Hire a Skilled Worker
Access global expertise in science, engineering, technology, and other specialized fields.
How We Help
In today's competitive landscape, securing top talent in science, engineering, and other skilled professions is essential. At Locke Immigration Law, we enable you to hire the best international professionals to drive your company's success.
We cover the full spectrum of employment-based immigration—from transitioning F-1 students on OPT to H-1B sponsorship, and from initial work visas through green card sponsorship for your most valued employees.
Operating on the cutting edge of immigration policy and mindful of evolving adjudicatory trends, we handle the government agencies so you can focus on leveraging your new hire's expertise.
Applicable Visa Types
H-1B Visa
The primary visa for specialty occupation workers in technology, finance, engineering, and more.
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Streamlined work visa exclusively for Australian nationals in specialty occupations.
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Fast-track visa for Canadian and Mexican professionals under USMCA.
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Dedicated visa for Chilean and Singaporean nationals with a rarely-filled cap.
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For workers with extraordinary ability—no cap, no lottery.
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Evaluate Options
We assess your candidate's nationality, qualifications, and timeline to identify the fastest and strongest visa pathway.
F-1 OPT Transitions
If your hire is on F-1 student status, we guide the STEM OPT extension, I-983 Training Plan, and transition to an employer-sponsored work visa.
Visa Filing & Lottery
We handle H-1B lottery registration, LCA filings, I-129 petitions, and all supporting documentation.
Long-Term Planning
We track status, manage extensions, and plan the green card process so your employee has a clear path to permanence.
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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The Visa Behind This Solution
H-1B Visa — Approved Beyond the Lottery
Specialty occupation work visa enabling U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in fields like technology, finance, engineering, and architecture.
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A streamlined work visa for citizens of Chile and Singapore under the U.S. Free Trade Agreements.
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A dedicated work visa exclusively for Australian citizens in specialty occupations.
Read moreTN Visa — Approved for Canadian and Mexican Professionals
A fast-track work visa for Canadian and Mexican professionals under the USMCA trade agreement.
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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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