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David Iannella

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David is a Director based in Fragomen’s Frankfurt office. He is responsible for managing the Consular and Document Practice locally and oversees the service delivery of outbound business visas, consular and document services and passport matters.

David was previously based in the Boston office where he practiced U.S. federal immigration and nationality law and assisted both small and large multinational corporate clients with a range of nonimmigrant and immigrant matters.

While in law school, David was a student attorney in the Federal Appeals Clinic and served as a Senior Note Editor for the Boston College Environmental Affairs Law Review.

David has assisted in a number of pro bono cases, including the approval of Temporary Protected Status for an individual from Sierra Leone.

Education

  • Boston College Law School, J.D., 2015
  • Trinity College, B.A., 2011

More from David

Admissions

Bar Admissions: Massachusetts

Professional accomplishments

Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)

Publications and lectures

Speaker, “Global Entry.” Fragomen Mobility Minute, Podcast, 13 February 2026.

Co-author, “Travel under Trump.” Labor Law Magazine, 11 September 2025.

Speaker, “Deployment of employees and visa regulations USA.” IHK Frankfurt am Main, Frankfurt, Germany, 27 March 2025.

Co-author, “In the Fast Lane: Obtaining an Expedited Green Card for the Spouse or Children of a US citizen Living Abroad.” Deutscher AnwaltSpiegel's Labor Law Magazine, 21 August 2023.

Co-author, “Visa Wait Times: The Major Hurdles for Travelers to the United States.” Deutscher AnwaltSpiegel's Labor Law Magazine, 8 December 2022.

Speaker, “Recent Developments in United States Immigration Policies.” American Chamber of Commerce, Frankfurt, Germany, 5 June 2019.

Co-author, “Employment-Based Immigration And Trump: What To Expect.” Law360, 13 January 2017.

Faculty Presenter, “Practitioner’s Guide to Navigating L-1 Intracompany Transferees.” Webinar, Lawline.com, 7 November 2016.

Co-author, “A Brief Window: Border Security Fee Sunset Won’t Last.” Law360, 20 November 2015.

David’s insights

February 13, 2026 | Video

Global Entry | #MobilityMinuteRead more

September 12, 2025 | Media mentions

Labor Law Magazine: Travel Under TrumpRead more

August 13, 2025 | Blog post

Global Mobility Support and Visa Services: Fragomen’s Outbound Solutions from Germany Read more
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David’s insights

February 13, 2026 | Video

Global Entry | #MobilityMinuteRead more

September 12, 2025 | Media mentions

Labor Law Magazine: Travel Under TrumpRead more

August 13, 2025 | Blog post

Global Mobility Support and Visa Services: Fragomen’s Outbound Solutions from Germany Read more
More related insights

David’s insights

February 13, 2026 | Video

Global Entry | #MobilityMinuteRead more

September 12, 2025 | Media mentions

Labor Law Magazine: Travel Under TrumpRead more

August 13, 2025 | Blog post

Global Mobility Support and Visa Services: Fragomen’s Outbound Solutions from Germany Read more
More related insights

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  • GermanyGermany

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+49 69 506 029424

F:+49 69 2097 4929

Frankfurt

Fragomen Global LLP

Neue Mainzer Str. 75

Frankfurt am Main 60311

Germany

Connect via Linkedin

David’s insights

February 13, 2026 | Video

Global Entry | #MobilityMinuteRead more

September 12, 2025 | Media mentions

Labor Law Magazine: Travel Under TrumpRead more

August 13, 2025 | Blog post

Global Mobility Support and Visa Services: Fragomen’s Outbound Solutions from Germany Read more
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[email protected]

T:+49 69 506 029424

F:+49 69 2097 4929

Frankfurt

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Neue Mainzer Str. 75

Frankfurt am Main 60311

Germany

Connect via Linkedin

David’s insights

February 13, 2026 | Video

Global Entry | #MobilityMinuteRead more

September 12, 2025 | Media mentions

Labor Law Magazine: Travel Under TrumpRead more

August 13, 2025 | Blog post

Global Mobility Support and Visa Services: Fragomen’s Outbound Solutions from Germany Read more
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[email protected]

T:+49 69 506 029424

F:+49 69 2097 4929

Frankfurt

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Neue Mainzer Str. 75

Frankfurt am Main 60311

Germany

Connect via Linkedin

David’s insights

February 13, 2026 | Video

Global Entry | #MobilityMinuteRead more

September 12, 2025 | Media mentions

Labor Law Magazine: Travel Under TrumpRead more

August 13, 2025 | Blog post

Global Mobility Support and Visa Services: Fragomen’s Outbound Solutions from Germany Read more
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Awards

Partner Karolina Schiffter Recognised in Lexology Index: Thought Leaders Global Elite 2027

Partner Karolina Schiffter is recognised in the Lexology Index: Thought Leaders Global Elite 2027 report.

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Blog post

Canada’s Immigration Dual Reality: Narrower Access, Persistent Demand

Partner Jack Kim discusses how Canada’s increasingly selective and complex immigration system is affecting talent access, retention and long-term workforce planning for employers.

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Blog post

UK Temporary Shortage List Review: What the Migration Advisory Committee's Recommendations Mean for Employers

UK Government Affairs Strategy Director Shuyeb Muquit explores what the recommendations mean, what’s still uncertain and what employers should be watching next

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Blog post

A1-Bescheinigung für Geschäftsreisen und Entsendungen: Was Arbeitgeber wissen müssen

In this blog, Senior Manager Katharina Vorländer explains when employers need an A1 certificate for employees traveling or working temporarily within Europe, the application process and how timely planning can help manage social security compliance risks.

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Awards

Fragomen Retains Band 1 Ranking & Receives Four Individual Rankings in Chambers High Net Worth 2026 Guide

Fragomen and UK team members are ranked in the “Immigration: High Net Worth Individuals – UK-wide” category of the Chambers High Net Worth 2026 Guide.

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Blog post

Establishing a Business Presence in Switzerland: Key Considerations for Employers

In this blog, Director Ana Bessa Santos explores what Swiss authorities expect from employers when assessing work permit applications—including why a well-developed business plan, realistic growth projections and evidence of a genuine operational presence are critical to supporting both initial applications and future permit renewals.

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Media mentions

Personnel Today: Migration Committee Proposes to Cut 24 Occupations From New Shortage List

Partner Louise Haycock discussed the Migration Advisory Committee’s Temporary Shortage List recommendations and the need for clear workforce plans and transitional arrangements.

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Media mentions

Business Insider: 3 Lawyers React to Trump's New Limits on Student Visas

Counsel Brian Hunt discusses how proposed changes to F-1 student visas could create uncertainty for international students transitioning to the US workforce.

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Media mentions

Deutscher AnwaltSpiegel: Rechtliche Risiken bei Mitarbeitereinsätzen aus dem Ausland

Senior Manager Katharina Vorländer explains how employers and clients can reduce legal risks during cross-border employee assignments in Germany.

Learn more

Blog post

Mainland vs. Free Zone in the UAE: Choosing the Right Company Structure in 2026

Senior Manager Zak Hynes explores the key factors businesses should consider when establishing a presence in the UAE—from operating model and visa requirements to banking, office needs and long-term growth plans—in our new blog. The right structure is the one that best supports your business strategy, not simply the lowest upfront cost.

Learn more

Video

2026 Regional Immigration Overviews | #MobilityMinute

Partner Catherine Macris highlights key findings from Fragomen’s 2026 regional immigration overviews, including tighter compliance controls, digital border transformation and emerging pathways for global talent.

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Media mentions

Gazeta Prawna: Unijny parasol nad pracownikami z Ukrainy rozpięty do 2028 r. Polscy pracodawcy mogą spać spokojnie, ale czas ucieka

Partner Karolina Schiffter discusses how the EU's extension of temporary protection for Ukrainian citizens through 2028 will affect employers in Poland.

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Awards

Partner Karolina Schiffter Recognised in Lexology Index: Thought Leaders Global Elite 2027

Partner Karolina Schiffter is recognised in the Lexology Index: Thought Leaders Global Elite 2027 report.

Learn more

Blog post

Canada’s Immigration Dual Reality: Narrower Access, Persistent Demand

Partner Jack Kim discusses how Canada’s increasingly selective and complex immigration system is affecting talent access, retention and long-term workforce planning for employers.

Learn more

Blog post

UK Temporary Shortage List Review: What the Migration Advisory Committee's Recommendations Mean for Employers

UK Government Affairs Strategy Director Shuyeb Muquit explores what the recommendations mean, what’s still uncertain and what employers should be watching next

Learn more

Blog post

A1-Bescheinigung für Geschäftsreisen und Entsendungen: Was Arbeitgeber wissen müssen

In this blog, Senior Manager Katharina Vorländer explains when employers need an A1 certificate for employees traveling or working temporarily within Europe, the application process and how timely planning can help manage social security compliance risks.

Learn more

Awards

Fragomen Retains Band 1 Ranking & Receives Four Individual Rankings in Chambers High Net Worth 2026 Guide

Fragomen and UK team members are ranked in the “Immigration: High Net Worth Individuals – UK-wide” category of the Chambers High Net Worth 2026 Guide.

Learn more

Blog post

Establishing a Business Presence in Switzerland: Key Considerations for Employers

In this blog, Director Ana Bessa Santos explores what Swiss authorities expect from employers when assessing work permit applications—including why a well-developed business plan, realistic growth projections and evidence of a genuine operational presence are critical to supporting both initial applications and future permit renewals.

Learn more

Media mentions

Personnel Today: Migration Committee Proposes to Cut 24 Occupations From New Shortage List

Partner Louise Haycock discussed the Migration Advisory Committee’s Temporary Shortage List recommendations and the need for clear workforce plans and transitional arrangements.

Learn more

Media mentions

Business Insider: 3 Lawyers React to Trump's New Limits on Student Visas

Counsel Brian Hunt discusses how proposed changes to F-1 student visas could create uncertainty for international students transitioning to the US workforce.

Learn more

Media mentions

Deutscher AnwaltSpiegel: Rechtliche Risiken bei Mitarbeitereinsätzen aus dem Ausland

Senior Manager Katharina Vorländer explains how employers and clients can reduce legal risks during cross-border employee assignments in Germany.

Learn more

Blog post

Mainland vs. Free Zone in the UAE: Choosing the Right Company Structure in 2026

Senior Manager Zak Hynes explores the key factors businesses should consider when establishing a presence in the UAE—from operating model and visa requirements to banking, office needs and long-term growth plans—in our new blog. The right structure is the one that best supports your business strategy, not simply the lowest upfront cost.

Learn more

Video

2026 Regional Immigration Overviews | #MobilityMinute

Partner Catherine Macris highlights key findings from Fragomen’s 2026 regional immigration overviews, including tighter compliance controls, digital border transformation and emerging pathways for global talent.

Learn more

Media mentions

Gazeta Prawna: Unijny parasol nad pracownikami z Ukrainy rozpięty do 2028 r. Polscy pracodawcy mogą spać spokojnie, ale czas ucieka

Partner Karolina Schiffter discusses how the EU's extension of temporary protection for Ukrainian citizens through 2028 will affect employers in Poland.

Learn more
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