Florida & New York Employment-Based Visa Attorneys
Trusted Immigration Lawyers for Work Visas in the U.S.
Immigration is complicated. Even if you are just trying to obtain a visa, the process can be arduous. If you are applying for an employment-based visa, hire a team with both personal and professional experience to help. At The Sekou Clarke Law Group, we have a unique, first-hand perspective on this area of law because we are immigrants ourselves. Our personal experience on “the other side” of immigration makes us extremely compassionate and understanding towards our clients. We know that every situation is different, so we make an effort to tailor every case.
Call (407) 269-8774 or contact our firm online to speak with a Florida & New York immigration attorney at our firm. We speak Portuguese, French, Haitian Creole and English.
Types of Employment Visas in the United States
The American government encourages skilled workers to come to the U.S. if they bring value to the economy. Eligible people can apply for a temporary visa or a permanent visa.
Overview of Temporary Employment-Based Visas
Each temporary visa comes with its own time limit. In most cases, temporary workers have very limited ability to change jobs.
The most common temporary visas include:
H-1B Visas
- This visa is commonly issued to foreigners with specialty occupations.
H-2B Visas for Seasonal Workers
- This visa allows seasonal, non-agricultural temporary workers to come to the U.S.
H-2A Visas for Agricultural Workers
- This visa is reserved for temporary agricultural workers that are from certain countries
L-1A and L-1B Visas for Intra-Company Transfers
- These visas are for employees of foreign companies with U.S. relations and are used when the employee's services are needed in the United States
Do Temporary Employment Visas Allow for Family Members to Come to the U.S.?
All of the visas listed above allow the immigrant to bring a spouse and any children under the age of 21 to the U.S. If a visa holder is fired from his or her job, this may terminate their status, meaning that they have to return to their home country.
Permanent Employment Visas
To obtain a permanent employment visa:
- An employer will need to petition on your behalf - In most cases, the employer needs certification from the Department of Labor to prove that there were no U.S. citizens that were willing, qualified, and able to take the job at an acceptable wage.
- After gaining certification, your employer will need to request your permanent worker status with the USCIS. In many cases, immigrants come over as temporary workers and receive an adjustment of status.
Permanent residents are also known as green card holders and can apply for U.S. citizenship after five years.
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"A miracle worker."The Sekou Clarke Law Group did everything and more to help. They are truly miracle workers.- Denise
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"Professional and reassuring service."The Sekou Clarke Law Group made the process seem quick and easy. The professionalism and communication were excellent. All our questions were answered, and we were reassured when we had doubts. Definitely recommend this law group.- Sasha C
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"I am comfortable where I am because of his professional guidance."The best move I ever made was to consult Mr. Clarke on my immigration matter. I am comfortable where I am because of his professional guidance.- Stephen M.
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"Mr. Clarke will drop anything to help a client in distress, and that's why I have him in my speed dial"It's good to have one reliable lawyer at your disposal. Mr. Clarke will drop anything to help a client in distress, and that's why I have him in my speed dial. Mr. Sekou has no limitations on the number of aliens in one case. Whatever the number, he will serve you to the best of his ability. Some law firms put a certain limit, thereby making it almost impossible to get the help one really needs.- Wanjiku N.
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"A few weeks later I was released and now I'm adjusting my status to become a Permanent resident."I was detained by ICE few months ago and was placed in removal proceedings. My family and I reached out to several law firms and they all rejected my case because of the charges that I had. Subsequently with my last hope of having any lawyer representation my family contacted Mr. Sekou Clarke and he immediately said Yes!!! A few weeks later I was released and now I'm adjusting my status to become a Permanent resident. Thanks to Mr. Clarke and his remarkable team- Desmond J.
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"Mr Clarke very professional lawyer he represented me and a couple of family and friends would recomend him to anyone who wants real honest professional help."Mr Clarke very professional lawyer he represented me and a couple of family and friends would recomend him to anyone who wants real honest professional help.- Former Client
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"I would recommend him to anyone."Sekou immediately after our first meeting put my mind at ease giving me hope while going through a difficult time in my life, while keeping constant communication with me and giving me words of encouragement at the same time he was able to handle my auto a- John
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"I would recommend him to anyone in Central Florida."He kept me informed of every step that was taken to successfully complete my divorce.- Racquel