In this DIY world where almost everything you need to know about anything can be found online, you’re also probably thinking that you can handle the immigration process on your own. But you have to fully understand that there’s even more to immigration than just forms. There’s a ton of objectively complicated stuff involved! For…
We have new immigration data showing what has been going over the last couple of years through the most recent government fiscal year of 2019. Although denial rates for H-1B, L-1, O, and TN visas, as well as Requests for Evidence (RFEs) increased, it remains possible to craft a strong strategy and win. Feel free…
Whether you’re getting green cards for people in your company or you’re looking to work and immigrate to the United States on a green card, it’s important that you have an idea about the general process. Green Card = Permanent Residence = Immigrant Visa Green card is slang for permanent residence in the United…
We’re pleased to introduce Samuel Nguyen. Samuel joined Alcorn Immigration Law last year as an administrative assistant with our business immigration team. “Every day we create opportunities for people to start a new business, a new job, and a new life in the U.S.,” he says. “That’s exciting!” Samuel became interested in law while taking…
Companies really need the best talent from all around the world. But what is more important when it comes to headcount and talent acquisition and retention than your budget? Today, we’re talking about how to save money in the immigration process. This is very important for tech companies, whether you’re a super early-stage startup coming…
Are you a founder considering your immigration options and what life in Silicon Valley might be like? Founder Sophie Alcorn recently discussed immigration options for international startup founders on the Fundraising Radio podcast with host Konstantin Dubovitskiy. The podcast dives into an overview of the visas and green cards available to international startup founders and…
There are different non-immigrant visa types that are worthwhile for founders and Silicon Valley startups to investigate. Here are the most common ones: H-1B Visa This is for an employee of a U.S. company working in a specialty occupation. This is not for self-employment. If you’re a founder out there and you don’t have a…
I was super excited to see a recent report by the Conference Board, a business research group. It sparked my imagination on how the U.S. can realign our immigration policy to target our national needs and long-term economic goals. You can read the Committee on Economic Development (CED) of the Conference Board’s report, “Boosting Immigration.”…
What is a green card and why is it called as such? Does it go by any other name? What are all the steps to getting a green card? What is the visa bulletin and how does it actually work? Today, we are going to be talking about the coveted, the mysterious green card. Whether…
Martindale-Hubbell has awarded founder Sophie Alcorn and Alcorn Immigration Law with its highest rating: the AV Preeminent Rating. Martindale-Hubbell awards this rating to only the top 10 percent of all attorneys and law firms worldwide. “I’m honored to be recognized by my peers,” said Sophie. Founded in 1868, Martindale-Hubbell has become a global network of…