Immigration for Entrepreneurs: Solutions for Founders, Startups, and Small Businesses
Visas, H-1B Transfers, Permanent Residency, Immigration Policy Creation and Compliance
Recording of a 90-minute CLE video webinar with Q&A
This CLE webinar will provide counsel with an overview of the legal landscape as it applies to entrepreneurs who seek lawful immigration status in connection with establishing, owning, or continuing a startup or small business in the United States. The program will focus on the various options and programs available to such entrepreneurs as well as to family members and key employees.
Outline
- Understanding the U.S. immigration legal landscape
- U.S. immigration options and considerations
- Founders and entrepreneurs
- Key employees
- Family members
- Creating a long-term immigration policy for a startup or small business
- Compliance considerations
- Best practices
Benefits
The panel will review these and other key issues:
- What are the most significant legal challenges and hurdles facing international founders and entrepreneurs seeking work visas for themselves, family members, and key employees?
- What are the primary work visa options, and what are the eligibility requirements associated with each?
- What compliance considerations and best practices should counsel keep in mind when creating a long-term immigration policy for a startup or small business?
Faculty
Vanessa Olivar
Principal Attorney
Alcorn Immigration Law
Ms. Olivar is a seasoned immigration lawyer specializing in business immigration across diverse industries, including... | Read More
Ms. Olivar is a seasoned immigration lawyer specializing in business immigration across diverse industries, including information technology, biotechnology, life sciences, manufacturing, big tech, and healthcare. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Foreign Affairs and Philosophy from the University of Virginia and obtained her J.D. from George Mason University School of Law (now Antonin Scalia Law School). Ms. Olivar's comprehensive knowledge and dedication make her a valuable asset in navigating complex immigration matters.
CloseKellen Powell
Principal Attorney
Alcorn Immigration Law
With over a decade of experience in immigration law, Mr. Powell excels in handling PERM filings and non-immigrant... | Read More
With over a decade of experience in immigration law, Mr. Powell excels in handling PERM filings and non-immigrant visas, achieving consistent success for his clients. He holds a Juris Doctor from the University of Oklahoma College of Law and is a member of the State Bar of Texas and the American Immigration Lawyers Association.
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