Barbara W. Kihumba

With more than 15 years of experience in immigration law, Barbara works closely with employers to secure work visas and permanent residency for their global talent, helping them attract and retain top professionals worldwide. She serves research organizations, academic institutions, and businesses across key sectors such as healthcare, information technology, manufacturing, energy, and pharmaceuticals. Barbara brings experience in a comprehensive range of employment-based visas, including:

• H-1B, L-1, TN, E-2, E-3 and O-1 visas for skilled workers, executives, and individuals with extraordinary abilities
• EB-1 visas for top-tier talent, such as distinguished professors, researchers, and multinational executives
• EB-2 visas for professionals with advanced degrees and National Interest Waivers those whose work benefits the U.S.
• EB-3 visas for professionals and skilled workers
• I-9 and E-verify compliance for businesses

With her deep understanding of immigration law, Barbara helps clients meet their workforce needs while minimizing legal risks and staying compliant with regulations. She is also a regular speaker and writer on immigration topics, sharing insights on visa strategies, green card eligibility for extraordinary individuals, and multinational managers and executives, and updates on employment verification requirements.

• Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America^® for Employment Law – Management (2025)

• American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) GA-AL Chapter
  • Customs and Border Protection Committee (2024-2025)

Barbara, born in Kenya, moved to the U.S. at 14 and grew up in Fairfax, VA. She enjoys history, archaeology, biographies, and spending time with family. Her favorite activities include outdoor walks, meditation, music, art, movies, cooking, and relaxing at the beach. She’s also a Premier League soccer fan.

• “Hiring Global Talent, an Immigration Perspective," Jacksonville Office Labor & Employment Workshop, August 2024
• “Sourcing Talent, Where Can We Get Our Next TTO Hires,” Association of University Technology Managers (AUTM) 2024 Annual Meeting, February 2024
• Atlanta Annual Labor & Employment Law Workshop, Virtual Event, August 2020