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Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval for Fashion Designer Business for Spanish National with Low Investment Amount

We just had an E-2 visa approval with an investment amount of under $60,000 for a new fashion designer. Our client recently graduated from college and will promote her own fashion label and run her business in New York. We…

IanScottFebruary 13, 2015

H-1B and E-3 Visa Immigration

Who Has To Pay H-1B Fees? Does an Employer Have to Pay H-1B Fees?

The H-1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that permits a company to hire workers in specialty occupations. This visa category requires that the foreign worker have at least a Bachelor’s degree, and the U.S. employer can employ the worker for…

IanScottFebruary 12, 2015

Immigration PERM

Who Has To Pay Green Card Sponsorship Fees? Does an Employer Have to Pay PERM Fees? Does an Employer have to Pay Green Card Fees?

There are three main steps to obtain an employment-based green card: 1. PERM Labor Certification (Assessment of whether or not there are qualified U.S. workers) 2. I-140 petition (Employer petition for permanent foreign worker) 3. I-485 application (Employee application for…

IanScottFebruary 12, 2015

Approvals

Scott Legal, P.C. sits on Columbia University Panel of How to Build a Successful Start-Up

Ian E. Scott from Scott Legal, P.C. recently sat on a legal panel at Columbia University on How to Build a Successful Start-up. There were four panels of accomplished speakers including venture capitalists, industry leaders, start-up founders and lawyers who…

IanScottFebruary 12, 2015

Immigration Immigration Law Changes & New Law

What is New In Immigration Reform? The Start-up Act – What Does it Mean?

Overview of Immigration Reform Changes Immigration reform is something that has been proposed over and over again. In January, a new bill, (The Start-up Act) was introduced to try to solve some of the employment and business immigration issues that…

IanScottFebruary 6, 2015

Approvals

Scott Legal, P.C. obtains E-2 approval for National from Finland – E-2 For Investor from Finland

At Scott Legal, P.C., we process E-2 visas for clients all over the world. We recently obtained an approval for a services business for a national from Finland for a small investment amount. The client had recently had his application…

IanScottJanuary 28, 2015

Approvals

We Just Won the Clients’ Choice Award!

Scott Legal, P.C. has just been awarded the the Clients' Choice Award from AVVO. AVVO is a leading lawyer rating service and the Clients' Choice Award is awarded to a small number of attorneys that receive outstanding reviews from their…

IanScottJanuary 28, 2015

Business & Corporate Contracts

Is Surrogacy Legal in New York? – Can Parties Enter in to a Surrogacy Contract?

Many potential clients that live in New York come to us and ask the question of, “Is Surrogacy legal in New York?” Like most things, the answer is that it depends. First and foremost if your surrogate does not live…

IanScottJanuary 8, 2015

Business & Corporate Contracts Questions & Answers

A List of Things That Every Business Owner Should Do At the End of 2014

As a business owner, all year you have likely been running around acting as manager, capital raiser, developer, business generator, marketer, human resource manager and administrative assistant. Given the numerous roles, it is often difficult to sit back and look…

IanScottDecember 24, 2014

Immigration Immigration Law Changes & New Law

A Summary of President Obama’s Immigration Executive Action

At 8PM on November 20th, President Obama summarized the key points of his executive action related to immigration. He did not provide extensive detail during his speech and it is expected that that detail will be revealed over the next…

IanScottNovember 21, 2014

Immigration

What are the Differences Between Extension of Stay, Change of Status and Adjustment of Status?

People visit the United States for many different reasons, such as tourism, starting a business venture or visiting family members and friends. While you are in the U.S. your circumstances may change and you may want to extend your stay…

IanScottNovember 14, 2014

Immigration L-1 Visa

What is an L Visa & How Can I Use One To Start A Business In The U.S.?

An L-1 visa is a good option for a foreign company that that seeks to send an employee to work at an existing U.S. company. An L visa is also a good option for a foreign company trying to send…

IanScottNovember 11, 2014

Immigration

What is the Difference between a “Visa” and “Visa Status”?

What is a Visa? A visa is a travel document that is issued by a consulate to someone who wishes to visit the United States. A visa is placed in your passport and shows the Visa Type, such as F1,…

IanScottOctober 30, 2014

Approvals

E-2 Visa Approval at U.S. Consulate in Paris for Manufacturing & Distribution Company

Scott Legal, P.C. just received approval for an E-2 visa at the U.S. Consulate in Paris. The company set up operations in the U.S. and acted as the primary investor. Once the company was set up, the French company used…

IanScottOctober 30, 2014

Approvals

Ian E. Scott Now Featured in EB-5 Investors Magazine

We are pleased to announce that Ian E. Scott is now featured in EB-5 Investors Magazine. The EB-5 Investor Green Card Program is a Program that grants a Green Card to Investors who invest $500,000 or $1,000,000 in a business…

IanScottOctober 28, 2014

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Immigration

What is the Visa Waiver Program?

The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) allows people from certain countries to enter the United States without a visa in their passport. The visit must be for 90 days or less and you must be traveling for either business or tourism…

IanScottOctober 28, 2014

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

How Long Can an E-2 Visa be Issued For?

An E-2 visa is an investor visa that is issued to entrepreneurs who wish to start or buy a business in the U.S.. The investor must invest a certain amount of money in the U.S. (usually much greater than $50,000)…

IanScottOctober 21, 2014

Business & Corporate Contracts Business Entity Set-Up Raising Capital in the U.S.

Dissolution of Corporations: What to Do When the Start-Up or Business Venture Does Not Work

When you form a corporation, the last thing you are thinking about is dissolution. Regrettably though, some legal entities fail and the founders are faced with tough choices. These choices become tougher when the founders had previously convinced friends and…

IanScottOctober 17, 2014

EB-5 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

Can an EB-5 Investment be Based on a Loan or Gift?

An EB-5 Visa is an investor visa that requires an entrepreneur to invest either $800,000 or $1,050,000 of capital in the in the United States to either start a business or purchase one. The other significant requirement is that the…

IanScottOctober 11, 2014

E-2 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

The Three Types of E-2 Visas

An E-2 visa is a perfect visa for an individual or company who wants to start or purchase a business in the United States. In order to obtain the visa, the applicant must invest in a business in the United…

IanScottOctober 1, 2014

News

Ian E. Scott Selected as a Super Lawyer Rising Star by Thomson and Reuters

Ian E. Scott, Esq. was selected and named as a Super Lawyer Rising Star in Immigration Law by Thomson and Reuters. This honor is afforded to the top 2.5% of lawyers in any State and Mr. Scott was selected in…

IanScottSeptember 23, 2014

Family Immigration Immigration

Citizenship Requirements and What Are Your Options If Your Citizenship Application is Denied

There are several requirements that must be met in order to qualify for citizenship. In order to qualify, the applicant must be at least 18 years old at the time of filing and; Have been a permanent resident of the United…

IanScottSeptember 18, 2014

Approvals

Scott Legal, P.C. Wins Acquisition International 2014 Global Mobility & Immigration Award

Scott Legal, P.C. has won the 2014 Acquisition International Global Mobility & Immigration Award for outstanding service in New Business Entity Selection and Set Up. You can see our award by clicking here. The award recognizes law firms, financiers, relocation…

IanScottSeptember 4, 2014

EB-5 Visa Immigration Investor Visas

EB-5 Investor Green Card Visas Cap Hit for Chinese Nationals

The EB-5 Investor visa program is a program where foreign nationals can invest either $800,000 or $1,050,000 in a business and if certain criteria are met, the investor and his/her family can receive green cards. While there are several requirements…

IanScottSeptember 2, 2014

E-2 Visa Investor Visas

Does A Spouse of an E-2 Investor Visa Holder Require Employment Authorization

An E-2 Investor Visa is a visa option available to foreign nationals who want to start and manage a business in the United States. The visa requires a capital investment to either start or purchase a business and the amount…

IanScottSeptember 1, 2014

E-2 Visa Approval for Fashion Designer Business for Spanish National with Low Investment Amount

Who Has To Pay H-1B Fees? Does an Employer Have to Pay H-1B Fees?

Who Has To Pay Green Card Sponsorship Fees? Does an Employer Have to Pay PERM Fees? Does an Employer have to Pay Green Card Fees?

Scott Legal, P.C. sits on Columbia University Panel of How to Build a Successful Start-Up

What is New In Immigration Reform? The Start-up Act – What Does it Mean?

Scott Legal, P.C. obtains E-2 approval for National from Finland – E-2 For Investor from Finland

We Just Won the Clients’ Choice Award!

Is Surrogacy Legal in New York? – Can Parties Enter in to a Surrogacy Contract?

A List of Things That Every Business Owner Should Do At the End of 2014

A Summary of President Obama’s Immigration Executive Action

What are the Differences Between Extension of Stay, Change of Status and Adjustment of Status?

What is an L Visa & How Can I Use One To Start A Business In The U.S.?

What is the Difference between a “Visa” and “Visa Status”?

E-2 Visa Approval at U.S. Consulate in Paris for Manufacturing & Distribution Company

Ian E. Scott Now Featured in EB-5 Investors Magazine

What is the Visa Waiver Program?

How Long Can an E-2 Visa be Issued For?

Dissolution of Corporations: What to Do When the Start-Up or Business Venture Does Not Work

Can an EB-5 Investment be Based on a Loan or Gift?

The Three Types of E-2 Visas

Ian E. Scott Selected as a Super Lawyer Rising Star by Thomson and Reuters

Citizenship Requirements and What Are Your Options If Your Citizenship Application is Denied

Scott Legal, P.C. Wins Acquisition International 2014 Global Mobility & Immigration Award

EB-5 Investor Green Card Visas Cap Hit for Chinese Nationals

Does A Spouse of an E-2 Investor Visa Holder Require Employment Authorization

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