Immigration Guides
When applying for the H1B visa, a determination that the U.S. government makes is whether employees will be paid fairly for their work. A salary at or above what is known as the prevailing wage, which is determined by the skill level of the employee and the geographic area where they will be working, is necessary for…
The H1B visa allows foreign nationals to perform specialty occupations in the United States. It exists for occupations in a variety of different fields. There are 65,000 H1B visas made available with the standard H1B cap, and an additional 20,000 H1B visas are available for advanced degree holders.
The arrival of the Biden Administration has ushered in some very good news for the 40 million foreign-born individuals who live in the United States today. Among the many changes taking place in the new administration, President Biden signed an executive order on February 2, 2021 that calls for major…
In order to qualify for a chance to submit an H-1B cap-subject petition, you must first be selected through a randomized lottery. The quota for this lottery includes 65,000 slots for standard H-1B petitions, and an additional 20,000 slots for workers with a master’s degree. This lottery process begins with…
A Green Card, officially known as a Permanent Resident Card, allows someone to permanently live and work in the U.S. There are several ways to become a permanent resident. One of the most common ways is through marriage to a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. There are several steps in the Green Card process. The process will depend on…
Earlier this month, USCIS announced a new policy for people applying to renew their green card. In this article, we will be going over this policy and explaining some important details. At Ashoori Law, we practice U.S. immigration law and post information regularly to help people stay up to date on important…
Earlier this month, USCIS announced a new policy for people applying to renew their green card. In this article, we will be going over this policy and explaining some important details. At Ashoori Law, we practice U.S. immigration law and post information regularly to help people stay up to date on important…
The L1 visa category, created by Congress in 1970, is specifically intended for individuals customarily employed abroad by a company with a qualifying relationship to the U.S. company wishing to obtain the L1 visa for employees. The L1 visa is limited exclusively to employees of multinational companies, and may not be used unless…
The L1B visa was designed to allow foreign companies to transfer certain foreign workers to the United States so that they are able to work as a specialized knowledge worker for an affiliate US office. In this guide, I’m going to discuss the L1B visa for specialized…
The E2 visa is an investment-based non-immigrant visa. To qualify for an E2 visa, you must invest a substantial amount of capital into a U.S. business. After the investment has been put “at risk” (discussed below), you may apply for your E2 visa. With an E2 visa, one can…
One of the most common questions from U.S. citizens who petition to bring their foreign fiancé(e) to the U.S. is “How long is this process going to take?” They understandably want to be reunited with their fiancé(e) as soon as possible. In this guide, I’m going…
In our practice at Ashoori Law, clients frequently ask us about whether it makes more sense to apply for a marriage-based green card or a K1 fiancé visa. It is an understandable area of confusion. In fact, there are a number of considerations that come into play in deciding which is the best course for you and your significant other.
Did you know that if you spend too much time outside of the United States, then United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) can deny your green card renewal? It is true. Our firm recently was contacted by someone who needed help because USCIS was on the verge of denying his request to renew his green card. The reason was…
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have observed USCIS waive some green card interviews. It appears that USCIS is approving more green card applications without an interview. That is a great development indeed. In addition, it appears that other types of immigration applications are being processed…
People are often surprised to learn that there are many different ways to lawfully work in the United States. In this guide, I’m going to explain 5 different ways that someone can legally work in the U.S. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at +1-818-741-1117 or you may schedule a free consultation here.
Michael Ashoori, Esq.
President of Ashoori Law
I’m a U.S. immigration lawyer and I help families, professionals, investors, and entrepreneurs get visas, green cards, and citizenship to the United States.
Since starting my law firm, I’ve helped thousands of people from all over the world with their immigration needs. I’m very passionate, hard-working, and committed to my clients.
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