on I-9 and E-Verify matters, internal investigations, enforcement defense and nuanced immigration issues and individual cases.

With deep experience at the intersection of law, policy and technology, Daniel also leads Fragomen’s I-9 Service Center as Chief Executive Officer of WorkRight U.S., the firm’s I-9 employee verification technology, overseeing both the technology platform and legal services that power the firm’s end-to-end I-9 compliance offering.

A Partner in the Washington, DC office and a senior member of the Government Strategies and Compliance Group, Daniel brings a rare blend of government and private sector insight. Before joining Fragomen, he held senior roles within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), including Director of the Office of Policy and Planning at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Deputy Associate General Counsel for Immigration at DHS. He began his career as a trial attorney with the former Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) in New York City and later served in the INS General Counsel’s Office.

This unique background gives Daniel a 360-degree perspective on immigration compliance—one that is informed by policymaking, enforcement and real-world business needs.

Education

  • University of Southern California Law Center, J.D., 1996
  • DePaul University, MAcc, 1993
  • University of Chicago, B.A., 1989

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Admissions

Bar Admissions: New York

Practice Limited to Federal Immigration & Nationality Law

Awards

Listed in Best Lawyers in America, 2023 to 2025

Listed in Who's Who Legal: Corporate Immigration, 2012 to 2024

Professional accomplishments

Member, Verification and Worksite Enforcement Liaison Committee, American Immigration Lawyers Association

Experience

Advised senior INS and Homeland Security leadership, the White House, and other federal agencies on various aspects of immigration law.

Counseled employers on developing and improving immigration compliance programs.

Represented employers before federal agencies on I-9 audits and investigations.

Publications and lectures

Speaker, “Rocky Mountain West Virtual Immigration Roundtable: Continuing the Conversation.” Fragomen, Webinar, 15 May 2025.

Quoted, “Trump’s immigration enforcement against employers has been gradual. That may soon change.” Manufacturing Dive, 8 April 2025.

Quoted, “Trump’s immigration enforcement against employers has been gradual. That may soon change.” HR Dive, 7 April 2025.

Speaker, “Are You Prepared? Key U.S. Immigration Compliance Updates for Employers.” Fragomen, Webinar, 24 March 2025.

Co-author, ABA Immigration Compliance and Best Practices, 2018.

Speaker, “Approach Form I-9 with Confidence.” Lecture discussion, SHRM Employment Law and Legislative Conference, Washington, DC, 2013.

Speaker, “I Walk the Line, Preparing Clients for I-9 Audits and Investigations.” Panel discussion, American Immigration Lawyers Association Annual Conference, Nashville, TN, 2012.

Speaker, “Getting What You Want Out of Politics – E-Verify as a case study.” Panel discussion, National Association of Home Builders Leadership Conference, New Orleans, LA, August 2012.

Speaker, “Immigration Enforcement and Compliance – How Not to Lose Your Shirt.” Panel discussion, Western Foodservice and Hospitality Expo, Anaheim, CA, August 2012.

Speaker, “Overview of Electronic I-9 Program Requirements and Demonstration of Guardian Electronic I-9 Program.” Panel discussion, American Immigration Lawyers Association Annual Conference, San Diego, CA, 2011.

Speaker, “I-9 Compliance, Worksite Enforcement and E-Verify: Increasing Government Enforcement and Compliance Concerns.” Panel discussion, American Immigration Lawyers Association Annual Conference, San Diego, CA, 2011.

Panelist, “Town Hall Discussion.” Panel discussion, Texas Produce Association Convention, Austin, Texas, August 2009.

Speaker, “Showing Your Cards: What Does A Government Attorney Want to See?” Q&A, American Immigration Lawyers Association Annual Conference, Las Vegas, Nevada, 2009.

Daniel’s insights

June 9, 2025 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Appoints Partner Daniel Brown to Lead its WorkRight U.S. I-9 Technology Solution Read more

May 15, 2025 | Meeting

Rocky Mountain West Virtual Immigration Roundtable: Continuing the ConversationRead more

April 8, 2025 | Media mentions

HR Dive: Trump’s Immigration Enforcement Against Employers Has Been Gradual. That May Soon Change.Read more
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WorkRight: U.S. I-9 System TechnologyRead more

Daniel’s insights

June 9, 2025 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Appoints Partner Daniel Brown to Lead its WorkRight U.S. I-9 Technology Solution Read more

May 15, 2025 | Meeting

Rocky Mountain West Virtual Immigration Roundtable: Continuing the ConversationRead more

April 8, 2025 | Media mentions

HR Dive: Trump’s Immigration Enforcement Against Employers Has Been Gradual. That May Soon Change.Read more
More related insights

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WorkRight: U.S. I-9 System TechnologyRead more

Daniel’s insights

June 9, 2025 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Appoints Partner Daniel Brown to Lead its WorkRight U.S. I-9 Technology Solution Read more

May 15, 2025 | Meeting

Rocky Mountain West Virtual Immigration Roundtable: Continuing the ConversationRead more

April 8, 2025 | Media mentions

HR Dive: Trump’s Immigration Enforcement Against Employers Has Been Gradual. That May Soon Change.Read more
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WorkRight: U.S. I-9 System TechnologyRead more

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June 9, 2025 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Appoints Partner Daniel Brown to Lead its WorkRight U.S. I-9 Technology Solution Read more

May 15, 2025 | Meeting

Rocky Mountain West Virtual Immigration Roundtable: Continuing the ConversationRead more

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June 9, 2025 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Appoints Partner Daniel Brown to Lead its WorkRight U.S. I-9 Technology Solution Read more

May 15, 2025 | Meeting

Rocky Mountain West Virtual Immigration Roundtable: Continuing the ConversationRead more

April 8, 2025 | Media mentions

HR Dive: Trump’s Immigration Enforcement Against Employers Has Been Gradual. That May Soon Change.Read more
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Fragomen Appoints Partner Daniel Brown to Lead its WorkRight U.S. I-9 Technology Solution Read more

May 15, 2025 | Meeting

Rocky Mountain West Virtual Immigration Roundtable: Continuing the ConversationRead more

April 8, 2025 | Media mentions

HR Dive: Trump’s Immigration Enforcement Against Employers Has Been Gradual. That May Soon Change.Read more
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Games Industry: What the UK Government’s Industrial Strategy and Immigration White Paper Mean for the UK Games Industry

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Grace Period for Submission of Documents for Temporary Residence Permits Eliminated in Portugal | #MobilityMinute

In this Mobility Minute, Senior Consultant Ada Plant discusses how Portugal's Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) no longer accepts incomplete temporary residence applications.

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Awards

Partner Julia Onslow-Cole Named to Citywealth Leaders List 2025

Partner Julia Onslow-Cole is named to the prestigious Citywealth Leaders List 2025, which recognises leading professionals in wealth management and private client services.

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Media mentions

The Irish Times: AI Technologies Being Used in Effort to Reduce Risk of Fraud in Immigration Process Department of Justice Says New Tools Are Not Used for Application Decision-Making

Partner Ángel Bello Cortés discusses how Ireland’s Department of Justice is rolling out AI tools to reduce fraud risks in the immigration process.

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Media mentions

Business Insider: How Trump's Immigration Crackdown is Reshaping Financial Industry Hiring, Travel, and Dealmaking

Partner Isha Atassi discusses the impact of immigration policy changes on financial firms’ global mobility and workforce planning.

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Charting a Course: Securing Space-Sector Talent Amid UK Immigration Reforms

Director Laxmi Limbani discusses strategies for securing talent in the UK space sector amid recent immigration reforms.

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2025 APAC and Europe Immigration Trends: Shared Goals, Diverging Tools

This blog highlights the most significant immigration trends across both Europe and Asia Pacific (APAC) in 2025.

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Canada Express Entry Explained: Who’s Eligible and How to Apply

In this video, Partner Jack Kim explains how Canada’s Express Entry system works.

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Fragomen, Julia Onslow-Cole Shortlisted for FT Innovative Lawyers Europe 2025 Awards

Fragomen and Partner Julia Onslow-Cole are shortlisted for the FT Innovative Lawyers Europe 2025 Awards.

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Leading Britain's Conversation: UK Businesses Urged to Act Fast as Immigration Reforms Clash With Industrial Strategy

Associate Aisha Shahid highlights how upcoming UK immigration reforms may impact key sectors and urges businesses to prepare.

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Partners Nadine Bahnan, Ruth Spillane and Karine Wenger Named to San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence in Law

Partners Nadine Bahnan, Ruth Spillane and Karine Wenger are named to San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence in Law list.

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Business Immigration Manager Yvonne Lee and Assistant Business Immigration Manager Shirley Kock discuss bespoke services and residency planning options for private clients in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Media mentions

Games Industry: What the UK Government’s Industrial Strategy and Immigration White Paper Mean for the UK Games Industry

Director Laurence Keir-Thomas outlines how recent changes to UK immigration and industrial policy may affect talent planning and hiring across the games sector.

Learn more

Video

Grace Period for Submission of Documents for Temporary Residence Permits Eliminated in Portugal | #MobilityMinute

In this Mobility Minute, Senior Consultant Ada Plant discusses how Portugal's Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) no longer accepts incomplete temporary residence applications.

Learn more

Awards

Partner Julia Onslow-Cole Named to Citywealth Leaders List 2025

Partner Julia Onslow-Cole is named to the prestigious Citywealth Leaders List 2025, which recognises leading professionals in wealth management and private client services.

Learn more

Media mentions

The Irish Times: AI Technologies Being Used in Effort to Reduce Risk of Fraud in Immigration Process Department of Justice Says New Tools Are Not Used for Application Decision-Making

Partner Ángel Bello Cortés discusses how Ireland’s Department of Justice is rolling out AI tools to reduce fraud risks in the immigration process.

Learn more

Media mentions

Business Insider: How Trump's Immigration Crackdown is Reshaping Financial Industry Hiring, Travel, and Dealmaking

Partner Isha Atassi discusses the impact of immigration policy changes on financial firms’ global mobility and workforce planning.

Learn more

Blog post

Charting a Course: Securing Space-Sector Talent Amid UK Immigration Reforms

Director Laxmi Limbani discusses strategies for securing talent in the UK space sector amid recent immigration reforms.

Learn more

Blog post

2025 APAC and Europe Immigration Trends: Shared Goals, Diverging Tools

This blog highlights the most significant immigration trends across both Europe and Asia Pacific (APAC) in 2025.

Learn more

Video

Canada Express Entry Explained: Who’s Eligible and How to Apply

In this video, Partner Jack Kim explains how Canada’s Express Entry system works.

Learn more

Awards

Fragomen, Julia Onslow-Cole Shortlisted for FT Innovative Lawyers Europe 2025 Awards

Fragomen and Partner Julia Onslow-Cole are shortlisted for the FT Innovative Lawyers Europe 2025 Awards.

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Media mentions

Leading Britain's Conversation: UK Businesses Urged to Act Fast as Immigration Reforms Clash With Industrial Strategy

Associate Aisha Shahid highlights how upcoming UK immigration reforms may impact key sectors and urges businesses to prepare.

Learn more

Awards

Partners Nadine Bahnan, Ruth Spillane and Karine Wenger Named to San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence in Law

Partners Nadine Bahnan, Ruth Spillane and Karine Wenger are named to San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Women of Influence in Law list.

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Private Client Options in APAC: Bespoke Services and Residency Planning

Business Immigration Manager Yvonne Lee and Assistant Business Immigration Manager Shirley Kock discuss bespoke services and residency planning options for private clients in the Asia-Pacific region.

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