Morais Law, a WBENC-certified, woman-owned law firm specializing in U.S. immigration and nationality law, is pleased to announce principal, Manuela Morais, has been named one of 20 “Women to Watch” for 2019 by South Jersey Biz. According to the publication, this group consists of business leaders and others who have made an impact in their field as well as the community. Each are well respected by peers and are role models for other young women. Ms. Morais was recognized for her work in immigration law, mentorship and community efforts, including with the Girl Scouts of Central & Southern New Jersey and Rotary Club of Moorestown. This is one of several recent honors she received in the past year.

Manuela Morais has been practicing law for nearly 20 years and represents corporate clients, their employees, and individuals before federal governmental agencies. Manuela graduated from Rutgers University, the State University of New Jersey, in 1993, and earned her J.D. at the Widener University School of Law in 1999. She is licensed as a practicing attorney in New Jersey and is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the New Jersey State Bar Association, and the Burlington County Bar Association. Prior to founding her own law firm, Manuela was Of-Counsel and managed the Immigration Practice at Blank Rome LLP as well as an Associate in the Immigration Practice at Pepper Hamilton LLP. She also served as a congressional aide to The Honorable Robert E. Andrews of New Jersey.

“It is always an honor to receive such recognition, especially one that encompasses more than business experience alone. Mentoring women, and youth in general, is a passion for me,” Morais says. “Thank you to the editors and publishers of South Jersey Biz. I am proud to be a part of this group and congratulate each of my fellow honorees on receiving recognition for their outstanding achievements.” A long-time resident of South Jersey, Ms. Morais is on the Board of Directors for Women Owned Law, Girl Scouts of Central & Southern New Jersey and Rotary Club of Moorestown. She also supports Catholic Social Services and over the years has provided pro bono services to non-U.S. citizens who are applying for U.S. citizenships and the opportunities afforded to them.

Morais Law is a WBENC-certified, woman-owned law firm specializing in U.S. immigration and nationality law. Clients include companies of all sizes and across industries, including small to mid-size regional firms to national and international Fortune 500 corporations. The firm’s main practice areas include visas (nonimmigrant and immigrant), consular processing, PERM applications, and naturalization. The firm also provides compliance and consulting services for employers to ensure their practices are in conformance with all applicable regulations, as well as assistance with government audits of their businesses. The firm’s principal office is located in historic Moorestown, New Jersey. For more information, visit moraislaw.com or call (856) 222-0130.