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Sarah Hawk
OVERVIEW

Sarah J. Hawk

Partner

Atlanta

3340 Peachtree Rd NE
Suite 2900
Atlanta, GA 30326-1092

P 404-264-4030

F 404-264-4033

Sarah Hawk navigates complex immigration law matters, providing strategic counsel to multinational corporations and individuals across diverse sectors. With decades of experience, she secures visas and permanent residency for key personnel ranging from corporate leadership to distinguished researchers and artists. Sarah's skills frequently result in seamless global workforce management in an ever-evolving international landscape.

OVERVIEW

Sarah Hawk navigates complex immigration law matters, providing strategic counsel to multinational corporations and individuals across diverse sectors. With decades of experience, she secures visas and permanent residency for key personnel ranging from corporate leadership to distinguished researchers and artists. Sarah's skills frequently result in seamless global workforce management in an ever-evolving international landscape.

Sarah brings a profound understanding of how current and emerging immigration legislation can translate into pragmatic, effective solutions for clients. Her ability to develop and implement tailored immigration policies helps companies maintain compliance while attracting and retaining top talent. 

Sarah's comprehensive approach to providing legal advice encompasses a broad range of immigration matters. She oversees the preparation of various employment-based petitions, ranging from B business visitor and E-2 investor visas to intricate EB-1 Outstanding Researcher and Extraordinary Ability cases. Her proficiency extends to I-9 and E-verify compliance, where she guides clients through audits, investigations, and policy development, mitigating potential legal risks.

Beyond her legal practice, Sarah has represented Atlanta's business interests on an international scale. She is a frequent speaker at major events on business immigration issues. This engagement keeps her at the forefront of industry developments, enabling her to provide innovative counsel to clients across this rapidly evolving legal landscape.

Professional and Community Involvement

Member, Georgia Lawyers for the Arts Board

Co-chair, Asian-Pacific Institute on Gender-Based Violence Board

Board member, Asian Pacific Institute on Gender-Based Violence

Member, Georgia Asylum and Immigration Network (GAIN) Advisory Board

Former co-chair, GAIN Executive Board

Former president, Georgia Asian Pacific American Bar Association

Former vice president of professional development, National Association of Asian American Professionals

Honors

Lawyers of Color Wonderful Women List, 2023

Dress for Success Atlanta Women EmpowHER honoree, 2023

The Best Lawyers in America, 2017-2025

Nation's Best, Lawyers of Color, 2020

Chambers USA, 2018-2024

GAIN's William E. Hoffmann, Jr. Service Award, 2017

Who’s Who Legal Corporate Immigration, 2014-2016

International Who's Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers, 2013

Leadership Atlanta Class, 2013

Named to Georgia Trend Magazine's Legal Elite, 2012, 2021

Most Powerful & Influential Women Award, National Diversity Council, 2012

Who’s Who Legal, 2010

Georgia Super Lawyers, Rising Stars, 2010

Who’s Who Among Business and Professional Achievers, 2009

Who’s Who in Asian-American Communities, 2007

Sarah Hawk Chambers
Experience
  • Represented a large private research university for EB-1 Extraordinary Ability, Outstanding Professors and Researchers, EB-2 National Interest Waivers, Special Handling and PERM Labor Certification cases
  • Co-led nationwide I-9 audit for 19,000 employees and post-audit remediation and training for compliance
  • Conducted internal I-9 audit and E-Verify training and guidance for electronic I-9 system for leading global financial services firm
  • Obtained O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visas and EB-1 approvals for leading Symphony/Orchestra musicians

*These matters occurred prior to joining Barnes & Thornburg

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