Dan Morris speaks to LegalBridge about Global Mobility and Complex Immigration Systems
Immigration and Global Mobility Partner Daniel Morris sat down with LegalBridge to discuss his journey to Spencer West, strengthening the firm’s capability in immigration matters. Based in Minneapolis, Daniel advises multinational businesses and individuals on global immigration strategy, workforce compliance, and outbound mobility across the US, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Daniel recently spoke with LegalBridge about his career path and the practical realities of working across some of the world’s most demanding immigration systems. In the interview, he reflects on how his early work in Chicago led him towards immigration law, where the impact of legal advice is immediate and personal. A pro bono case involving a VAWA visa application proved decisive, setting him on a path that has since developed into nearly 15 years of global immigration experience.
In the LegalBridge interview, Daniel shares his perspective on destinations attracting global talent in 2025 and beyond. He highlights the UAE’s continued investment in modern immigration frameworks, including free zones and long-term residence options for entrepreneurs. He also points to Germany’s recent decision to lower salary thresholds for highly skilled migrants as a notable shift within the EU, designed to address talent shortages and support economic growth.
The conversation also explores emerging trends such as digital nomad visas, which are gaining traction across Europe as governments respond to remote working and mobile workforces. Daniel discusses the limits of artificial intelligence in immigration advice, stressing the risks of relying on automated tools without specialist legal input, given the interaction between immigration, tax, and employment law.
Daniel’s arrival at Spencer West reflects the firm’s continued international growth and its focus on partner-led, commercially grounded advice. As the firm expands its US presence and global reach, his experience supports clients navigating an increasingly complex mobility environment.
You can read the full LegalBridge interview with Daniel Morris here: From Chicago to Dubai: How Daniel Morris is Redefining Global Immigration at Spencer West