Courtney Rineer is a distinguished and nationally recognized business immigration attorney with over two decades of experience, serving as the Practice Area Leader for HAWM Law’s Immigration Practice Group. A cum laude graduate of New York Law School in 2004, Courtney discovered her passion for immigration law during her first year of law school and has dedicated her entire legal career to advancing the field.
Courtney’s journey began during her second year of law school, working at a firm specializing exclusively in immigration law. This early experience laid a strong foundation for her career, which flourished over five years at a boutique immigration law firm in New York City. There, she developed extensive expertise in both business and family immigration matters, with a particular focus on employment-based green card applications (PERM).
Courtney excels in providing strategic legal counsel to businesses and families alike. Known for her client-centered approach, meticulous attention to detail, and in-depth knowledge, she has earned a reputation as a trusted authority in the field.
Courtney is a long-standing and active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), where she proudly served as a Board Member for the Central Florida Chapter. She also sits on the board of the Orlando Center for Justice, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving access to immigration services and regularly volunteers with local organizations like Legal Aid to support underserved communities.
- New York
- Executive Editor for the Center for New York City Law, New York Law School Law Review
- Recipient of New York Law School First Year Summer Internship Grant to work with South Brooklyn Legal Services-Government Benefits Unit
- Juris Doctor, New York Law School – 2004
- Bachelor of Arts in French Studies, Oklahoma State University – 1998
- Board Member of Orlando Center for Justice and organize fundraisers and fun runs
- Pro bono attorney for The Legal Aid Society of Orange County, The Florida Immigrant Coalition, and other area nonprofit organizations
- Organized and hosted National Day of Action for AILA Central Florida Chapter in Washington, D.C. meeting with Congressional Representatives, Senators, and staff to advocate for immigration reform
- Organize and participate in Citizenship Day events through AILA Central Florida Chapter and various local consulates
- Organized and hosted 5k run/walks for AILA National Conferences 2019 and 2023
- Member of American Immigration Lawyers Association Central Florida Chapter
- Former Board Member of American Immigration Lawyers Association Central Florida Chapter
- Former Board Member of Florida Justice for Our Neighbors
- After school tutor for South Street Ministry-Mentoring for Academic Progress (M.A.P.) working with underserved schools to provide tutoring
- Volunteer with New York Law School Domestic Violence Clinic representing victims in procuring temporary restraining orders
- Legal Aid Society Lunch and Learn, An Overview of Business Immigration for Practitioners of Humanitarian Immigration – December 2024
- The Pride Chamber’s Red Group, An Overview of American Immigration – May 2024
- AILA New York Chapter, Advanced Topics in Employment-Based Green Cards (PERM) – April 2024
- Yearly Talks with Rollins College, Valencia College, and University of Central Florida for international students on work visa options after graduation – 2019-2023
- AILA Central Florida Chapter Fall Conference, An In-Depth Look at H-1b Visas and Current Trends – October 2022
- AILA Ohio Chapter, Fundamentals of H2A and H2B Visas – December 2021
- AILA Central Florida Chapter Fall Conference, Business Immigration: Major Changes that have Affected Business Immigration Practitioners and Clients – October 2021
- AILA National Annual Conference, Labor Certification (PERM) Advanced Topics – July 2020
- AILA Central Florida Chapter Fall Conference Labor Certifications (PERM) Key Takeaways – October 2019
- AILA Central Florida Chapter Fall Conference, Basics of H2B Visas – October 2019
- AILA National Annual Conference, Fundamentals of L-1 Intracompany Transferee Visas – June 2019
- AILA Central Florida Chapter Fall Conference, Alternatives to PERM – October 2018
- Gary Endelman, The Lawyer’s Guide to § 212(a)(5)(A) Labor Certification from 1952 to PERM: Pts I & 2 (Courtney Rineer ed.) 81 Interpreter Releases no. 38 1353 (October 4, 2004), 81 Interpreter Releases no. 39 1401 (October 11, 2004)
- Courtney Rineer, Introduction to W. Bernard Richland’s Address Before the National Institute for Municipal Law Officers on October 15, 1975, 48 N.Y.L. Sch. L. Rev. 417 (2003/04)
Courtney Rineer is a distinguished and nationally recognized business immigration attorney with over two decades of experience, serving as the Practice Area Leader for HAWM Law’s Immigration Practice Group. A cum laude graduate of New York Law School in 2004, Courtney discovered her passion for immigration law during her first year of law school and has dedicated her entire legal career to advancing the field.
Courtney’s journey began during her second year of law school, working at a firm specializing exclusively in immigration law. This early experience laid a strong foundation for her career, which flourished over five years at a boutique immigration law firm in New York City. There, she developed extensive expertise in both business and family immigration matters, with a particular focus on employment-based green card applications (PERM).
Courtney excels in providing strategic legal counsel to businesses and families alike. Known for her client-centered approach, meticulous attention to detail, and in-depth knowledge, she has earned a reputation as a trusted authority in the field.
Courtney is a long-standing and active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), where she proudly served as a Board Member for the Central Florida Chapter. She also sits on the board of the Orlando Center for Justice, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving access to immigration services and regularly volunteers with local organizations like Legal Aid to support underserved communities.
- New York
- Executive Editor for the Center for New York City Law, New York Law School Law Review
- Recipient of New York Law School First Year Summer Internship Grant to work with South Brooklyn Legal Services-Government Benefits Unit
- Juris Doctor, New York Law School – 2004
- Bachelor of Arts in French Studies, Oklahoma State University – 1998
- Board Member of Orlando Center for Justice and organize fundraisers and fun runs
- Pro bono attorney for The Legal Aid Society of Orange County, The Florida Immigrant Coalition, and other area nonprofit organizations
- Organized and hosted National Day of Action for AILA Central Florida Chapter in Washington, D.C. meeting with Congressional Representatives, Senators, and staff to advocate for immigration reform
- Organize and participate in Citizenship Day events through AILA Central Florida Chapter and various local consulates
- Organized and hosted 5k run/walks for AILA National Conferences 2019 and 2023
- Member of American Immigration Lawyers Association Central Florida Chapter
- Former Board Member of American Immigration Lawyers Association Central Florida Chapter
- Former Board Member of Florida Justice for Our Neighbors
- After school tutor for South Street Ministry-Mentoring for Academic Progress (M.A.P.) working with underserved schools to provide tutoring
- Volunteer with New York Law School Domestic Violence Clinic representing victims in procuring temporary restraining orders
- Legal Aid Society Lunch and Learn, An Overview of Business Immigration for Practitioners of Humanitarian Immigration – December 2024
- The Pride Chamber’s Red Group, An Overview of American Immigration – May 2024
- AILA New York Chapter, Advanced Topics in Employment-Based Green Cards (PERM) – April 2024
- Yearly Talks with Rollins College, Valencia College, and University of Central Florida for international students on work visa options after graduation – 2019-2023
- AILA Central Florida Chapter Fall Conference, An In-Depth Look at H-1b Visas and Current Trends – October 2022
- AILA Ohio Chapter, Fundamentals of H2A and H2B Visas – December 2021
- AILA Central Florida Chapter Fall Conference, Business Immigration: Major Changes that have Affected Business Immigration Practitioners and Clients – October 2021
- AILA National Annual Conference, Labor Certification (PERM) Advanced Topics – July 2020
- AILA Central Florida Chapter Fall Conference Labor Certifications (PERM) Key Takeaways – October 2019
- AILA Central Florida Chapter Fall Conference, Basics of H2B Visas – October 2019
- AILA National Annual Conference, Fundamentals of L-1 Intracompany Transferee Visas – June 2019
- AILA Central Florida Chapter Fall Conference, Alternatives to PERM – October 2018
- Gary Endelman, The Lawyer’s Guide to § 212(a)(5)(A) Labor Certification from 1952 to PERM: Pts I & 2 (Courtney Rineer ed.) 81 Interpreter Releases no. 38 1353 (October 4, 2004), 81 Interpreter Releases no. 39 1401 (October 11, 2004)
- Courtney Rineer, Introduction to W. Bernard Richland’s Address Before the National Institute for Municipal Law Officers on October 15, 1975, 48 N.Y.L. Sch. L. Rev. 417 (2003/04)
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