The immigration lawyers at Richards and Jurusik Immigration Law have decades of experience helping foreign nationals from all over the world work and live in the United States.
We provide comprehensive immigration support to individuals looking to work and live in the US, assisting with everything from temporary work visas to US permanent residency (Green Cards) and US Citizenship.
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Are you looking for a Temporary Work Visa? We can help.
Depending on your country of citizenship, education level, and employment opportunities, there are many possible employment-based nonimmigrant visa categories that provide temporary work authorization to work and live in the US.
H-1B Visas for Specialty Occupations, DOD Cooperative Research & Development Project Workers, and Fashion Models
Foreign nationals who wish to perform services in a specialty occupation, services of exceptional merit and ability relating to a Department of Defense (DOD) cooperative research and development project, or services as a fashion model of distinguished merit or ability, can apply for the H-1B Visa.
O-1 Visas for Individuals with Extraordinary Ability
Foreign nationals who possess extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics, or who have a demonstrated record of extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry and has been recognized nationally or internationally for those achievements, can apply for an O-1 Visa.
Other Temporary Work Visas
We also help foreign nationals with all other relevant temporary work visas, including:
- CW-1 Visas for CNMI-Only Transitional Workers (Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands)
- E-3 Visas for Specialty Occupation Workers from Australia
- H-1B1 Visas for Specialty Occupations from Chile & Singapore
- H-2A Visas for Temporary Agricultural Workers
- H-2B Visas for Temporary Non-Agricultural Workers
- H-3 Visas for Nonimmigrant Trainees or Special Education Exchange Visitors
- I Visas for Representatives of Foreign Media
- P-1A Visas for Athletes
- P-1B Visas for Members of an Internationally Recognized Entertainment Group
- P-2 Visas for Individual Performers or Part of a Group Entering to Perform Under a Reciprocal Exchange Program
- P-3 Visas for Artists or Entertainers Coming to Be Part of a Culturally Unique Program
- R-1 Visas for Nonimmigrant Religious Workers
International Traders & Investors
Do you have substantial trade or investments in the US? We can help.
If you are a foreign national from a country with which the US maintains a treaty of commerce, and you either conduct substantial trade with or have substantial investments in a new or existing enterprise in the United States, you may qualify for an E Visa.
E-1 Visas for Treaty Traders
Foreign businesses from treaty countries that conduct substantial trade with the United States are able to obtain an E-1 registration for their business that enables them to send qualifying employees to the US on E-1 Visas.
E-2 Visas for Treaty Investors
Foreign citizens and businesses from treaty countries with substantial investments in the United States are able to obtain an E-2 registration for their business that enables them to send qualifying employees to the US on E-2 Visas.
Business Owners
Looking to expand your business into the United States? We can help.
If you are a foreign company that has not yet established operations in the United States, you (or certain employees of your company) may qualify for an L-1 Visa.
L-1 Visas for Business Expansion into the United States
Foreign businesses that are looking to expand their footprint into the United States can do so under the L-1 Visa for Intracompany Transfers, which allows for the start-up of a new business and the transfer of qualifying employees to the US to establish, set up, manage, run, and/or work in the new office.
US Permanent Residence (Green Cards)
Looking for a Green Card through employment sponsorship? We can help.
If you’re a foreign national looking to live and work in the United States as a permanent resident, we can help.
A permanent resident is someone who has been granted authorization to live and work in the United States on a permanent basis. As proof of that status, a person is granted a permanent resident card, commonly called a “green card.” Take a look at the possible paths to permanent residence through employment for you.
Looking for a Green Card through US family sponsorship? We can help.
The US immigration system allows for the sponsorship of certain qualifying immediate family members of US citizens and US permanent residents.
If your spouse, parent, adult child, or adult sibling is a US citizen or US permanent resident, US permanent residency through a family member may be an option for you.
Green Cards for Spouses
If you are a Canadian citizen married to a US citizen, they can petition on your behalf for a green card and permanent residence.
Green Cards for Family
If you are a Canadian citizen and a qualifying family member of a US citizen or permanent resident, they can petition on your behalf for permanent residence.
K-1 Visas for Fiancés or Fiancées
If you are a Canadian citizen engaged to a US citizen, your fiancé or fiancée can petition on your behalf to obtain a K-1 Visa to enter the US for the purpose of marriage.
Immigrant & Non-immigrant Visa (NIV) Waivers
Are you an immigrant or non-immigrant that has been found to be inadmissible to the United States? We can help.
There are times when persons are found to be inadmissible to the United States for previous criminal arrests, misrepresentation, or fraud (among other reasons). The immigration laws allow for waivers of those inadmissibilities for both immigrant and non-immigrant reasons.
For persons that may only be seeking to enter the United States for a temporary non-immigrant purpose such as to visit, study, or work, their prior history may prevent them from being admitted into the United States. If you have been refused entry to the United States and have been found inadmissible, you might need a waiver.
Our Resources for Waivers
Understanding Visa Ineligibilities Under the Immigration and Nationality Act
Department of State Update: Israel Joins Visa Waiver Program
Understanding 9 FAM 305.3-3(A) – Crimes of Moral Turpitude and Waiver Provisions in the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA)
Deportation & Removal Defense
Are you facing removal or deportation from the United States? We can help.
Removal defense (formerly called “deportation defense”) involves representing and advocating for immigrants facing removal or deportation from the United States.
For many immigrants, the process involves appearing before an immigration judge in immigration court. While most immigrants cannot afford to have an attorney represent them in court, legal representation is sadly the single most important factor in determining whether someone will win—or lose—their case.
US Citizenship & Naturalization
Are you looking to become a US citizen? We can help.
Contact Richards and Jurusik Immigration Law today if you have questions about your eligibility for naturalization, or you are in need of assistance with the naturalization process. We routinely help qualifying persons apply for US citizenship—even attending interviews with our clients.
Citizenship can be obtained through birth in the US, birth to a US citizen, or through naturalization. In some cases, you might already be a US citizen.
Do I qualify for US Citizenship?
Find out whether you meet the requirements to apply for US citizenship.
How do I apply for US citizenship?
Learn about USCIS Form N-400, which is used to apply for US citizenship through naturalization.
Can you help me apply for US citizenship?
Richards and Jurusik have extensive experience helping people like you apply for US citizenship.
Affirmative Asylum
Are you looking to apply for asylum in the United States? We can help.
Many people around the world have to flee their countries of birth due to being targeted because of their race, nationality, political opinion, or being a part of a particular group of people.
If you are in the United States, you can apply for protection in the form of an application for affirmative asylum.
Board of Immigration Appeals
Are you seeking assistance with your Board of Immigration Appeals case? We can help.
The Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA or Board) is the highest administrative body for interpreting and applying United States immigration laws.
In general, the BIA reviews appeals from certain decisions that Immigration Judges and district directors of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issue, ensuring that the immigration laws receive a fair and uniform application. Filing an appeal with the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) is a crucial step for many noncitizens facing removal because it is the last opportunity to obtain a favorable decision from the Executive Office for Immigration Review.
Our Immigration Resources
Understanding Visa Ineligibilities Under the Immigration and Nationality Act
Department of State Update: Israel Joins Visa Waiver Program
L1 Visa Approved for a Towing Company
Important Update: USCIS Eliminates Biometric Services Fee for Form I-539 Applicants Effective October 1
The Timeline and Essentials of Acquiring a Social Security Number
Understanding Layoffs and Their Influence on the Green Card Application Process for PERM
E-2 Visa Approval for Real Estate and Property Management Company
Does the TN Visa Mandate a Salary or Minimum Wage?
Understanding the Role of Form I-797, Notice of Action, for Permanent Residents with Expired PRCs