The EB-1A visa is for individuals with extraordinary ability in science, arts, education, business, or athletics. You must demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim through awards, publications, high salary, judging others' work, or other evidence. No employer sponsor is required — you can self-petition.

The EB-2 NIW allows individuals with advanced degrees or exceptional ability to obtain a green card without an employer sponsor if their work benefits the U.S. national interest. You must show your work has substantial merit and national importance, you are well-positioned to advance it, and it would benefit the U.S. to waive the job offer requirement.

The O-1A is a nonimmigrant visa for individuals with extraordinary ability in business, science, education, or athletics. It requires an employer or agent sponsor and allows you to work temporarily in the U.S. It can be renewed indefinitely and is often used as a stepping stone to an EB-1A green card.

PERM (Program Electronic Review Management) is the process an employer must complete before sponsoring a foreign worker for an employment-based green card in most categories. The employer must prove that no qualified U.S. workers are available for the position by conducting a recruitment process and filing with the Department of Labor.

EB-1A requires proof of extraordinary ability — the very top of your field — through sustained national or international acclaim. EB-2 NIW has a lower bar, requiring advanced degree or exceptional ability, plus proof that your work serves the national interest. EB-1A typically has priority date advantages and no PERM requirement; NIW also waives PERM but may have longer wait times in some categories.

Yes. Many H-1B holders pursue green cards through employer sponsorship (EB-2 or EB-3 with PERM) or self-petition routes like EB-1A or EB-2 NIW. You can remain on H-1B status while your green card application is pending. Attorney Shair can help you develop the best dual-track strategy.

If you are a U.S. citizen, you can file an Immediate Relative petition (IR-1/CR-1) for your foreign spouse — there is no annual cap and processing is generally faster. If you are a lawful permanent resident, you file under the F2A preference category, which has annual limits and longer wait times. Attorney Shair can guide you through the entire process from petition to consular processing or adjustment of status.

A K-1 visa allows a U.S. citizen's foreign fiancé(e) to enter the United States for 90 days to get married. After marriage, the foreign national can apply to adjust their status to a green card. You must prove a bona fide relationship and intent to marry within 90 days of entry. The process typically takes 6–12 months.

Yes — U.S. citizens can petition for their parents as Immediate Relatives (IR-5). There is no annual cap, which means faster processing. You must be at least 21 years old and demonstrate sufficient income to support them. Green card holders cannot sponsor parents; only U.S. citizens can.

Under INA Section 204(l), a pending or approved petition may survive the death of the petitioner if the beneficiary was residing in the United States when the petitioner died and continues to reside in the U.S. A substitute sponsor who meets income requirements must be found. This is a complex area — contact Attorney Shair immediately if this situation arises.

Immediate Relatives of U.S. citizens (spouse, minor children, parents) have no annual cap and typically take 12–24 months. Other family preference categories (adult children, siblings) can take many years depending on the applicant's country of birth and priority date. Attorney Shair will give you a realistic estimate based on your specific situation.

A removal proceeding is a formal legal process initiated by the U.S. government to deport a non-citizen from the United States. It takes place in immigration court before an immigration judge. You have the right to an attorney (at your own expense) and the opportunity to present defenses. Attorney Shair provides aggressive deportation defense to protect your right to remain in the U.S.

Yes — even with a final order of removal, there may still be legal options available. These include motions to reopen or reconsider, appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), petitions for review to the federal circuit courts, and applications for relief such as cancellation of removal, withholding, or CAT protection. Time is critical — contact us immediately.

You may qualify for asylum if you have suffered persecution or have a well-founded fear of persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion. You must apply within one year of arriving in the U.S. unless you qualify for an exception. Attorney Shair can evaluate your case and help you build the strongest possible asylum claim.

Cancellation of Removal is a form of relief available to certain non-citizens in removal proceedings. For permanent residents, you need 5 years of permanent residence, 7 years of continuous residence, and no aggravated felony conviction. For non-permanent residents, you need 10 years of continuous presence, good moral character, and proof that removal would cause exceptional hardship to a qualifying U.S. citizen or LPR family member.

The I-601 waiver (Application for Waiver of Grounds of Inadmissibility) is used to waive certain grounds of inadmissibility such as unlawful presence bars or certain criminal grounds. The I-212 waiver (Application for Permission to Reapply) is for individuals who have been previously removed and wish to return to the U.S. These waivers require demonstrating extreme hardship to qualifying U.S. citizen or permanent resident family members.

Your initial consultation with Attorney Shair is completely free. We believe everyone deserves to understand their legal options before making any financial commitment. Call (877) 808-8666 or book online to get started — no charge, no obligation.

Attorney fees vary depending on the type and complexity of your case. We offer flat fee arrangements for most immigration matters so you know exactly what to expect. USCIS filing fees are separate from attorney fees. During your free consultation, Attorney Shair will explain all costs clearly and transparently before you make any commitment.

After your free consultation and engagement, we follow a clear 4-step process: (1) Free consultation and case evaluation, (2) Case review and strategy development tailored to your goals, (3) Document preparation and filing with USCIS or immigration court, (4) Follow-up through resolution and beyond. You will always know exactly where your case stands.

You will work directly with Attorney Shair — not a paralegal or assistant. You can reach us by phone at (877) 808-8666, by email at mzshair@gmail.com, or via WhatsApp. We respond promptly and keep you informed at every stage of your case.

Required documents vary by case type. Generally, you will need a valid passport, any existing visa or immigration documents, I-94 travel records, prior USCIS notices or decisions, and documents supporting your specific petition (employment records, family documents, etc.). Attorney Shair will provide a complete customized checklist after your consultation.