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Hickory Hills
Employment-Based Immigration Lawyers

Finding the right talent or advancing your own career in the United States often depends on securing the right visa. Whether you’re an employer seeking skilled workers or a professional pursuing better opportunities, employment-based immigration is a powerful but complex path forward. At Ibrahim Law Global, we help individuals and businesses navigate these processes with clarity, strategy, and precision.

Our legal team serves clients across Hickory Hills and the greater area, offering honest advice and hands-on support at every stage of the visa or green card process. If you’re looking to hire foreign talent, transfer executives, or immigrate based on your skills, we’re here to guide you.

Call now for help: 708-584-3043

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Employment-Based Immigration Services We Offer

Employment-based immigration encompasses a wide range of visa categories designed to meet the needs of U.S. businesses and highly skilled workers from around the world. The requirements, processing timelines, and eligibility criteria vary greatly depending on the visa type. At Ibrahim Law Global, we help clients determine the right fit, prepare strong applications, and avoid costly mistakes that can derail progress.

We routinely assist with the following:

  • H-1B Visa (Specialty Occupations)
    The H-1B visa allows U.S. employers to temporarily employ foreign professionals in specialty occupations such as IT, engineering, finance, and healthcare. These positions generally require at least a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent. We help employers with everything from the Labor Condition Application (LCA) to the full petition, while also advising workers on the visa process, extensions, and potential transitions to permanent residency.
  • EB-2 & EB-3 Employment-Based Green Cards
    Professionals with advanced degrees or exceptional abilities (EB-2) and skilled or unskilled workers (EB-3) may be eligible for employment-based green cards. These immigrant visas offer a path to permanent residency but require thorough documentation and labor certification (PERM) in most cases. We work with both employers and employees to streamline the process, prepare required filings, and manage timelines effectively.
  • L-1 Visa (Intra-Company Transfers)
    The L-1 visa is ideal for multinational companies that need to transfer executives, managers, or employees with specialized knowledge to a U.S. office. Whether you’re a large corporation or a growing business, we guide you through L-1A and L-1B classifications and help you present the strongest case possible to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
  • Business Visas (Immigrant & Non-Immigrant)
    We help entrepreneurs, investors, and business professionals secure the appropriate visa based on their goals—whether short-term or permanent.

    • Non-immigrant options include B-1 visas for temporary business visits, which can be used for attending meetings, signing contracts, or exploring investment opportunities.
    • Immigrant options (like the EB-5 investor visa) provide a route to permanent residency through significant investment and job creation in the U.S. economy.

How We Help With Employment-Based Immigration

At Ibrahim Law Global, we don’t just complete forms; we strategize, advise, and advocate. We know how high the stakes are when careers and businesses are on the line. Our team takes time to understand your situation and recommend the best path forward, whether that’s pursuing a temporary visa, building a green card case, or resolving complications along the way.

Here’s how we support clients:

  • Determine the most suitable visa based on your business needs or career goals
  • Prepare and file all required applications, petitions, and supporting documents
  • Guide you through labor certifications, USCIS interviews, and consular processing
  • Respond to Requests for Evidence (RFEs) and resolve potential roadblocks
  • Advise on transitions between visa categories or toward permanent residency
  • Maintain clear, responsive communication from start to finish

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between an H-1B and a Green Card?

The H-1B is a temporary work visa. A green card (via EB-2 or EB-3) provides permanent residency. Many H-1B holders eventually apply for employment-based green cards.

What is the PERM process?

PERM is the Department of Labor’s labor certification process. It’s required for most EB-2 and EB-3 green cards and ensures no qualified U.S. workers are available for the job.

Can a small business sponsor an H-1B or green card?

Yes—but it must meet specific legal and financial requirements. We help small businesses prepare strong, compliant sponsorship cases.

What is an L-1 visa and who qualifies?

An L-1 is for employees of international companies being transferred to a U.S. office. Eligibility depends on your role, duration of employment, and company structure.

How long does the employment-based visa process take?

Timelines vary widely. H-1B visas follow an annual cap cycle. Green cards can take months or years depending on your category and country of origin.

Can I change employers on a work visa?

It depends on the visa type. H-1B visa holders can switch employers with proper filings. L-1 visas are company-specific and do not allow transfers.

Do I need a job offer to get a green card?

Usually, yes. However, EB-2 National Interest Waivers or EB-1 cases may not require a job offer. We can help assess your eligibility.

Can I apply for a business visa if I want to open a company in the U.S.?

Possibly. There are visa categories for entrepreneurs and investors, like the E-2 and EB-5. Each has specific investment and business requirements.

Contact Ibrahim Law Global for Employment-Based Immigration Help

Your business, career, and future deserve thoughtful, strategic legal guidance. At Ibrahim Law Global, we help professionals and companies across Hickory Hills pursue opportunity in the U.S. through reliable, compliant immigration solutions.

Call 708-323-2508 today to schedule your consultation