Nathalie Claire Fassié

Counsel

Nathalie Fassié

Nathalie Claire Fassié
Nathalie Claire Fassié
  • People

Counsel

Nathalie Fassié

Country / Territory

  • United StatesUnited States

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 202 349 2069

F:+1 202 371 2898

Washington, DC

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

1101 15th St NW STE 700

Washington DC 20005

United States

Connect via Linkedin

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 202 349 2069

F:+1 202 371 2898

Washington, DC

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

1101 15th St NW STE 700

Washington DC 20005

United States

Connect via Linkedin

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 202 349 2069

F:+1 202 371 2898

Washington, DC

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

1101 15th St NW STE 700

Washington DC 20005

United States

Connect via Linkedin
  • PrintPrint
  • SaveSave

Nathalie practices in the area of corporate immigration law, advising domestic and multinational employers on employment-based immigration matters, workforce mobility and compliance. She partners closely with legal, HR, talent acquisition and business stakeholders to develop immigration strategies that support business objectives while managing regulatory risk.

Nathalie counsels employers on temporary visa and permanent residence sponsorship, immigration program management, work authorization compliance and evolving government enforcement priorities. She has extensive experience designing and managing large-scale immigration programs for multinational organizations and advising clients on workforce planning, restructuring initiatives and other complex employment-related immigration matters.

Known for her practical, business-focused approach, Nathalie regularly presents on immigration, compliance and workforce mobility issues affecting U.S. employers.

Prior to joining Fragomen, Nathalie served as an Assistant Chief Counsel with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement in New York and practiced family-based immigration law at a New York based law firm.

Education

  • William & Mary Law School, J.D., 2007
  • Cornell University, B.A., summa cum laude, 2004

More from Nathalie

Admissions

Bar Admissions: New York, District of Columbia

Court Admissions: New York State Supreme Court

Practice Limited to Federal Immigration & Nationality Law

Awards

Immigration Equality Safe Haven Award, 2016

Virginia Bar Association Law Student Community Servant, 2007

Phi Beta Kappa, 2004

Messenger Chalmers Undergraduate Prize, Cornell University, 2004

Professional accomplishments

Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)

Former Member, AILA DC Dinner Committee, 2017 to 2018

Former Member, AILA DC Fall Conference Committee, 2017

Former Pro Bono Coordinator for Fragomen's Washington, DC office, 2016 to 2018

Publications and lectures

Nathalie has presented on a variety of immigration topics, including immigration basics, business visitor travel, employment-based nonimmigrant visas, labor certification and supervised recruitment. Below are examples of her lectures and publications:

Speaker, “The Next Wave of Immigration Compliance: Preparing for Increased Enforcement.” Brightmine, Webinar, 19 August 2026.

Speaker, “What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You: Obligations and Considerations When Sponsoring Employees’ Work Authorization.” SHRM26, Orlando, FL, 17 June 2026.

Speaker, “Global Hiring: Complying with U.S. Visa Requirements – Employment Verification.” SHRM, Webinar, 19 March 2026.

Speaker, “Global Hiring: Complying with U.S. Visa Requirements – Federal / Compliance Requirements.” SHRM, Webinar, 4 Marcy 2025.

Speaker, “PERM 2026: Managing Delays, Overcoming Scrutiny, and Shaping Long-term Case Strategies.” AILA DC Chapter Fall Conference, Rockville, MD, 2 October 2025.

Speaker, “Global Hiring: Complying with U.S. Visa Requirements – Federal / Compliance Requirements.” SHRM, Webinar, 18 March 2024.

Speaker, “Global Hiring: Complying with U.S. Visa Requirements – Federal / Compliance Requirements.” SHRM, Webinar, 18 December 2023.

Speaker, “Global Hiring: Complying with U.S. Visa Requirements – Federal / Compliance Requirements.” SHRM, Webinar, 18 October 2023.

Speaker, “Mind the Cap: BAHA-era H-1B Requests for Evidence.” American Immigration Lawyers Association DC Chapter Fall Conference, Rockville, MD, October 2019.

Speaker, “Business Immigration During the Trump Administration.” DC Legal Hackers Meetup, Washington, DC, July 2018.

Speaker, “Global Hiring: Complying with U.S. Visa Requirements,” Society for Human Resource Management Conference, Alexandria, VA, April 2018.

Contributing author, “Business Travelers Face New Restrictions: Changes to the Visa Waiver Program establish 'countries of concern,' possibly affecting participation eligibility.” Metropolitan Corporate Counsel, Vol. 24, March 2016.

Contributing editor, “Advance Parole.” Immigration Law and Procedure, Vol. 5 (2012): §62.02.

 

Nathalie’s insights

June 23, 2024 — June 26, 2024 | Conference

SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 2024Read more

July 7, 2022 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Appoints Three New Of CounselRead more

Nathalie’s insights

June 23, 2024 — June 26, 2024 | Conference

SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 2024Read more

July 7, 2022 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Appoints Three New Of CounselRead more

Nathalie’s insights

June 23, 2024 — June 26, 2024 | Conference

SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 2024Read more

July 7, 2022 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Appoints Three New Of CounselRead more

Country / Territory

  • United StatesUnited States

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 202 349 2069

F:+1 202 371 2898

Washington, DC

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

1101 15th St NW STE 700

Washington DC 20005

United States

Connect via Linkedin

Nathalie’s insights

June 23, 2024 — June 26, 2024 | Conference

SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 2024Read more

July 7, 2022 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Appoints Three New Of CounselRead more

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 202 349 2069

F:+1 202 371 2898

Washington, DC

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

1101 15th St NW STE 700

Washington DC 20005

United States

Connect via Linkedin

Nathalie’s insights

June 23, 2024 — June 26, 2024 | Conference

SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 2024Read more

July 7, 2022 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Appoints Three New Of CounselRead more

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+1 202 349 2069

F:+1 202 371 2898

Washington, DC

Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP

1101 15th St NW STE 700

Washington DC 20005

United States

Connect via Linkedin

Nathalie’s insights

June 23, 2024 — June 26, 2024 | Conference

SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 2024Read more

July 7, 2022 | Fragomen news

Fragomen Appoints Three New Of CounselRead more

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Share

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Explore more at Fragomen

Fragomen news

Comment on DHS Proposed $103,265 Fee on Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions.Learn more

Awards

Fragomen Receives Three 2026 Cartus Awards

Fragomen received three 2026 Cartus awards recognizing the firm’s immigration services, sustainability efforts and commitment to global citizenship.

Learn more
Generic Insights

Blog post

Net Migration Policy: An Explainer Comparing Australia, Canada and the UK

Partner Jack (Eui Chul) Kim, Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher, UK Government Affairs Strategy Director Shuyeb Muquit and Articling Student David Mucz examine how Australia, Canada and the UK measure net migration. They compare efforts to reduce migration with the need to maintain access to international talent, and explain the potential effects on employers, labor markets and economic growth.

Learn more

Media mentions

Bloomberg Law: White House H-1B Order Puts Employer Layoffs Under Microscope

Partner K. Edward Raleigh discusses how US employers should consider displacement and conduct a risk analysis when assessing H-1B filings in light of recent policy changes.

Learn more

Blog post

The Compliance Risks of International Remote Working and Hush Trips

International remote working can offer valuable flexibility, but undisclosed “hush trips” may expose employers to immigration, social security, insurance, employment-law and tax risks that they cannot properly assess or manage.

Learn more

Blog post

The Narrowing Talent Pipeline: From International Student to Corporate America

Counsel Susan Steger examines recent policy changes and litigation affecting the pathway from F-1 study and practical training through H-1B sponsorship and permanent residence, and the considerations for US employers recruiting and retaining early-career international talent.

Learn more

Media mentions

The National Interest: How Boosting Your Privacy Will Make America More Secure

Managing Director, Digital Identity Amit Sharma explores how digital identity can strengthen privacy and security.

Learn more

Media mentions

CEDA: The Drive to Reduce Net Overseas Migration and the Challenges for Business

Managing Partner, Australia and New Zealand Teresa Liu discusses how Australia’s efforts to reduce net overseas migration are affecting businesses amid ongoing skilled workforce shortages.

Learn more

Media mentions

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Overnights

Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher discusses Australia’s net migration figures and recent changes to the country’s migration policies.

Learn more

Blog post

Can International Graduates in the Netherlands Qualify for the 30% Ruling? Eligibility Rules Explained

Tiemen Peters, Silvia Norte Mercade and Soraya Driessen outline when international graduates who studied in the Netherlands may qualify for the 30% ruling and the key eligibility, timing and compliance considerations for graduates and employers.

Learn more

Blog post

Right to Work Changes: What Do They Mean for Employers in Northern England?

Manager Ko Ito, Senior Immigration Consultant Danielle Barks, Associate Naureen Malik and Trainee Solicitor Amna Ali outline how the expanded UK Right to Work Scheme could affect employers in Northern England and the practical steps businesses can take ahead of the 1 October 2026 changes.

Learn more

Media mentions

Business Traveller: Six Months in, the EU’s Entry/Exit System Isn’t Working

Partner Christine Sullivan discusses the implementation of the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) across member states and at border crossing points.

Learn more

Fragomen news

Comment on DHS Proposed $103,265 Fee on Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions.Learn more

Awards

Fragomen Receives Three 2026 Cartus Awards

Fragomen received three 2026 Cartus awards recognizing the firm’s immigration services, sustainability efforts and commitment to global citizenship.

Learn more
Generic Insights

Blog post

Net Migration Policy: An Explainer Comparing Australia, Canada and the UK

Partner Jack (Eui Chul) Kim, Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher, UK Government Affairs Strategy Director Shuyeb Muquit and Articling Student David Mucz examine how Australia, Canada and the UK measure net migration. They compare efforts to reduce migration with the need to maintain access to international talent, and explain the potential effects on employers, labor markets and economic growth.

Learn more

Media mentions

Bloomberg Law: White House H-1B Order Puts Employer Layoffs Under Microscope

Partner K. Edward Raleigh discusses how US employers should consider displacement and conduct a risk analysis when assessing H-1B filings in light of recent policy changes.

Learn more

Blog post

The Compliance Risks of International Remote Working and Hush Trips

International remote working can offer valuable flexibility, but undisclosed “hush trips” may expose employers to immigration, social security, insurance, employment-law and tax risks that they cannot properly assess or manage.

Learn more

Blog post

The Narrowing Talent Pipeline: From International Student to Corporate America

Counsel Susan Steger examines recent policy changes and litigation affecting the pathway from F-1 study and practical training through H-1B sponsorship and permanent residence, and the considerations for US employers recruiting and retaining early-career international talent.

Learn more

Media mentions

The National Interest: How Boosting Your Privacy Will Make America More Secure

Managing Director, Digital Identity Amit Sharma explores how digital identity can strengthen privacy and security.

Learn more

Media mentions

CEDA: The Drive to Reduce Net Overseas Migration and the Challenges for Business

Managing Partner, Australia and New Zealand Teresa Liu discusses how Australia’s efforts to reduce net overseas migration are affecting businesses amid ongoing skilled workforce shortages.

Learn more

Media mentions

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Overnights

Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher discusses Australia’s net migration figures and recent changes to the country’s migration policies.

Learn more

Blog post

Can International Graduates in the Netherlands Qualify for the 30% Ruling? Eligibility Rules Explained

Tiemen Peters, Silvia Norte Mercade and Soraya Driessen outline when international graduates who studied in the Netherlands may qualify for the 30% ruling and the key eligibility, timing and compliance considerations for graduates and employers.

Learn more

Blog post

Right to Work Changes: What Do They Mean for Employers in Northern England?

Manager Ko Ito, Senior Immigration Consultant Danielle Barks, Associate Naureen Malik and Trainee Solicitor Amna Ali outline how the expanded UK Right to Work Scheme could affect employers in Northern England and the practical steps businesses can take ahead of the 1 October 2026 changes.

Learn more

Media mentions

Business Traveller: Six Months in, the EU’s Entry/Exit System Isn’t Working

Partner Christine Sullivan discusses the implementation of the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) across member states and at border crossing points.

Learn more
Fragomen.com home
Select Language
  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German

Select Language

  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German
ContactCareersMediaClient Portal
Search Fragomen.com
  • Our Services
    For EmployersFor IndividualsBy IndustryCase Studies
  • Our Tech & Innovation
  • Our People
  • Our Insights
    Worldwide Immigration Trends ReportsMagellan SeriesImmigration AlertsEventsMedia MentionsFragomen NewsBlogsPodcasts & Videos
  • Spotlights
    Travel and Mobility Considerations: Situation in the Middle EastNavigating Immigration Under the Second Trump AdministrationImmigration Matters: Your U.S. Compliance RoadmapCenter for Strategy and Applied InsightsView More
  • About Us
    About FragomenOfficesResponsible Business PracticesFirm GovernanceRecognition

Our Services

  • For Employers
  • For Individuals
  • By Industry
  • Case Studies

Our Tech & Innovation

  • Our Approach

Our People

  • Overview / Directory

Our Insights

  • Worldwide Immigration Trends Reports
  • Magellan Series
  • Immigration Alerts
  • Events
  • Media Mentions
  • Fragomen News
  • Blogs
  • Podcasts & Videos

Spotlights

  • Travel and Mobility Considerations: Situation in the Middle East
  • Navigating Immigration Under the Second Trump Administration
  • Immigration Matters: Your U.S. Compliance Roadmap
  • Center for Strategy and Applied Insights
  • View More

About Us

  • About Fragomen
  • Offices
  • Responsible Business Practices
  • Firm Governance
  • Recognition
Select Language
  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German

Select Language

  • English
  • French
  • French - Canadian
  • German
ContactCareersMediaClient Portal
Important Updates
Important Updates
September 23, 2026 | South AfricaSouth Africa: New Law Would Increase Locals in Labor Market
September 24, 2026Comment on DHS Proposed $103,265 Fee on Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions.
September 24, 2026 | CanadaFragomen Receives Three 2026 Cartus Awards
September 24, 2026 | 🌐Middle East - The Latest News on Mobility and Travel Considerations
September 24, 2026 | QatarQatar: Wage Protection System Rules Amended
September 23, 2026 | South AfricaSouth Africa: New Law Would Increase Locals in Labor Market
September 24, 2026Comment on DHS Proposed $103,265 Fee on Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions.
September 24, 2026 | CanadaFragomen Receives Three 2026 Cartus Awards
September 24, 2026 | 🌐Middle East - The Latest News on Mobility and Travel Considerations
September 24, 2026 | QatarQatar: Wage Protection System Rules Amended
September 23, 2026 | South AfricaSouth Africa: New Law Would Increase Locals in Labor Market
Subscribe

Stay in touch

Subscribe to receive our latest immigration alerts

Subscribe

Our firm

  • About
  • Careers
  • Firm Governance
  • Media Inquiries
  • Recognition

Information

  • Attorney Advertising
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Policies
  • AI Transparency Statement
  • UK Regulatory Requirements

Our firm

  • About
  • Careers
  • Firm Governance
  • Media Inquiries
  • Recognition

Information

  • Attorney Advertising
  • Legal Notices
  • Privacy Policies
  • AI Transparency Statement
  • UK Regulatory Requirements

Have a question?

Contact Us
  • LinkedIn
  • Youtube
  • Instagram
  • Facebook
  • TikTok
  • Twitter

© 2026 Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy, LLP, Fragomen Global LLP and affiliates. All Rights Reserved.

Please note that the content made available on this site is not intended for visitors / customers located in the province of Quebec, and the information provided is not applicable to the Quebec market. To access relevant information that applies to the Quebec market, please click here.