Comprehensive federal immigration representation — from specialty visas to employment-based green cards
The cornerstone of professional work authorization in the U.S.
The H-1B is a nonimmigrant visa that allows U.S. employers to temporarily employ foreign workers in specialty occupations — roles that require at least a bachelor's degree or equivalent in a specific field. It is the most widely used work visa for professionals including engineers, software developers, financial analysts, architects, physicians, and more.
Already in H-1B status? Seth handles extensions, employer transfers (portability), and amendments efficiently — ensuring continuity of your work authorization without gaps.
Drawing on his background as a former public defender, Seth builds every H-1B petition to withstand scrutiny. He anticipates USCIS Requests for Evidence (RFEs) before they happen and crafts legal arguments that clearly establish specialty occupation status — giving each petition its strongest possible foundation.
Seth's core specialization — the self-petition path to a green card.
The EB-2 National Interest Waiver is an employment-based, second-preference immigrant visa that allows qualifying foreign nationals to petition for a green card without a job offer or employer sponsor. USCIS grants the waiver when an individual's work is deemed to be in the national interest of the United States.
To qualify for an EB-2 NIW, a petitioner must satisfy the three-part Matter of Dhanasar framework:
Typical applicants include physicians, researchers, engineers, scientists, aviation professionals, entrepreneurs, and academics.
The NIW is Seth's signature practice area. He has developed a systematic approach to building NIW petitions: identifying the most compelling framing of the proposed endeavor, assembling robust evidentiary packages, and crafting persuasive legal arguments that speak directly to the Dhanasar criteria. The adversarial mindset of a former public defender — anticipating the government's skepticism and pre-emptively defeating it — is precisely what an NIW petition demands.
Priority worker green cards for those at the top of their field.
The EB-1A is a first-preference employment-based immigrant visa for individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics. Like the NIW, it requires no employer sponsor — but it demands a higher evidentiary standard: sustained national or international acclaim.
To qualify, a petitioner must either receive a major, internationally recognized award (such as a Nobel Prize) or satisfy at least three of ten regulatory criteria, including:
Seth evaluates each client's profile against the ten criteria and identifies the most powerful combination of evidence. He crafts legal arguments that connect the dots between your achievements and the extraordinary ability standard — preempting USCIS's common objections before they arise.
A specialized practice area — immigration law built for the aviation industry.
Aviation immigration is a specialized intersection of U.S. immigration law and the unique regulatory and employment environment of the aviation industry. Commercial pilots, first officers, flight engineers, and other aviation professionals face immigration challenges that require an attorney who understands both the legal requirements and the operational realities of the industry.
Depending on the situation, aviation professionals may pursue H-1B (specialty occupation), O-1 (extraordinary ability), TN (Canadian/Mexican nationals under USMCA), or employment-based green card pathways including EB-2 NIW and EB-1A. Seth evaluates each pilot's or aviation professional's credentials to identify the optimal path.
Aviation immigration is one of Seth's signature practice areas — a field where few immigration attorneys have developed genuine depth. He understands the licensing requirements, the operational demands of aviation employers, and the legal frameworks that govern work authorization for flight professionals. This expertise means fewer delays, stronger petitions, and a smoother process for pilots and aviation companies alike.
Helping families navigate the path to permanent residence together.
Family-based immigration allows U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (green card holders) to petition for certain family members to immigrate to the United States. It is one of the most common paths to permanent residence and encompasses both immediate relative petitions and preference category family visas.
Family-based immigration typically involves filing an I-130 petition, waiting for visa availability (if applicable), and then completing either adjustment of status (if in the U.S.) or consular processing abroad. Seth guides clients through every step, ensuring that paperwork is complete, timelines are managed, and each stage moves as efficiently as possible.
Family immigration cases can involve complexity — prior visa violations, prior removal orders, joint financial requirements, or complicated family circumstances. Seth's thorough case-building approach ensures that potential issues are identified and addressed proactively, not discovered by a government officer mid-process.
Specialized visas for exceptional individuals, intracompany transfers, and investors.
The O-1 is a nonimmigrant visa for individuals with extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics (O-1A), or extraordinary achievement in the motion picture or television industry (O-1B). Unlike the EB-1A green card, the O-1 is a temporary work visa — but it is an excellent option for those who need immediate work authorization while pursuing a permanent residence pathway.
The L-1 allows multinational companies to transfer qualifying employees from a foreign affiliate to the U.S. The L-1A is for managers and executives (and can lead to an EB-1C green card); the L-1B is for workers with specialized knowledge. Seth assists both employers structuring L-1 programs and individual employees navigating the process.
The E-2 visa allows nationals of treaty countries to enter the U.S. to invest in and direct a business. It requires a substantial investment and that the enterprise generate income beyond what is needed to support the investor's family. The E-2 is renewable indefinitely as long as the business continues to qualify — making it a practical long-term option for many investors.
The EB-5 program offers a green card to foreign nationals who invest a minimum of $1,050,000 (or $800,000 in targeted employment areas) in a new commercial enterprise that creates at least 10 full-time jobs for U.S. workers. Seth guides investors through the complex compliance requirements, source-of-funds documentation, and USCIS petition process.