Immigration Lawyer in Los Angeles

Experienced Representation in Business and Employment Immigration Law

If you are a foreign worker who seeks a visa to work in the United States, or an employer looking to bring foreign talent to America, you want an experienced immigration attorney to help you navigate the U.S. immigration laws. Because the immigration process is complex, you want an immigration lawyer who has successfully worked with others in business and employment contexts.

At the law offices of Glenn N. Kawahara, in Los Angeles, I handle all matters involving immigration and visas, including immigration and visa rights related to or arising out of business relationships or employment. My team has over 30 years of combined legal experience. Contact me to arrange for a free initial consultation.

Employment-Based Immigration Counsel

If you are a foreign worker and wish to emigrate to the United States, there are many different types of visas that will allow you to become a permanent resident through employment, including

• H2B visas. An H2B visa is for purely temporary work, such as a one-time need, seasonal work, or peak-load requirements. If you are a worker, I will help you can apply directly for an H2b visa. If your H2B visa application is approved, you may bring your spouse and any unmarried children under 21 into the United States on an H4 visa.
• H1B visas. An H1B visa is a non-immigrant visa that allows you to work in the United States for up to 6 years. As a foreign worker, however, you cannot apply for an H1B visa. The employer for whom you plan to work must file the application. If you are an employer who seeks to bring foreign talent to your company through an H1B visa, I can help you properly file all the required documents.
• J1 visas. A J1 visa is issued to an exchange visitor from another country who is participating in an approved exchange program. J1 visas are generally issued to business trainees, teachers, professors, research scholars, medical residents and certain specialists. If you qualify for a J1 visa, you must file an application with the U.S. Consulate in your home country.
• L visas. An L1 visa allows a company with operations in the United States and abroad to transfer foreign employees to the United States for up to 7 years.
• E visas. An E1 or an E2 visa may be used to allow a foreign national to trade with companies in the United States or to invest in a commercial enterprise in America. For more information, see my investor visas page.
• Green cards. A green card will give you permanent resident status in the United States. I will help you understand when a green card may be available because of employment status and will take the necessary steps to help you obtain one.

For experienced representation in all legal matters related to business and employment immigration, contact my offices to schedule a free initial consultation. My offices are open from 9 am until 6 pm, Monday through Friday and evening and weekend appointments are available upon request. I offer payment plans to qualified clients.

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Glenn N. Kawahara
1055 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 1890
Los Angeles, CA 90017-5601
Phone: 213-250-1340

At the law office of Glenn N. Kawahara, I represent individuals and businesses throughout the San Fernando Valley, including Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Pasadena, San Fernando Valley and Torrance; and in Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, Riverside County and Orange County.