Attorneys Law Firm Practicecontact us
24 Feb 2026

I am in H1B status working from a home office. My employer is moving me to a different client, but I will continue to work from home. Because there is no location change, is it true we do not need to file an H1B amendment. Is that correct?

Answer Depending on the circumstances, a change in project may require an H1B amendment. Even if there is no change in the physical work location, if there will be a material change in the job from what was presented in the H1B petition, an H1B amendment...

15:49 / FAQs / For Employers / For Individuals / Worker
18 Feb 2026

When I go to determine my L1A max-out date, do I count from the start date on my original L-1 approval? Or is it from the date I entered the U.S. in L-1 status?

Answer L-1 time is calculated based on the person’s time in the United States in L-1 status. Time spent outside the U.S. after an L1A has been approved does not count toward the standard 7-year max.(17.Feb.2026)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the...

07:11 / FAQs / For Employers / For Individuals / L-1 / L1A Visa & Status / Worker
11 Feb 2026

I am currently on OPT and my employer will be entering me in the H1B lottery. I am presently earning the equivalent of a Wage Level 1 salary, but the employer has agreed to increase it to Wage Level 2 for my H1B lottery case. Does the employer have to start paying the higher salary now?

Answer Generally speaking, the H1B wage does not have to be paid until and unless the foreign national is granted H1B status. There is no requirement that the H1B salary be paid at the time the person enters the H1B lottery.  (11.Feb.2026)Sheela Murthy and other senior...

06:03 / FAQs / For Employers / For Individuals / Student / Worker
05 Feb 2026

Considerations Before Changing Jobs While I-485 Application is Pending

For foreign nationals awaiting a green card, the lengthy processing times for form I-485 applications for adjustment of status can create uncertainty about career opportunities. Many applicants wonder whether they can accept a new job offer, pursue a promotion, or make other employment changes while...

09:19 / AOS/CP / EB1 Category / EB2 National Interest Waiver / EB2 PERM Labor / EB3 PERM Labor / EB5 Investor / Employment Based / For Individuals / Immigrant Petition (I-140) / NewsBrief / PERM Labor / Resident / Worker
04 Feb 2026

I am a manager at a large multinational company in the U.S. I used to work as a manager abroad, but it was for an unrelated company. Can I file for EB1(c) as a multinational manager?

Answer Unfortunately, to qualify for the EB1(c) category, one must have worked as a manager or executive for a company related to the U.S. petitioner. (03.Feb.2026)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the law. For information on our FREE online services, click here....

07:21 / Employment Based / FAQs / For Individuals / Resident / Worker
04 Feb 2026

I need to get an English translation of a document that I am submitting to the USCIS. Do I have to use an official translation service for this?

Answer The USCIS policy manual states, “any document containing a foreign language submitted in support of a benefit request must be accompanied by a full English language translation.[32] The translator must certify that the translation is complete and accurate, and that the translator is competent to...

07:16 / FAQs / For Individuals / Resident / Worker