H1B Visa Lawyer Blog

January 10, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – 1/10/25

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

I would like to work part time 2-4 Saturdays or any off days during the week, is that possible on a concurrent visa? Yes, it is possible to work part time for another H-1B employer through the filing of a concurrent H-1B petition. The part-time concurrent H-1B filing would need to be filed PRIOR to you starting the part-time employment. To ensure that you can successfully maintain your existing employment and the part-time concurrent employment, it is advisable that you schedule a consultation with an Immigration Lawyer at MVP Law Group.
Can I upgrade a pending I-765 for a STEM OPT to premium processing? Yes, you may upgrade your pending I-765 to premium processing to obtain a decision on your STEM OPT within 30 business days of the USCIS receiving your Form I-907, Request for Premium Processing. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office to schedule a consultation.

January 8, 2025

USCIS Offices will be Closed on January 9 in Remembrance of Former President Carter!

by Kellie N. Lego

USCIS Offices will be closed on Thursday, January 9, 2025, in Remembrance of Former President Carter who passed away on December 29, 2024! President Biden has declared Thursday as a Day of Remembrance and ordered all Federal Executive Branch offices closed!

For more detailed information, review the USCIS News Alert, “USCIS Offices Closed Jan. 9, 2025”!

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January 7, 2025

President Biden closing the Federal Government on January 9. 2025, as a day of National Mourning!

by Kellie N. Lego

President Biden has ordered that all Executive Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government to be closed on Thursday, January 9th, as a National Day of Mourning for James Earl Carter Jr., the 39th president of the United States! President Carter passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at the age of 100!

For more detailed information, review the White House Presidential Actions, “Executive Order Providing for the Closing of Executive Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government on January 9, 2025”!

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January 6, 2025

MVP “Immigration Q & A Forum” – This Friday, January 10, 2025

by Kellie N. Lego

We wanted to find a new way to engage our reader base. Every other Friday, we will post the ten (10) best/most frequently asked questions received during the week from our h1bvisalawyerblog, Facebook, and Twitter readers. We will answer those questions and provide the Q&A on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

If you have a burning question, are seeking assistance with a difficult immigration related case, wish to discuss your views on Comprehensive Immigration Reform, DREAMers, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, priority dates, the monthly visa bulletin, adjustment applications, etc., please contact us by submitting your question/comment/viewpoint in our comment box provided on our H-1B Visa Lawyer Blog.

Our next “Q & A Forum” will take place this Friday, January 10, 2025. Act now and submit your questions!

January 3, 2025

Archive – Holiday Post – Immigration Q&A Forum – Originally posted 11/22/24

by Kellie N. Lego

This blog entry was originally posted on 11/22/24. We here at the MVP Law Group would like to wish every one of our blog readers Happy Holidays!

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

1. I have TPS and I’m worried about what will happen to it under the Trump Administration. Is TPS safe?

January 2, 2025

Archive – Holiday Post – Immigration Q&A Forum – Originally posted 11/8/24

by Kellie N. Lego

This blog entry was originally posted on 11/8/24. We here at the MVP Law Group would like to wish every one of our blog readers Happy Holidays!

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

1) Who is an H-1B CAP Exempt employer?

December 31, 2024

Archive – Holiday Post – Immigration Q&A Forum – Originally posted 10/25/24

by Kellie N. Lego

This blog entry was originally posted on 10/25/24. We here at the MVP Law Group would like to wish every one of our blog readers Happy Holidays!

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

What is an L1A nonimmigrant visa and how long is an L1A visa granted for?

December 30, 2024

Archive – Holiday Post – Immigration Q&A Forum – Originally posted 6/7/24

by Kellie N. Lego

This blog entry was originally posted on 6/7/24. We here at the MVP Law Group would like to wish every one of our blog readers Happy Holidays!

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

Do I have to work full time on an H-1B, or may I work part time? No, you may work full-time or part-time. There is no rule as to the minimum number of hours. Working less than 35 hours per week will result in part-time employment. Pay close attention to what has been marked on your Certified Labor Condition Application (LCA) and Form I-129, page 5, regarding your full time or part time status.

December 27, 2024

Archive – Holiday Post – Immigration Q&A Forum – Originally posted 5/10/24

by Kellie N. Lego

This blog entry was originally posted on 5/10/24. We here at the MVP Law Group would like to wish every one of our blog readers Happy Holidays!

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

1- How long is it taking to get a final prevailing wage determination from the DOL? On average, 206+ days to receive a final prevailing wage determination back from the DOL after submission.

December 26, 2024

Archive – Holiday Post – Immigration Q&A Forum – Originally posted 4/26/24

by Kellie N. Lego

This blog entry was originally posted on 4/26/24. We here at the MVP Law Group would like to wish every one of our blog readers Happy Holidays!

MVP Law Group, P.A. makes available the information and materials in this forum for informational purposes only. The information is general in nature and does not constitute legal advice or any contractual obligations. Further, the use of this site, and the sending or receipt of this information, does not create an attorney-client relationship between us. Therefore, your communication with us through this forum will not be considered as privileged or confidential.

I was not selected in the H-1B CAP lottery process. Am I eligible for the TN visa? There may be several options available to you, you should schedule a consultation with an experienced Immigration Attorney to go through each of your options. First and foremost, the USCIS may conduct a 2^nd random lottery selection process sometime in the summer if they do not receive enough filings from those selected in the initial registration process. If not selected in the lottery process, there are a plethora of other nonimmigrant visa options that may be available to you.