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Philip Foster

Immigration Case Manager

Phillip Foster

Philip Foster has been associated with Versfeld & Hugo, LLC in various capacities since 2013. He initially served as a Family Immigration Paralegal until October 2015, then rejoined the firm in March 2017 as an Employment Immigration Case Manager, a role he has held for over 8 years (as of February 2025).

Philip primarily manages Labor Certification (PERM) matters and Immigrant Visa Petitions employment based green card categories. Under the direction of our excellent Immigration lawyers, he liaises with employers and employees on information needed for a successful filing and keep clients updated on the progress of their matter that may be pending with USCIS or the Department of Labor. Philip also has extensive experience in I-9 Compliance and has done multiple onsite compliance audits with our attorneys.

Education

  • Paralegal Certification, Law from Johnson County Community College (2010 - 2011)

  • Bachelor of Arts, History from PennWest California (2010)

Professional Experience

  • Legal Administrative Assistant at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. (October 2015 - February 2017):

  • Paralegal at Harvey Immigration Law Office (June 2011 - October 2012):

  • Combat Engineer; Sergeant (E-5) in the U.S. Army Reserve (March 2002 - March 2010):

Phillip Foster

Philip Foster has been associated with Versfeld & Hugo, LLC in various capacities since 2013. He initially served as a Family Immigration Paralegal until October 2015, then rejoined the firm in March 2017 as an Employment Immigration Case Manager, a role he has held for over 8 years (as of February 2025).

Philip primarily manages Labor Certification (PERM) matters and Immigrant Visa Petitions employment based green card categories. Under the direction of our excellent Immigration lawyers, he liaises with employers and employees on information needed for a successful filing and keep clients updated on the progress of their matter that may be pending with USCIS or the Department of Labor. Philip also has extensive experience in I-9 Compliance and has done multiple onsite compliance audits with our attorneys.

Education

  • Paralegal Certification, Law from Johnson County Community College (2010 - 2011)

  • Bachelor of Arts, History from PennWest California (2010)

Professional Experience

  • Legal Administrative Assistant at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. (October 2015 - February 2017):

  • Paralegal at Harvey Immigration Law Office (June 2011 - October 2012):

  • Combat Engineer; Sergeant (E-5) in the U.S. Army Reserve (March 2002 - March 2010):

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Skills & Expertise

  • Immigration case management and client relations

  • Defense and Army experience (endorsed by peers)

  • Proficiency in English (native/bilingual) and French (elementary proficiency)

  • Legal administrative skills, including document preparation, compliance, and communications

  • Immigration case management, Employment Based Immigrant Visa Petitions, Labor Certifications, I-9 Compliance

Professional Role

  • Managing immigration cases for individuals, families, and businesses.

  • Ensuring compliance with U.S. immigration laws and regulations.

  • Assisting with visa applications, green card processing, and other immigration-related matters.

  • Coordinating with attorneys and clients to ensure smooth case handling and timely resolutions.

  • Under the direction of Attorney -

    Case Preparation and Management, Client Communication Legal Research and Compliance Filing and Follow-up

Skills & Expertise

  • Immigration case management and client relations

  • Defense and Army experience (endorsed by peers)

  • Proficiency in English (native/bilingual) and French (elementary proficiency)

  • Legal administrative skills, including document preparation, compliance, and communications

  • Immigration case management,

    Employment Based Immigrant Visa Petitions, Labor Certifications, I-9 Compliance

Professional Role

  • Managing immigration cases for individuals, families, and businesses.

  • Ensuring compliance with U.S. immigration laws and regulations.

  • Assisting with visa applications, green card processing, and other immigration-related matters.

  • Coordinating with attorneys and clients to ensure smooth case handling and timely resolutions.

  • Under the direction of Attorney -

    Case Preparation and Management Client Communication Legal Research and Compliance Filing and Follow-up

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