Lucas Gardner, Gms T
About Lucas Gardner, Gms T
Lucas Gardner is a Senior Immigration Specialist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in immigration law, having previously held positions at several law firms and holds a GMS-T® certification.
Work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Lucas Gardner has been serving as a Senior Immigration Specialist at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring compliance with various immigration laws and regulations, including those set by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of State (DOS), and Department of Energy (DOE). He acts as the primary point of contact for multiple Directorates and Human Resources partners, providing guidance on immigration processes and avenues for employment. His responsibilities also include educating and counseling staff on immigration services practices to maintain compliance.
Previous Experience in Immigration Law
Prior to his current position, Lucas Gardner gained extensive experience in immigration law through various roles. He worked as an Immigration Paralegal at Fragomen, Del Rey, Bernsen & Loewy from 2012 to 2015 in the Washington D.C. Metro Area. He then served as a Senior Immigration Paralegal at Maggio Kattar Nahajzer + Alexander PC from 2015 to 2016, followed by a role as Immigration Paralegal Manager at the same firm from 2016 to 2019. He furthered his expertise as a Senior Immigration Paralegal II at Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP from 2019 to 2020 in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Education and Certifications
Lucas Gardner holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Foreign Language and International Trade from Mississippi College, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. He also obtained a Paralegal Certificate from Boston University. Additionally, he holds the GMS-T® certification, which signifies his expertise in global mobility and immigration, further enhancing his qualifications in the field.
Compliance and Immigration Expertise
In his role as a Senior Immigration Specialist, Lucas Gardner ensures compliance with immigration laws by reviewing and evaluating information and documents related to foreign national employment. He stays updated on immigration laws, regulations, practices, and trends, which allows him to effectively process visa petitions. His expertise in compliance is crucial for the operational integrity of immigration services at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.