Growth and opportunity are driving factors behind today’s global landscape. The prevalence of crossing borders to gain a competitive edge, sustain profitability or realize personal goals has resulted in a critical need for immigration counsel. Whether it is a multi-national corporation, a start-up company or an individual seeking a successful, rewarding career, Fowler White recognizes the unique prospects offered in the U.S. and abroad and provides comprehensive immigration services.
Our attorneys have a thorough understanding of the legal, political and business context in which immigration concerns arise. We work closely with businesses and individuals as they contend with complex regulations, evolving statutes and legislation and increased government scrutiny. The Immigration Group applies its more than 25 years of experience to analyze and resolve immigration-related issues, while remaining mindful of emerging developments that may affect a client’s interests.
Fowler White’s multi-lingual attorneys — fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, French, German and Japanese — regularly travel to visit clients throughout the U.S.
Employer-based Immigration
Corporate compliance: Under the watchful eye of the U.S. government, businesses must take appropriate measures to ensure proper employee authorization and verification. Fowler White protects its corporate clients by reviewing I-9 forms, preparing the necessary documents for any audits and developing an effective strategy to comply with all worksite enforcement actions.
In addition, Fowler White assists clients in drafting PERM labor certification applications which require a higher level of involvement from employers and well-supported applications.
Non-immigrant visas — for those employers seeking worker status for a specific period of time and purpose:
- Intra-company transfers and multi-national workers (L-1A and L-1B)
- Professional and skilled workers (H-1B and H-2B)
- Traders & investors (E-1 and E-2)
- Temporary workers (H-2A and H-2B)
- Trainees (J-1 and H-3)
- NAFTA (B-1/TN)
- Extraordinary ability aliens, including athletes, artists and performers (O-1 and O-2, P-1 and P-2)
- Temporary religious workers (R-1)
- Consular processing
Immigrant visas — for foreign nationals seeking to live and work in the U.S. for an indefinite period of time:
- Extraordinary ability aliens (EB-1)
- Exceptional ability aliens (EB-2)
- Multi-national executives and managers
- Investors ($1 million or more in commercial enterprise)
- PERM green card and naturalization
Family-based Immigration
Fowler White’s Immigration Group assists individuals and families with immigration-related issues such as employment, investment and residency. With current immigration guidelines, one application mistake can result in a life-changing outcome. Our attorneys give each matter the attention it deserves.
Citizenship and Naturalization
Becoming a U.S. citizen is a privilege enthusiastically supported by our firm. We guide clients through the citizenship and naturalization process. We review their eligibility, and provide direction and application management. In addition, the Immigration Group provides counsel regarding the various issues related to citizenship and naturalization, including dual citizenship, claims to U.S. citizenship, renunciation of U.S. citizenship and tax consequences.