Meghan N. Covino

Meghan N. Covino is a highly regarded immigration attorney based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Honigman LLP. She specializes in employment-based immigration, assisting national and international companies in securing temporary and permanent work authorization for their employees in the United States. Her expertise extends to navigating complex immigration challenges, including corporate restructuring, mergers, and acquisitions.

Meghan earned her J.D. cum laude from Boston University School of Law, where she was recognized as a Paul J. Liacos Scholar and received the Dean’s Award for Professional Responsibility. She also interned at the U.S. Department of Justice Executive Office for Immigration Review, Boston Immigration Court. Before law school, she obtained a B.A. in French and Political Science from the University of Michigan, where she gained early professional experience interning for the Canadian Parliament and the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa.

Her legal career began with a clerkship at the New Hampshire Superior Court, working alongside esteemed judges. She later served as an Associate Attorney at the Law Offices of Robert Birach, P.C., and as Manager of Faculty and Staff Immigration Services at the University of Michigan. In 2007, she was admitted to the Michigan Bar, furthering her ability to serve the legal needs of businesses and individuals.

Meghan is widely respected for her ability to manage the intricacies of immigration law, including the PERM labor certification process and obtaining various non-immigrant visas such as H-1B, L-1, E-2, TN, O-1, and others. She also provides training and compliance audits on Form I-9 and E-Verify, ensuring her clients meet all legal requirements.

Meghan’s professional accolades include recognition in The Best Lawyers in America and Michigan Super Lawyers, as well as being listed in Chambers USA’s top tier for Immigration in Michigan. Her leadership roles include serving as Chair of the American Immigration Lawyers Association’s Michigan Chapter and the New Member Division Steering Committee.

Clients praise her for her deep knowledge, thoughtful approach, and ability to clearly explain complex immigration matters. Meghan’s work has consistently helped businesses and individuals navigate challenging immigration processes with confidence and clarity.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Honigman LLP
• Member, American Immigration Lawyers Association
• Member, National Board of Governors
• Member, National Governance Committee

Licensed State

• Massachusetts
• Michigan

Education

• Boston University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Michigan
  BA in French and Political Science with Cum Laude

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