It is not unusual to face a situation where you need to stay abroad for a long period of time. The reasons vary widely, ranging from an overseas work assignment…
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Waiting for an employment authorization document can create significant stress, particularly when your ability to work and support yourself depends on receiving approval. Although the standard processing timeline is several…
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Scott Legal is happy to announce the approval of an E-2 dependent spouse visa at the U.S. Consulate in London. The applicant, a UK national, will join his spouse in…
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Understanding whether office space is required for an L-1 visa can significantly shape how a company approaches its expansion into the United States. The answer is not the same for…
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Scott Legal is pleased to announce the approval of an L-1A petition for the CEO of a software company with global operations. The company, which has an established presence in…
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The E-1 Visa is an attractive option for entrepreneurs and companies that conduct substantial international trade with the United States. A common point of confusion is whether applicants must hire…
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USCIS may place certain immigration cases on hold through an adjudicative policy, temporarily pausing final approvals or denials while continuing case processing. This policy affects applicants from travel-ban or high-risk…
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Scott Legal is pleased to announce the approval of a Change of Status application from E-3 to B-2 for an Australian national, which included an extension of stay. The application…
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Recent guidance from the U.S. Department of State has introduced a pause in immigrant visa issuance for nationals of certain countries. This development has raised questions for individuals applying for…
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Scott Legal is pleased to announce the approval of a marriage-based Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) for a client residing in Nevada with her U.S. citizen spouse. While marriage-based green card cases…
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The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is a unique green card option that allows certain foreign nationals to bypass the traditional labor certification process and obtain permanent residency in the United…
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Not all memberships meet EB-1A or O-1A visa requirements. Discover what qualifies and how to build a strong case for extraordinary ability.
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In a sweeping new directive, the Trump Administration has ordered an immediate freeze on the issuance of U.S. immigrant visas for nationals of 75 countries. This significant expansion of immigration…
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Scott Legal is pleased to announce another TN visa success story. Our firm recently obtained a TN visa approval for a Canadian national working as an engineer in the aviation…
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Applying for a National Interest Waiver (NIW) can be a transformative opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking U.S. permanent residency. The NIW allows applicants to bypass the labour certification process, making it…
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We are pleased to share another E-2 visa success story from the U.S. Embassy in London. Our client, an investor in a California-based software and data analytics company, recently secured…
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The H-1B visa remains one of the most critical pathways for U.S. employers to hire skilled foreign professionals. However, as we move into 2026, the landscape for this employment-based visa…
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For many foreign nationals, the waiting period between filing an application and receiving approval is one of the most stressful aspects of the U.S. immigration process. This is particularly true…
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Scott Legal is pleased to announce that we obtained an L-1A extension of stay for a Mexican national serving as the CEO of a software development company. The business, which…
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For many international entrepreneurs and investors, securing an E-2 visa is a significant milestone that allows them to live and work in the United States. However, a common source of…
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Scott Legal is proud to announce an EB-1A I-140 approval for a biotech entrepreneur who has pioneered innovative technology solutions to transform pharmaceutical R&D processes. The applicant, originally in the…
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If you are considering applying for an E-1 visa, one of the most common questions is whether you need to establish a legal entity in the United States as part of the process. The…
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In the intricate world of TN visas, a common question arises: Do my job duties and job title need to match? This query is especially relevant for professionals aiming to…
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Scott Legal is pleased to announce another successful E-2 employee visa approval. Our client, a Bulgarian national, received the visa at the U.S. Consulate in Sofia and will join a…
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Applying for an E-2 visa often involves purchasing or investing in a business in the United States. While immigration regulations do not explicitly require due diligence, this step is critical…
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