Students

STUDENT AND SCHOLAR ISSUES

We have substantial experience in F-1 and J-1 status regulations. A list of the issues we have handled successfully includes:

Change of status to F-1 from another non-immigrant status
Appeal of OPT and STEM OPT denials
Reinstatement application
Visa denials at the consulate
Issues related to employment including CPT and internships
Admission and enrollment issues
Transfer issues
Complex student situations

We have also advised on J-1 issues:

Visa denials
Employment in J status including Academic Training
Two-year home residency requirement 212(e) issues
Advisory opinions
J-1 waiver applications
Enrollment issues
Changes of status to and from J status
Complex J status scenarios

With over fourteen years of experience in student and scholar advising, we will provide you information regarding timing of switching from a non-immigrant student or scholar status (F-1 or J-1) to a work eligible non-immigrant or immigrant status (H-1B, E-2, E-3, TN, O-1 and permanent residency).

We will also provide advice on complex scenarios involving a non-immigrant student or scholar status.