Rosanna Berardi, Esq.
Attorney | Entrepreneur | Speaker | Trailblazer
The Journey
Rosanna Berardi isn't your typical attorney or speaker. In 2005, she did what many considered unthinkable: she left a coveted position at a prestigious law firm to start her own practice—while “onboarding” a newborn baby and a new house. Everyone told her it couldn't be done. She knew it could be.
Today, Berardi Immigration Law is a seven-figure law firm with 20+ team members serving clients worldwide. The firm has been recognized as one of Western New York's "Best Places to Work" and holds certifications as a woman-owned business enterprise at state level.
But what makes Rosanna's story remarkable isn't just what she built—it's how she built it. By challenging conventional wisdom about success and creating systems that support balance, she's demonstrated that professionals can achieve their ambitions without sacrificing what matters most.
Professional Highlights
As the Managing Partner of Berardi Immigration Law, Rosanna brings over two decades of immigration expertise to her work. Her professional credentials include:
Former Immigration Inspector at the Peace Bridge
Former Immigration Trial Attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice
Immigration Counsel at SUNY Buffalo
Associate at Buffalo's largest law firm before founding her own practice
Adjunct Professor at SUNY Buffalo School of Law
This multi-dimensional experience gives Rosanna a unique perspective on navigating complex systems and challenging established norms—insights she brings to every speaking engagement.
In the Spotlight
Rosanna's expertise and unique perspective have made her a sought-after voice in both business and media circles. Her work has been featured in Forbes, The Los Angeles Times, Politico, Newsweek, and Fox News, where she serves as a regular commentator on immigration issues and entrepreneurship.
RECENT RECOGNITION:
✓ Named to Inc.'s Female Founders 200 List (2023) - "category leaders at the top of their game"
✓ Woman Entrepreneur of the Year award from Women Owned Law (2020)
✓ Best Places to Work recognition for Berardi Immigration Law
✓ New York State WBE certification as a woman-owned business enterprise
✓ 2025 C-Level Executive Honoree by Buffalo Business First (2025)
A Better Way to Succeed
When Rosanna takes the stage, she brings the same candor, humor, and practical wisdom that has made her successful in business. She doesn't deal in vague inspiration or theoretical concepts—she delivers actionable strategies that audiences can implement immediately for a better way of living.
Her presentations are feisty, interactive, and refreshingly honest. Drawing from her Italian background and experiences of building success and setbacks, she empowers audiences to question conventional wisdom and create systems that actually work for their lives.
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Personal Life & Passions
Through her many professional achievements, Rosanna values time with her family above all else. She's passionate about travel, entertaining, and finding joy in everyday moments—living proof that success doesn't have to come at the expense of what matters most.
Rosanna is the founder of Luxury Purse Bingo, a boutique charitable event that combines the thrill of bingo with designer-purse prizes. It raises funds in support of pediatric cancer organizations—including Kaely’s Kindness and Sophia the Fierce—which assist teenage girls and children battling cancer and their families.