Grace Vensel is an Associate Attorney at Berardi Immigration Law, where she focuses her practice on nonimmigrant visa matters. Her experience includes L‑1A, L-1B, TN, O‑1, and H‑1B petitions, with a particular emphasis on USMCA and northern‑border adjudications. Grace regularly assists corporate clients and professionals navigating cross‑border employment and works closely with adjudicating agencies to facilitate efficient and compliant visa outcomes.
A Central New York native, Grace relocated to Buffalo to attend the University at Buffalo School of Law, where she earned her Juris Doctor degree, cum laude. During law school, Grace gained hands‑on immigration experience working with a nonprofit organization supporting VAWA self‑petitioners and asylum seekers, as well as with a private Buffalo‑based law firm handling complex business immigration matters. Grace was also actively involved in public interest and advocacy‑focused organizations, serving on the board of the Domestic Violence Task Force as well as participating in the Buffalo Public Interest Law Program, the Charles S. Desmond Moot Court Competition, and the Representation in Mediation Competition.
Grace holds bachelor’s degrees in Global Studies, Francophone Studies, and History from St. Lawrence University, where she graduated magna cum laude. As an undergraduate, she studied abroad in Bordeaux, France and Dakar, Senegal. She traveled extensively throughout Europe and West Africa, gaining experiences that continue to inform her global perspective and immigration practice.
Outside of work, Grace enjoys traveling, trying new foods, and spending time outdoors. One of her favorite places in the world is the Isle of Skye in Scotland, where she appreciates the island’s beautiful scenery and rich history.