Denver, Colorado H1B Visa Attorney
For information about temporary business visas, such as the H1B visa, e-mail or call an immigration lawyer at the Law Firm of Timothy R. Bakken at (303) 293-1963.
H1B visas are issued to foreign individuals in specialty occupations. To qualify for an H1B visa, you will need employer sponsorship. In recent years, the number of visas available for H1B professionals has decreased.
Located in Denver, Colorado, immigration attorney Timothy R. Bakken can help you evaluate your situation and your options. We can analyze your qualifications and discuss whether an alternative option may provide you with a better opportunity for a work visa.
Also, if you are already in the United States and working under an H1B visa, we can help you with your renewal or discuss options for obtaining permanent residency through a green card.
We have been helping immigrant workers come to the United States for more than 15 years. We welcome questions, and we listen to you and your goals. We then work with you to develop the best strategy for achieving those goals.
For additional information about us, and the benefits of retaining our services, please visit our Firm Overview page.
United States H1B Visa Options and Alternatives
Because of Cap issues (the number of H1B visas allowed by Congress), many qualified immigrants are forced to seek other avenues for entry into the United States to work. H1B visa Cap options and alternatives may include the following:
H1B employer exemptions: Certain occupations and employers are exempt from the Cap limitations placed on H1B visas, including a higher education (or a related or affiliated nonprofit entity) and a nonprofit research organization or governmental research organization.
H1B advanced degree exemption: Each year 20,000 immigrants with advanced degrees from accredited U.S. institutions will also be exempt from the Cap limitations on H1B visas.
Other alternatives may also be available, including:
- E2 Foreign Investor Visa
- O Extraordinary Ability Visa
- P Artists, Entertainers and Athletes Visa
- L1 Multinational Transfers
- TN Visa and NAFTA
Contact an Experienced Immigration and H1B Visa Lawyer Today!
To schedule your confidential consultation with an experienced immigration attorney e-mail us (we respond quickly to e-mails) or call us at (303) 293-1963. We offer initial consultations for a fee to discuss your H1B visa eligibility or other immigration matters.
