John’s practice encompasses all aspects of immigration and nationality law. John draws on over two decades of experience to help companies and their employees obtain nonimmigrant visas, including B, E, H, J, L, O, and TN visas. He also handles applications for PERM labor certification; extraordinary ability, outstanding researcher, and national interest waiver petitions; adjustment of status procedures; consular processing; and naturalization. John has distinguished himself in the use of legal operations and technology to streamline practices and develop innovative solutions to challenging legal and case production issues. He represents clients in a wide variety of industries, including biotechnology, FinTech, hospitals & health systems, insurance, financial services, retailers, education, consulting, and staffing services.
Prior to joining Mintz, John was a partner in the business immigration group of an international law firm. Earlier, he was an immigration attorney at a Boston-based law firm.
In addition to his practice, John is a frequent panelist at seminars on immigration topics, and he regularly writes articles about business immigration. He has also served as co-chair of American Immigration Lawyers Association regional conferences.
During law school, John was a finalist in the Rothgerber Moot Court Competition.
viewpoints
President Trump Issues Travel Ban for 19 Countries
June 5, 2025 | Alert | By John Quill
On June 4, 2025, President Trump issued a travel ban for 19 countries, which takes effect at 12:01 am ET on June 9. The travel ban Proclamation has the stated goal of protecting the United States from foreign terrorists and other national security and public safety threats, as stated in Executive Order 14161 issued on January 20, 2025.
Navigating the New Alien Registration Rules: What You Need to Know
April 8, 2025 | Webinar | By John Quill, William Coffman, Maryanne Kline
On March 12, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued an interim final rule (IFR) implementing an Alien Registration requirement. This rule, effective April 11, 2025, is based on President Trump’s January 20, 2025, Executive Order titled, “Protecting the American People Against Invasion.” Section 7 of this Executive Order titled, “Identification of Unregistered Illegal Aliens,” instructs that “unregistered” aliens must comply with a 1952 statute that mandates the registration and fingerprinting of certain unregistered foreign nationals in the United States. This webinar provides guidance on navigating these new requirements.
US Department of Homeland Security Terminates CHNV Parole Program
March 28, 2025 | Alert | By John Quill, Maryanne Kline
Read about how the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published a notice in the Federal Register terminating the parole program for nationals of Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela (CHNV) effective April 24, 2025.
Travel Advisories for Foreign Nationals Entering the United States
March 24, 2025 | Resources | By John Quill
This memorandum provides guidance on potential travel restrictions, processing delays, and requirement changes under the Trump administration likely to impact foreign nationals who are entering the US or applying for visas or other travel benefits from outside the US.
Alien Registration Rule and Evidence of Registration
March 24, 2025 | Alert | By John Quill, Arianna Davidson
Read about the new Department of Homeland Security’s Alien Registration rule requiring foreign nationals in the US to register, undergo fingerprinting, and carry proof og registration or face penalties.
Legal Shifts from the White House – What Employers Need to Know
February 28, 2025 | Webinar | By John Quill, Corbin Carter, Emma Follansbee
Rapid changes across the federal government are creating tremendous ambiguity for the private sector, particularly around employment and immigration issues.
USCIS Announces Alien Registration Requirement
February 27, 2025 | Alert | By John Quill
Read about a proposed alien registration requirement announced by USCIS on February 25, 2025, which will require many foreign nationals present in the US to submit an online registration and undergo fingerprinting.
Travel Advisories for Foreign Nationals Entering the United States
February 27, 2025 | Resources | By John Quill
This memorandum provides guidance on potential travel restrictions, processing delays, and requirement changes under the Trump administration likely to impact foreign nationals who are entering the US or applying for visas or other travel benefits from outside the US.
Legal Shifts from the White House - What Employers Need to Know
February 26, 2025 | Webinar | By John Quill, Corbin Carter, Emma Follansbee
This webinar provides strategies to in-house counsel to not only stay informed of the shifting landscape but to also effectively prioritize their resources to address these challenges.
ETA Travel Requirement for Visitors to The United Kingdom
January 16, 2025 | Resources | By John Quill
Most individuals who are visiting the UK or transiting through the UK, and who are exempt from obtaining a visitor visa, will now need to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) prior to travel. The ETA requirement takes effect for US citizens (as well as citizens for nearly 50 other countries) for travel to the UK on January 8, 2025 or later. The ETA is also required for those who are transiting through the UK.
News & Press
Mintz has earned top rankings in the 2025 edition of Legal 500 United States and Canada guides. The firm is recognized in 20 practice categories, and 78 of its attorneys are individually ranked in the guide, with several receiving recognition in more than one category. Additionally, two attorneys are featured in the "Hall of Fame," seven attorneys are named "Leading Lawyers," and five attorneys are recognized as a "Next Generation Lawyers."
Chambers USA has recognized 43 of Mintz’s practices and 88 of its attorneys in its 2025 guide to the country’s leading law firms. Of those featured in the guide, 17 attorneys and seven practice areas were awarded Chambers’ highest ranking, Band 1. The firm expanded its rankings this year with three new practice area listings and 17 attorneys recognized for the first time or in additional categories.
How Trump's 2nd Term May Alter the Immigration Landscape
December 4, 2024
An article authored by Immigration Practice Chair John Quill was published by Law360 about how President-elect Trump's second term may affect the immigration landscape. John discusses the various effects on individuals and employers.
Mintz is pleased to announce that 31 attorneys have been named Massachusetts Super Lawyers and 35 attorneys have been named Massachusetts Rising Stars for 2024.
The Best Lawyers in America 2025 Recognizes 184 Mintz Attorneys across 56 Practice Areas
August 15, 2024
187 Mintz attorneys have been recognized by Best Lawyers® in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. Notably, three Mintz attorneys received 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” awards, and 64 firm attorneys were included in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
Mintz announced today that 42 of its practices and 83 of its attorneys earned recognition in the 2024 edition of Chambers USA, a guide to the country’s leading law firms. Of those included in the guide, 18 attorneys and seven practice areas were awarded Chambers’ highest ranking, Band 1. The firm obtained new listings in three practice areas and 10 of its lawyers were recognized for the first time.
Fifty-Nine Attorneys Recognized as 2023 Massachusetts Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
October 12, 2023
Mintz is pleased to announce that 32 attorneys have been named Massachusetts Super Lawyers and 27 attorneys have been named Massachusetts Rising Stars for 2023.
Mintz is pleased to announce that 120 firm attorneys have been recognized as leaders by Best Lawyers® in the 2024 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©.
The H-1B Cap Lottery Is Broken. It's Time To Fix It
July 10, 2023
BOSTON – Mintz has earned top rankings in the 2023 edition of Legal 500 United States guide. The firm is recognized in 14 practice categories, and 59 individual attorneys are also recognized in the guide, some in more than one category.
BOSTON –Mintz announced today that 39 of its practices and 81 of its attorneys earned recognition in the 2023 edition of Chambers USA, a guide to the country’s leading law firms.
Two Mintz Immigration Attorneys Named To Inaugural Lawdragon 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers List
May 08, 2023
BOSTON – Mintz is pleased to share that Susan J. Cohen, Founder and Chair Emeritus of the Immigration Practice, and John Quill, Chair of Mintz's Immigration Practice, have been selected for inclusion in the 2023 Lawdragon 100 Leading Immigration Lawyers list.
35 Mintz attorneys have been named Massachusetts Super Lawyers and 25 Mintz attorneys have been named Massachusetts Rising Stars for 2022.
Best Lawyers® recognized 108 firm attorneys in the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America©. Notably, two Mintz attorneys – Poonam Patidar and Scott M. Stanton – received 2023 “Lawyer of the Year” awards, and 28 firm attorneys were included in the inaugural edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
Immigration Group Of The Year: Mintz
December 1, 2020
Law360 Names Mintz 2020 Immigration Practice Group of the Year
November 30, 2020
Trump's Procedural Sidesteps May Doom H-1B Visa Changes
October 7, 2020
Mintz Practice Groups and Attorneys Garner Top Rankings in 2020 Edition of The Legal 500 United States
June 12, 2020
Attys Fear Tech Glitches Ahead Of New H-1B System Start
February 28, 2020
Top 5 Immigration Policies To Watch In 2020
January 2, 2020
Employers: Start Prepping For Online H-1B Visa Registration
December 11, 2019
Takeaways From New H-1B Visa Registration Proposal
September 5, 2019
Mintz Picks Up Immigration Law Partner From Seyfarth
July 16, 2019
Nationally Recognized Immigration Attorney Joins Mintz
July 15, 2019
Events & Speaking
Mintz’s Annual Employment Law Summit 2025 - Boston
One Financial Center, Boston, MA 02111
Mintz's Annual Employment Law Summit 2025 - New York
Convene, 601 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10022
Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) Process: Employer Immigration Compliance, Impact of Pay Transparency Laws
Strafford Live CLE Video Webinars
Maintaining Foreign National Employment in a Recession, and Future Workforce Planning
View the Webinar Recording
Recognition & Awards
Chambers USA: Massachusetts - Immigration (2021 – 2025)
Best Lawyers in America: Immigration Law (2017 – 2023)
Recommended by The Legal 500 United States for Labor & Employment: Immigration (2020)
Named to the National Law Journal’s list of Immigration Trailblazers (2020)
Included on the Massachusetts Super Lawyers: Immigration list (2022 – 2024)
Involvement
- Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
- Member, Boston Bar Association
- Volunteer attorney, Irish International Immigrant Center
- Member, Board of Directors, American Special Hockey Association
Recent Insights
Mintz has earned top rankings in the 2025 edition of Legal 500 United States and Canada guides. The firm is recognized in 20 practice categories, and 78 of its attorneys are individually ranked in the guide, with several receiving recognition in more than one category. Additionally, two attorneys are featured in the "Hall of Fame," seven attorneys are named "Leading Lawyers," and five attorneys are recognized as a "Next Generation Lawyers."
Chambers USA has recognized 43 of Mintz’s practices and 88 of its attorneys in its 2025 guide to the country’s leading law firms. Of those featured in the guide, 17 attorneys and seven practice areas were awarded Chambers’ highest ranking, Band 1. The firm expanded its rankings this year with three new practice area listings and 17 attorneys recognized for the first time or in additional categories.
President Trump Issues Travel Ban for 19 Countries
June 5, 2025| Alert|
