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How We Help
It's easy to overlook the complexities of immigration during the hiring process, especially when your recruiters are excited about a fantastic candidate with an ambiguous immigration status.
Even companies that don't routinely sponsor immigrant workers may find themselves with an unexpected immigration challenge involving a longtime or newly hired employee.
At Locke Immigration Law, we assess your situation and identify the best immigration pathway to get your employee properly authorized—whether it's a work permit expiring soon, an H-1B lottery miss, or an I-9 compliance issue.
Common Scenarios We Handle
Expiring OPT Work Permits
Your recent graduate's OPT is about to expire. We evaluate STEM OPT eligibility, complete the I-983 Training Plan, and manage the extension process.
H-1B Lottery Misses
Your employee entered the H-1B lottery but wasn't selected. We identify alternative visa pathways to keep them working—O-1, cap-exempt options, or other strategies.
Porting a Green Card Process
Your new hire has a pending green card from a previous employer. We ensure the job qualifies as 'same or similar' and manage the I-485 supplement filing.
I-9 and E-Verify Issues
You've received a tentative nonconfirmation from E-Verify or discovered document issues. We guide you through compliance requirements and resolution.
H-1B Transfers
You want to hire a candidate currently on H-1B with another employer—often inside their 60-day grace period after a layoff. We handle the H-1B transfer petition end-to-end, even if you've never sponsored a worker before.
Results, Credentials, Press
“By far the best immigration lawyer I have ever worked with. Loren was honest and realistic, went above and beyond what I would expect a lawyer's role to be, and has a willingness to do what it takes to help her clients.”
Sudarshan S. — Google Review ★★★★★
Loren Locke
Managing Attorney
Former U.S. consular officer in Matamoros, Mexico — adjudicated some 12,000 visa applications before founding Locke Immigration Law.
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Adjudicated 12,000+ visas at the U.S. Consulate, Mexico · Former U.S. Foreign Service Officer · J.D. William & Mary Law School
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