Scott Legal, P.C. is issuing an important alert regarding a major change in U.S. immigration policy. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has published an Interim Final Rule, effective today, October…
Scott Legal, P.C. is delighted to announce a recent E-2 investor visa approval for a client at the U.S. Embassy in London. The investor, a seasoned entrepreneur with a strong…
The question of whether you can use an unsecured loan for your EB-5 investment has a surprisingly complex history. It's a common query for investors who want to leverage capital…
Scott Legal, P.C. is thrilled to announce the approval of an initial O-1A visa petition for a talented data engineer. Our client successfully changed their status from an F-1 student…
Applying for a green card under the EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) category is a two-step process. While the first step, the I-140 petition, has become much faster, the second…
Our founder, Ian Scott, recently participated in a fantastic panel discussion in Frankfurt, joining three outstanding colleagues for a lively and insightful conversation on “The National Interest Waiver: Still…
Navigating the complex world of U.S. immigration can be daunting, especially for high-achieving professionals, entrepreneurs, and artists deciding between the NIW vs O-1 pathways. Both options offer distinct advantages, but…
We are happy to announce another E-2 investor visa approval at the U.S. Consulate in Toronto. Our client will develop a high-tech IT consulting company in the United States. The…
The EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program offers a pathway to U.S. permanent residency by making a significant investment in a job-creating enterprise. However, not all EB-5 investments are the same. The…
Scott Legal, P.C. is delighted to announce the approval of an L-1A new office petition for a client from Germany. Our client, a financial technology executive, will now head the…
The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is a powerful pathway to a U.S. Green Card, allowing exceptional professionals to bypass the standard labor certification process. The cornerstone of a successful NIW…
When building your E-2 visa investment, every dollar counts. Entrepreneurs often wonder which costs qualify as a legitimate E-2 visa expenditure, and a common question revolves around purchasing a vehicle.…
Scott Legal, P.C. is delighted to announce the H-1B change of status approval for a financial analyst. Selected in the H-1B lottery, our client, who works for a software solutions…
The E-2 treaty investor visa is a powerful and flexible tool for foreign entrepreneurs who wish to launch, purchase, and operate a business in the United States. Unlike many other…
Scott Legal, P.C. is delighted to announce the E-2 investor visa approval for a client at the U.S. Embassy in Poland. The client, a Polish national, will be operating a…
For entrepreneurs operating a business in the United States on an E-2 visa, optimizing business structure and tax strategy is a top priority. A common and important question that arises…
Renewing an E-2 visa can be a stressful process, especially if your business has not grown as quickly as you projected in your initial application. The E-2 visa is fundamentally…
Scott Legal, P.C. is delighted to announce that we have secured I-485 approvals for the dependent spouse and children of a Native American born in Canada. The primary applicant had…
For entrepreneurs and business owners from treaty countries, the E-1 and E-2 visas offer excellent pathways to live and work in the United States. While they are often discussed together,…
We are pleased to announce a new H-1B Cap petition approval for a Project Management Specialist. The beneficiary, a French national, was selected in this year's H-1B lottery and applied…