Ian Wagreich

Ian Wagreich handles business-related immigration law for multinational corporations, hospitals, nonprofit arts institutions, universities, athletic organizations, and individual investors and entrepreneurs. A passionate advocate for a more just and humane immigration system, Ian is committed to helping his clients navigate each step of an increasingly complex process.
In addition to providing counsel on nonimmigrant working visas, employment-based permanent residence, and labor certification, Ian advises clients on investment-related immigration and employer sanctions. Ian effectively assists a wide variety of clients in meeting their business immigration needs. This includes managing the paperwork required for hiring highly skilled workers, advising on the international transfer of personnel, leading corporate compliance initiatives, and assisting employees with obtaining U.S. permanent residence and citizenship.
Recognized as a leading voice on immigration law topics nationwide, Ian frequently speaks about immigration issues on campuses and continuing legal education seminars. He also provides commentary in print media and television news programs. You can follow Ian on Twitter at @IanDWagreich.
Ian's legal career spans more than 25 years practicing in Chicago. This includes nearly a decade at a firm where he was a founding shareholder. While there, he focused entirely on business-related immigration and nationality law issues.
In 2022 Ian was presented with the American Immigration Lawyers Association Joseph Maggie Award for mentoring young lawyers