Your Goals Shape Our Direction
Women-led, global mobility partners delivering comprehensive growth strategies for our clients
We are three Immigration attorneys, Sharadha Kodem, Heidi Son, and Shirley Tang, who met while volunteering for the Executive Committee of the Asia-Pacific (APAC) Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). We became fast friends and formed Kodem Son Tang Law Group that reflects our shared ideology and commitment to provide creative and comprehensive solutions for all our clients. We are dedicated to serving clients as a trusted single source on all matters related to business and employment-based immigration.
Visa Insights from
a Former Consular Chief
Deena Parker
Former Consular Chief and Immigration Lawyer
Our Consular Practice at Kodem Son Tang is led by Deena Parker, a former Consular Section Chief with over 25 years of experience in leading consular, immigration, and citizen services operations in complex political environments. Deena herself interviewed over 100,000 business executives, students, tourists, employees, investors, and immigrants. As a senior consular supervisor, she also oversaw teams adjudicating over 2 million visas in Ukraine, Guangzhou, and Taiwan. With a former Consular Section Chief guiding our team, we leverage this extensive insider experience to maximize positive results for our clients.
Eligibility Insights from
a Former USCIS Adjudications Officer
April Padilla
Former USCIS Officer and Immigration Consultant
Kodem Son Tang is collaborating with April Padilla who has over 28 years of experience in adjudicating employment-based and family-based petitions. April adjudicated thousands of business and family petitions, and has extensive insights in assessing and evaluating O-1, EB-1 and NIW petitions in the pre-filing and initial filing stages as well as RFEs and NOID/NOIRs. With a former USCIS Officer collaborating with our team, we leverage this vital subject-matter resource to maximize positive outcomes for our clients.
Innovative, Effective, Responsive, Client-Centered Strategies
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Countries Served Globally
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Years of Experience
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Corporate Clients Served
Legal Insights
What to Expect During a Student Visa Interview?
What to Expect During a Student Visa Interview?
The $100,000 H-1B Fee – What Employers Need to Know Now
The $100,000 H-1B Fee – What Employers Need to Know Now
Federal Court Vacates USCIS’s Freeze on Immigration Benefits for Applicants From 39 Countries
Federal Court Vacates USCIS’s Freeze on Immigration Benefits for Applicants From 39 Countries
What to Expect When Applying for a Nonimmigrant Visa?
What to Expect When Applying for a Nonimmigrant Visa?
What Is the Healthcare Worker Certification?
What Is the Healthcare Worker Certification?
New USCIS AOS Policy Memo May 2026: Can You Still Adjust Status without leaving the U.S.?
New USCIS AOS Policy Memo May 2026: Can You Still Adjust Status without leaving the U.S.?
5 Common Mistakes That Can Trigger Immigration Audits for Employers
5 Common Mistakes That Can Trigger Immigration Audits for Employers
Visa Refusals Under Section 221(g): What It Means and How to Respond
Visa Refusals Under Section 221(g): What It Means and How to Respond
Avoiding Request for Further Evidence and Audit Triggers: HR Compliance Checklist for Visa Holders
Avoiding Request for Further Evidence and Audit Triggers: HR Compliance Checklist for Visa Holders
Understanding the Intracompany Transfer Framework
Understanding the Intracompany Transfer Framework
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