Immigration Services

Tafapolsky and Smith’s experienced legal professionals provide effective, efficient, and timely Immigration Services including nonimmigrant (temporary) visas, permanent residency, consular services, citizenship and naturalization services, and outbound visa services.

The information provided here is to be used as a general guide and should not be construed as legal advice. Please contact us regarding your particular immigration needs and concerns.

Nonimmigrant (Temporary) Visas

Nonimmigrant visas allow a foreign national employee to enter the United States and engage in authorized employment for a specific employer and for a specified period of time. Common nonimmigrant visa categories include:

• H-1B Visas for Specialty Occupation Workers
• H-2B Visas for Temporary workers
• L-1A and L-1B Visas and Blanket L Petitions for Intra-company Transferees
• O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visas for Scientists, Researchers, Artists, Athletes and Others
• TN-NAFTA Visas
• E-1 and E-2 Treaty Investor and Trader Visas
• E-3 Australian Professional Visas
• Business Visitor Visas  and the Visa Waiver Program

Permanent Residency (Green Card)

• PERM Labor Certification
• Multinational Managers and Executives
• Extraordinary Ability Visas
• Outstanding Researcher Visas
• National Interest Waivers

Consular Services

Tafapolsky & Smith offers unique expertise and direct assistance with obtaining visa services at U.S. consular posts worldwide through an extensive knowledge base and network of contacts throughout the Department of State.  Our services include:

• Nonimmigrant Visa Services 
• Immigrant Visa Services 
• Special Services for resolving specific issues  

Citizenship and Naturalization Services

Tafapolsky & Smith offers unique expertise and specialized assistance for clients wishing to apply for, obtain, and retain or recover United States citizenship.  Our services include:

• Citizenship Services  
  
• Naturalization Services 

Outbound Visa Services

Tafapolsky & Smith teams with experienced professionals in key countries around the globe to provide outbound visa services on an as needed basis.  Please contact your attorney for more information on outbound visa services.