Rita Sostrin

Rita Sostrin is a prominent immigration attorney and the founding partner of Sostrin Immigration Lawyers, LLP, which she established in 2010. With over 25 years of experience in immigration law, she has gained recognition as an expert in handling cases involving individuals of extraordinary ability, particularly in fields such as arts, entertainment, academia, and medicine.134

Throughout her career, Sostrin has represented a diverse clientele, including leading academic institutions and medical centers, focusing on employment-based immigration and complex visa matters. Her successful track record has led to frequent speaking engagements at national and international conferences and contributions to various legal publications.123

Sostrin's expertise is acknowledged by several prestigious organizations; she has been listed in The International Who’s Who of Corporate Immigration Lawyers as a "Thought Leader" and has received accolades such as the "Lawyer of the Year" in Immigration Law by Best Lawyers of America.14 Additionally, she has served in various leadership roles within the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), contributing to policy committees and receiving commendations for her service.12

Her educational background includes a B.A. in international relations from the University of Minnesota and a J.D. from Hamline University School of Law. She is also admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court and the Supreme Court of Minnesota.24