Jeremy Richards

Founding and Managing Partner

Phone: (716) 970-4007
JEREMY L. RICHARDS is the founding partner of Richards and Jurusik and has dedicated his career to U.S. immigration law, with a specialized focus on assisting Canadian and Mexican citizens under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) to work and live in the United States. Mr. Richards has built a reputation as a leading authority on cross-border mobility, helping Canadian and Mexican citizens, as well as businesses, navigate the complex U.S. immigration system with clarity and precision.

With a particular emphasis on business immigration, Mr. Richards has extensive experience securing TN Visa status for Canadian and Mexican professionals, L-1 Visas for business expansion, and E-1 and E-2 Visas for international traders and investors. His practice also extends to employment-based green cards and family-based green cards, making him a trusted resource for individuals and businesses seeking to establish themselves in the United States, either professionally or personally.

Mr. Richards’s expertise is rooted in his comprehensive understanding of the unique needs of his Canadian and Mexican clients, including individuals and businesses ranging from small enterprises to large multinational corporations. His time with U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Buffalo, New York, provided him with critical insights into government interpretation and enforcement of U.S. immigration laws, giving him a distinct edge in resolving complex immigration challenges.

Before launching his legal career, Mr. Richards spent over a decade in Sales and Operations Management, holding senior positions such as Vice President of Sales and Operations Manager. This experience equipped him with a deep understanding of corporate structures, human resources practices, and the business strategies that influence immigration planning. His dual expertise in law and business enables him to provide tailored solutions that align with his clients’ operational goals.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Mr. Richards is deeply involved in his community. He actively supports youth sports and community outreach programs. He has worked extensively with Buffalo’s refugee population, providing pro bono legal assistance and “Know Your Rights” education to individuals who are often underserved and underinformed about their immigration rights and options. In recognition of this work, Mr. Richards was awarded the Peter J. Murrett III Pro Bono Award, the highest honor given by the Upstate NY Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association.

Mr. Richards is also proud of his beginnings. Raised by hardworking parents, he credits much of his drive and values to their example, especially his father, who worked long hours as a mechanic to support the family and instilled in him a deep respect for hard work, education, and integrity. His father always told him he could do anything he put his mind to and to obtain as much education as possible, advice that stayed with him through every challenge. Becoming the first in his family to become a lawyer and earn an advanced degree is a source of personal pride and a testament to the foundation his parents built.

An Eagle Scout and former missionary in Salvador, Brazil, for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Mr. Richards brings a spirit of service and leadership to all aspects of his life. He is a proud father of seven children, an avid outdoorsman, and above all, grateful for the unwavering support of his wife, his constant source of strength, encouragement, and belief in his potential.

While Mr. Richards handles a broad spectrum of immigration matters, his practice is particularly specialized in:

• TN Visa status under the USMCA for Canadian and Mexican professionals
• L-1 Visas for Canadian business expansion into the United States
• E-1 and E-2 Visas for Canadian traders and investors
• Employment-based green cards
• Family-based green cards

Mr. Richards’s dedication to the unique needs of Canadian and Mexican citizens under the USMCA has positioned him as a trusted advocate and advisor for individuals and businesses looking to make the United States their home.