Mayor Michael J. Wildes Announces Partnership With 5w Public Relations

Englewood, New Jersey Mayor, MichaelJ.Wildes, is pleased to announce the commencement of his partnership with 5W Public Relations. 5WPR, one of the 25 largest PR agencies in the U.S. , will work with Mayor Wildes in order to position him for future opportunities in public life and office as he winds down his mayoral campaign after a six-year term.

In addition to his role as Mayor, Wildes is Managing Partner of Wildes & Weinberg PC Law Offices, the United States ’ premier law firm concentrating in the immigration and nationality field, with offices in New York and New Jersey . Mayor Wildes is a former federal prosecutor and also served on N.J. Governor Corzine’s Blue Ribbon Commission on Immigration Policy.

“5W Public Relations is proud to be working with Mayor Wildes and supports his advocacy for banning Muammar al-Gaddafi’s stay in Englewood during the U.N. Convention, ”said Ronn Torossian , President and CEO of 5WPR. “We have great experience in the government sector and are confident in heightening success for him as he seeks future positions in political office.”

About5WPR

5W Public Relations (www. 5w pr.com) is a full-service public relations firm known for implementing cutting-edge, customized media programs designed to impact client specific business goals and objectives. 5WPR’s energetic, fast-paced, and focused culture earned the firm a spot on the INC. 500 list and the title of “fastest-growing agency” three years in a row. One of the 25 largest PR firms in the US, 5W PR maintains practice areas in consumer, technology, health and wellness, entertainment, lifestyle, fashion, and corporate.

AboutMayorMichaelJ.Wildes

After winning two terms on the City Council, Michael Wildes was elected Englewood , New Jersey ‘s Mayor in November of 2003 and again to a second term in November 2006. Michael has become nationally recognized in the Democratic Party as a leading fundraiser for congressional and senate candidates throughout the United States – including Senators Hillary Clinton, Edward Kennedy, Joseph Lieberman and many others. Senator Kennedy most recently said he has “high expectations” that Michael Wildes will be joining them in the United States Congress in the future. The Democratic Leadership Council (DLC) voted him one of their “100 National Up and Coming Leaders to Watch.”

Michael J. Wildes Best Immigration Lawyer

Michael Wildes’ practice is devoted to representing clients in all aspects of immigration law. He is considered a leading expert in the field.

He regularly consults and renders legal services with regard to employment-based immigration, job portability, worldwide U.S. consular practice, remedies for status violations, mergers and acquisitions, immigration-related corporate policies, crisis communication, government investigations, waivers of ineligibility, employer sanctions, legislative advocacy and immigration/naturalization-related litigation.

Michael also provides assistance with immigration I-9 audits and advice to assure compliance with government mandated information and recordkeeping requirements.

He has testified on Capitol Hill in connection with anti-terrorism legislation and is internationally renowned for his successful representation of several defectors who have provided difficult-to-obtain national security information.

Michael appears frequently on network television as a legal commentator/analyst, most recently in connection with the terrorist threats facing the United States.

Representative Matters

Represented Saudi Arabian diplomat Mohammed Al-Khilewi, who defected after walking off with incriminating evidence of international terrorism and espionage.

Secured the cooperation of accused terrorist Hani Al-Sayegh, who was implicated in the Khobar Towers bombing in Saudi Arabia, an atrocity in which 19 U.S. servicemen lost their lives.

Represented Shoebomber Hero Kwame James, who subdued terrorist Richard Reid on board American Airlines Flight 63, saving the lives of 197 passengers and crew members.

Honors and Awards

Visit www.michaelwildes.com

Publications

Taking Our Medicine: Pressing Need for Immigration Reform by Michael J. Wildes - New Jersey Law Journal, December 2, 2010 »

Immigration Law: H-1B Site Visits and Form I-9 Audits: What You Should Know About These Latest Enforcement Trends by Michael J. Wildes - New Jersey Law Journal, April 12, 2010 »

Bringing Immigration into the 21st Century by Michael J. Wildes - New Jersey Law Journal, February 15, 2010 »

"A New Remedy in ICE’s Arsenal: Debarment," The Immigration Compliance Book, 2009-2010 Edition

“Local Law Enforcement and Immigration: Community Conflict in the Making,” by Michael J. Wildes, Immigration Law Today, September/October 2008 »

"Michael J. Wildes: Leading by Example," Lifestyles Magazine, October 2007

"The Rationale Behind Sanctuary Cities," New Jersey Municipalities, October 2007

"In America’s War on Terrorism, the Rights of Aliens Must End Where the Right to American Security Begins," The Bergen Record, September 2001

Statement Before the Subcommittee on Immigration and Claims Committee on the Judiciary U.S. House of Representatives, May 18, 1999

Presentations

Immigration Reform Panelist, “Strategy Room,” Fox News Channel, June 23, 2009

“Immigration Issues and Their Impact on Our Communities,” A Forum for Bergen Country Leaders and Residents, March, 12, 2009

“Moving Your Workforce Between the U.S. & Australia Today,” Stirling Henry Migration Services Seminar, New York, NY, January 21, 2009

Memberships and Activities

Mayor, City of Englewood, New Jersey, 2004 to present

Former Federal Prosecutor, United States Attorneys’ Office, 1989-1993

Selective Service Adjudication Board

Beyond the Law

“I’m married and the father of four. I enjoy watching old films and reading books on politics and world history.”