Photo by Joey Csunyo on Unsplash Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. “Your questions are vital to the spread of knowledge that allows people all over the world to rise above borders and pursue their dreams,” says Sophie Alcorn, a Silicon Valley immigration attorney.…
DetailsWe’re thrilled to introduce Amenah Keshari. She joined the Alcorn Immigration Law team last fall as an associate attorney in our business immigration team. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, Amenah has been working remotely from Houston. She manages all aspects of employment-based immigration matters, including H-1B, L-1, E-1, E-2, F-1, O-1, TN, EB-1, and EB-2…
DetailsIf you’re looking to come to stay in the U.S. and you’ve made some major scientific, scholarly or business-related contributions in your field or any other past accomplishments, there are basically three options you may want to consider. The O-1A Nonimmigrant Visa The EB1-A Green Card The EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver) Green Card Requirement and…
DetailsPhoto by Joey Csunyo on Unsplash Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. “Your questions are vital to the spread of knowledge that allows people all over the world to rise above borders and pursue their dreams,” says Sophie Alcorn, a Silicon Valley immigration attorney.…
DetailsIf you have a fiance or spouse who lives outside of the U.S. and you’re looking to get them a green card based on love, all you have to do is – show your love. Sounds easier said than done, doesn’t it? But there are very important things you need to consider: 1. Be…
DetailsWe’ve got your back and we remain here to support you. Despite a lot of fear-mongering about immigration right now, we stand firm in our mission to overcome borders, expand opportunity, and connect the world. We serve people like you every day by practicing compassionate, visionary, and expert immigration law, so you can follow your…
DetailsPhoto by Joey Csunyo on Unsplash Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. “Your questions are vital to the spread of knowledge that allows people all over the world to rise above borders and pursue their dreams,” says Sophie Alcorn, a Silicon Valley immigration attorney.…
DetailsIf you’re somebody recruiting for a startup in the United States, you need to understand there are myriad options available. Here’s a handy guide to help you figure out who you can hire and how. A, B, and C Visas An A visa is for diplomats. B visas are for visitors. C and D…
DetailsThe COVID-19 pandemic has put a spotlight on the importance of immigrants to medical research and health-care in the U.S. More than 11,000 immigrants on H-1B visas and green cards are working on treatments and vaccines for COVID-19 at major major biotech and pharmaceutical companies in the U.S., according to a new analysis by the…
DetailsPhoto by Joey Csunyo on Unsplash Here’s another edition of “Dear Sophie,” the advice column that answers immigration-related questions about working at technology companies. “Your questions are vital to the spread of knowledge that allows people all over the world to rise above borders and pursue their dreams,” says Sophie Alcorn, a Silicon Valley immigration attorney.…
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