Who We Are

The Principal Attorney of the Perman Law Firm is Naomi E. Perman, who has over 10 years of experience in immigration law. She is a graduate of William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul and of the University of Michigan. In August of 1996, she established her own practice in St. Paul and has developed a large and loyal client base. Ms. Perman attributes her success to careful case management, strong rapport with decision makers and clients, and the fact that she loves her work.

Naomi E. Perman has been nominated as a "Super Lawyer" in the field of immigration law, an honor limited to the top 5 percent of lawyers practicing in Minnesota. She is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and has served as the liaison to the local USCIS Office. In addition, Ms. Perman frequently shares her expertise in immigration law at Continuing Legal Education programs and advises colleges and universities on matters related to international students and faculty members.

The Perman Law Firm is also supported by its paralegal, Jodi L. Gustafson, who has a paralegal certificate from the Minnesota Paralegal Institute. Ms. Gustafson also has a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences from the University of Minnesota. While a student, she completed an internship with Congressman Martin Sabo in his Washington D.C. office.

Prior to joining the Perman Law Firm, Ms. Gustafson provided paralegal support in the areas of employment law, probate law, business law, and civil litigation. Ms. Gustafson, who is a member of the Minnesota Paralegal Association, stays current with the constant changes in the field of immigration law by attending immigration seminars sponsored by the American Immigration Lawyers Association. A part time naturalist, Ms. Gustafson also leads tours of the Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden in the summer.