Associate
Jared M. Hooven
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Languages
- English
Contact information
Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP
1355 Peachtree St NE STE 900
Atlanta GA 30309
United States
Jared is an Associate at Fragomen's Atlanta office, where he provides comprehensive solutions for businesses and individuals navigating complex immigration challenges. Jared focuses on business immigration and nationality matters, providing proactive and practical counsel to Fortune 500 companies, small and medium-sized organizations and individual clients across various industries, including finance, technology, science and healthcare. Clients regularly turn to Jared when immigration issues intersect with significant business events. His practice includes managing high-volume immigration programs, guiding employers through visa strategy and resolving difficult cases. He works closely with corporate and transactional teams to address immigration considerations arising from mergers, acquisitions and corporate restructuring, helping protect workforce continuity and retain key specialized employees and executives.
Drawing on his experience managing immigration programs, leading business professionals and living in multiple countries, Jared offers a unique perspective and deep understanding of the intricacies of U.S. immigration policy. He guides employers navigating the unprecedented backlogs and delays associated with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) processes, helping companies secure necessary visas for foreign talent and ensuring compliance with immigration laws and policies. Jared’s strategic approach helps clients navigate the complexities of immigration law, ensuring their operations remain compliant and efficient. He closely analyzes changes in immigration policy and empowers clients to adapt to new regulations while advocating for their interests in a constantly evolving legal environment.
Education
- Georgia State University College of Law, J.D., 2018
- Georgia State University, B.S., cum laude, 2014
More from Jared
Admissions
Bar Admissions: Georgia
Court Admissions: Georgia Court of Appeals
Practice Limited to Federal Immigration & Nationality Law
Awards
Listed in Super Lawyers Rising Star, Georgia 2024 to 2026
Listed in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America, Immigration Law, 2026
Professional accomplishments
Member, American Bar Association
Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
Member, Atlanta Bar Association
Experience
Managed nonimmigrant visa processes for various employment purposes, including H-1B/E-3 (specialty workers), TN (USMCA professionals), L-1 (intracompany transfers), O-1 (extraordinary ability or achievement) and J-1 (exchange visitors).
Oversaw immigrant visa processes, including I-140, I-130, Adjustment of Status (AOS) and Naturalization.
Provided guidance to clients throughout the Department of Labor’s permanent labor certification program (PERM) process.
Offered advisory services for I-9 and E-Verify compliance.
Publications and lectures
Speaker, “Reviewing your I-9s due to Remote COVID-related Flexibility.” SHRM Atlanta, Webinar, July 2023.
