With a large wave of layoffs reported in November 2022, many H-1B visa holders worry about what their next steps should be. In this podcast episode, Anu Nair speaks with partner Bill Stock and senior associate Maria Mihaylova to discuss the potential impact of recent layoffs occurring in the different industries and how they affect H-1B employees. As concerns rise for H-1B employees, Klasko attorneys address these pressing questions on what you need to know in the case of an H-1B layoff.  How long can an H-1B worker remain in the U.S. once they have been laid off? What happens if a new H-1B employer is found within the grace period? Is a change of status an option during the grace period? If unable to find a new employer within the grace period, what will be the cost of a return trip home? Are F-1, O-1, or J-1 visas an option to return to the U.S.? Do you get to keep your priority date if your previous employer filed your I-140 petition? Can you still get a green card approved if you no longer have a job offer with the I-140 employer? What are some self-sponsor options for people who are not able to find a petitioning employer?  For more information on this topic, read our latest blog and infographic:  I Have an H-1B Visa and Just Got Laid Off. What Do I Need to Know?  Speakers on this episode are:  Bill Stock Anu Nair Maria Mihaylova  Stay connected with us:  Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat Sign up for newsletter and email updates Schedule a consultation here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With a large wave of layoffs reported in November 2022, many H-1B visa holders worry about what their next steps should be. In this podcast episode, Anu Nair speaks with partner Bill Stock and senior associate Maria Mihaylova to discuss the potential impact of recent layoffs occurring in the different industries and how they affect H-1B employees. As concerns rise for H-1B employees, Klasko attorneys address these pressing questions on <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/h-1b-employment/h-1b-layoff-infographic-for-employees/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">what you need to know in the case of an H-1B layoff</a>. <ul> <li>How long can an H-1B worker remain in the U.S. once they have been laid off?</li> <li>What happens if a new H-1B employer is found within the grace period?</li> <li>Is a change of status an option during the grace period?</li> <li>If unable to find a new employer within the grace period, what will be the cost of a return trip home?</li> <li>Are F-1, O-1, or J-1 visas an option to return to the U.S.?</li> <li>Do you get to keep your priority date if your previous employer filed your I-140 petition?</li> <li>Can you still get a green card approved if you no longer have a job offer with the I-140 employer?</li> <li>What are some self-sponsor options for people who are not able to find a petitioning employer?</li> </ul> For more information on this topic, read our latest blog and infographic: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/h-1b-employment/h-1b-layoff-infographic-for-employees/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I Have an H-1B Visa and Just Got Laid Off. What Do I Need to Know?</a></li> </ul> Speakers on this episode are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/william-a-stock/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bill Stock</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/anusree-nair/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anu Nair</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/maria-mihaylova/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Maria Mihaylova</a></li> </ul> Stay connected with us: <ul> <li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WeChat</a></li> <li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter and email updates</a></li> <li>Schedule a consultation <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/schedule-a-consultation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.</li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 31: H-1B Layoff Information for Employees

Ron Klasko and Dan Lundy, both partners with Klasko Immigration Law Partners, talk with Anu Nair about a major litigation victory on which they were co-counsel. The litigation is significant because USCIS had put restrictions on the EB-5 regional center program that went beyond what Congress intended when it reinstated the program in March 2022, which would have killed the program for years. Anu Nair asks Ron Klasko and Dan Lundy to explain the importance and the details of the settlement and what it means for regional centers and investors moving forward:  Why was the litigation necessary to reopen the program? What are the terms of the litigation settlement? Are all the regional centers active again? What is the difference between the forms I-956 and the I-956F? What documents can investors use now to file their petitions? What is the likelihood of issues with regional center recertification? Will there be any deference given to previously approved regional centers and projects? What happens to investors if their regional centers don’t continue in the program? What more communication will the EB-5 industry have with USCIS in the future?  Thank you to  our clients, who were plaintiffs in this litigation: EB-5 Capital, CanAm Enterprises, Civitas Capital Group, Golden Gate Global, Pine State Regional Center, and IIUSA. Without their intervention, the EB-5 regional center program would still be inactive today. Please email us at podcast@klaskolaw.com with any questions you have on this topic. Speakers on this episode are:   Ronald Klasko Daniel B. Lundy Anu Nair  Stay connected with us:  Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat Sign up for newsletter and email updates Schedule a consultation here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron Klasko and Dan Lundy, both partners with Klasko Immigration Law Partners, talk with Anu Nair about a major litigation victory on which they were co-counsel. The litigation is significant because USCIS had put restrictions on the EB-5 regional center program that went beyond what Congress intended when it reinstated the program in March 2022, which would have killed the program for years. Anu Nair asks Ron Klasko and Dan Lundy to explain the importance and the details of the settlement and what it means for regional centers and investors moving forward: <ol> <li>Why was the litigation necessary to reopen the program?</li> <li>What are the terms of the litigation settlement?</li> <li>Are all the regional centers active again?</li> <li>What is the difference between the forms I-956 and the I-956F?</li> <li>What documents can investors use now to file their petitions?</li> <li>What is the likelihood of issues with regional center recertification?</li> <li>Will there be any deference given to previously approved regional centers and projects?</li> <li>What happens to investors if their regional centers don’t continue in the program?</li> <li>What more communication will the EB-5 industry have with USCIS in the future?</li> </ol> Thank you to  our clients, who were plaintiffs in this litigation: <a href="https://www.eb5capital.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">EB-5 Capital</a>, <a href="https://www.canamenterprises.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CanAm Enterprises</a>, <a href="https://www.civitascapital.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Civitas Capital Group</a>, <a href="https://www.3gfund.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Golden Gate Global</a>, <a href="https://pinestateregionalcenter.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pine State Regional Center</a>, and <a href="https://iiusa.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IIUSA</a>. Without their intervention, the EB-5 regional center program would still be inactive today. Please email us at <a href="mailto:podcast@klaskolaw.com">podcast@klaskolaw.com</a> with any questions you have on this topic. Speakers on this episode are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/h-ronald-klasko/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ronald Klasko</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/daniel-b-lundy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Daniel B. Lundy</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/anusree-nair/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anu Nair</a></li> </ul> Stay connected with us: <ul> <li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WeChat</a></li> <li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter and email updates</a></li> <li>Schedule a consultation <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/schedule-a-consultation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.</li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 30: EB-5 Litigation Victory!

On Friday, June 24, 2022, a federal district court judge ordered a nationwide preliminary injunction, which has since reopened the EB-5 regional center program for regional centers. In this episode, Klasko EB-5 attorneys discuss the latest updates to the EB-5 regional center program and what that means for investors, developers, and brokers. They will also address what role they played in this litigation and give advice on next steps for EB-5 clients. Attorneys Ron Klasko, Dan Lundy, and Allison Li address questions on what the judge’s decision means and more:  Is the regional center program fully operational now? Can regional centers file project approval applications now? When can investors file I-526s? Are there any risks for investors who file I-526 petitions? What if an existing regional center wants to change or extend its geographic territory?  Speakers on this episode are:   Ronald Klasko Daniel B. Lundy Alison Li  Stay connected with us:  Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat Sign up for newsletter and email updates Schedule a consultation here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Friday, June 24, 2022, a federal district court judge ordered a nationwide preliminary injunction, which has since reopened the EB-5 regional center program for regional centers. In this episode, Klasko EB-5 attorneys discuss the latest updates to the EB-5 regional center program and what that means for investors, developers, and brokers. They will also address what role they played in this litigation and give advice on next steps for EB-5 clients. Attorneys Ron Klasko, Dan Lundy, and Allison Li address questions on what the judge’s decision means and more: <ol> <li>Is the regional center program fully operational now?</li> <li>Can regional centers file project approval applications now?</li> <li>When can investors file I-526s?</li> <li>Are there any risks for investors who file I-526 petitions?</li> <li>What if an existing regional center wants to change or extend its geographic territory?</li> </ol> Speakers on this episode are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/h-ronald-klasko/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ronald Klasko</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/daniel-b-lundy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Daniel B. Lundy</a></li> <li>Alison Li</li> </ul> Stay connected with us: <ul> <li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WeChat</a></li> <li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter and email updates</a></li> <li>Schedule a consultation <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/schedule-a-consultation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.</li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 29: EB-5 Regional Centers Reopened

Do you have an exceptional or extraordinary ability in science, medicine, arts, business, or in another common field? If so, the EB-1 visa may be for you. During this episode, Klasko’s EB-1 attorney team discusses the fundamentals of EB-1, gives an overview on how to prepare for a successful EB-1 petition, and covers ways to increase your chances of approval. Klasko’s EB-1 attorney team Anu Nair, Allie Dempsey, and Nigel James answer these need-to-know questions before starting your EB-1 application:  Do you need a sponsor? What are the benefits? What criteria are needed? What are some alternative options?  Speakers on this episode are:  Anu Nair Allie K. Dempsey Nigel D. James  Related Resources:  Preparing for EB-1  Stay connected with us:  Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat Sign up for newsletter and email updates Schedule a consultation here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you have an exceptional or extraordinary ability in science, medicine, arts, business, or in another common field? If so, the EB-1 visa may be for you. During this episode, Klasko’s EB-1 attorney team discusses the fundamentals of EB-1, gives an overview on how to prepare for a successful EB-1 petition, and covers ways to increase your chances of approval. Klasko’s EB-1 attorney team Anu Nair, Allie Dempsey, and Nigel James answer these need-to-know questions before starting your EB-1 application: <ul> <li>Do you need a sponsor?</li> <li>What are the benefits?</li> <li>What criteria are needed?</li> <li>What are some alternative options?</li> </ul> Speakers on this episode are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/anusree-nair/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anu Nair</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/allie-k-dempsey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Allie K. Dempsey</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/nigel-d-james/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nigel D. James</a></li> </ul> Related Resources: <ul> <li><a href="https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/UE1EuXB9Ea9g4NcTVi3ZtAYTCljpv_zJzMv3cUOmc6atFMm9Aj0O0uS8jlX3EGA1.iC2aR7yeb1PIVpF4?startTime=1649948556000" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Preparing for EB-1</a></li> </ul> Stay connected with us: <ul> <li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WeChat</a></li> <li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter and email updates</a></li> <li>Schedule a consultation <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/schedule-a-consultation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>.</li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 28: Introduction to the EB-1 Visa

William (Bill) Stock, Michele Madera, and Andrew (Drew) Zeltner sit down and discuss common questions and scenarios foreign nationals in the U.S. encounter about which side hustles might cause issues with status violations. This is an updated version of an episode published in February 2019 (Episode 12:  Avoiding Status Violations in the Side Gig Economy.) In this episode, the Klasko attorneys give updated guidance as well as cover the recent changes for student athletes regarding name, image, and likeness compensation.  Can I develop an app in my dorm room? Can I sell my car? Can I invest in real estate? Can I volunteer my time to a friend's new startup? As a student athlete, can I benefit from the name, image, and likeness changes?   All of these questions and more are answered in this episode, with some general guidelines to help foreign nationals think through their plans for a side hustle. Speakers in this episode are:  William Stock Michele Madera Andrew Zeltner  If you have any topics about employment-based immigration you would like us to cover, please send an email to podcast@klaskolaw.com. Stay connected with us:  Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat Sign up for newsletter and email updates Schedule a consultation here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

William (Bill) Stock, Michele Madera, and Andrew (Drew) Zeltner sit down and discuss common questions and scenarios foreign nationals in the U.S. encounter about which side hustles might cause issues with status violations. This is an updated version of an episode published in February 2019 (Episode 12:  Avoiding Status Violations in the Side Gig Economy.) In this episode, the Klasko attorneys give updated guidance as well as cover the recent changes for student athletes regarding <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/news-politics/foreign-student-athletes-name-image-and-likeness-compensation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">name, image, and likeness compensation</a>. <ul> <li>Can I develop an app in my dorm room?</li> <li>Can I sell my car?</li> <li>Can I invest in real estate?</li> <li>Can I volunteer my time to a friend's new startup?</li> <li>As a student athlete, can I benefit from the name, image, and likeness changes? </li> </ul> All of these questions and more are answered in this episode, with some general guidelines to help foreign nationals think through their plans for a side hustle. Speakers in this episode are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/william-a-stock/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">William Stock</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/michele-madera/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michele Madera</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/andrew-j-zeltner/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew Zeltner</a></li> </ul> If you have any topics about employment-based immigration you would like us to cover, please send an email to podcast@klaskolaw.com. Stay connected with us: <ul> <li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WeChat</a></li> <li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter and email updates</a></li> <li>Schedule a <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/schedule-a-consultation/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">consultation here</a></li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 27: Avoiding Status Violations in the Side Gig Economy (Rerecord)

What does it take to qualify for an EB-1 visa? The Klasko EB-1 team discusses the criteria that might qualify the fictional main character from Netflix’s hit miniseries The Queen’s Gambit, Beth Harmon. The series follows Beth as she rises to the top of the competitive chess field. EB-1 attorney Allie Dempsey and EB-1 team editor Steve Miller, with EB-1 practice partner Anu Nair, discuss the EB-1 visa qualifying criteria and how they might craft a hypothetical EB-1 petition for Beth Harmon. In real life, EB-1 visas are not just for scientists and Nobel Prize winners. The criteria are flexible enough that top professionals from any industry or field can qualify for an EB-1 classification, one of the most exclusive but direct immigration paths to a U.S. green card. Speakers in this episode are:  Steve Miller Allie Dempsey Anu Nair  If you have a hypothetical EB-1 case or another pop culture immigration topic you would like us to cover, please send an email to podcast@klaskolaw.com. Stay connected with us:  Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat Sign up for newsletter and email updates Schedule a consultation here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it take to qualify for an EB-1 visa? The Klasko EB-1 team discusses the criteria that might qualify the fictional main character from Netflix’s hit miniseries The Queen’s Gambit, Beth Harmon. The series follows Beth as she rises to the top of the competitive chess field. EB-1 attorney Allie Dempsey and EB-1 team editor Steve Miller, with EB-1 practice partner Anu Nair, discuss the EB-1 visa qualifying criteria and how they might craft a hypothetical EB-1 petition for Beth Harmon. In real life, EB-1 visas are not just for scientists and Nobel Prize winners. The criteria are flexible enough that top professionals from any industry or field can qualify for an EB-1 classification, one of the most exclusive but direct immigration paths to a U.S. green card. Speakers in this episode are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/steven-r-miller/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Steve Miller</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/allie-k-dempsey/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Allie Dempsey</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/anusree-nair/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anu Nair</a></li> </ul> If you have a hypothetical EB-1 case or another pop culture immigration topic you would like us to cover, please send an email to podcast@klaskolaw.com. Stay connected with us: <ul> <li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WeChat</a></li> <li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter and email updates</a></li> <li>Schedule a consultation here.</li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 26: EB-1 Visa in Pop Culture: Beth Harmon from the Queen’s Gambit

The Biden Administration brought an Obama-era program back to life that was nearly another casualty of Trump’s restrictive immigration actions. Biden reversed Trump’s elimination of the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER - also known as International Entrepreneur Parole or the “Startup Visa”) in May 2021 in the hopes of fostering economic development and job growth in the United States. The rule provides an additional path for international entrepreneurs to grow their companies in the U.S., providing critical jobs and boosting the U.S. economy as a result. Before Trump slashed the program, few foreign nationals in the startup industry were able to take advantage of the program, but attorneys Elise Fialkowski and Drew Zeltner have been tracking this program from the start and can offer insights on how best international entrepreneurs can leverage the program.  Who can benefit from this program? What role does the foreign national need to have in the startup company? What is the background of this rule? What are the requirements and qualifications? What round of funding is this viable at? Is there a path to a green card?  The referenced companion episodes can found here:  Episode 2: Avoiding the EB-5 China Backlog with a Grenada Citizenship and E-2 Visa Episode 12: Avoiding Status Violations in the Side Gig Economy Episode 16: The Latest on E-2 Visa with Citizenship-by-Investment  Speakers in this episode are:  William Stock Elise Fialkowski Andrew Zeltner  Stay connected with us:  Email questions to podcast@klaskolaw.com Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat Sign up for newsletter and email updates See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Biden Administration brought an Obama-era program back to life that was nearly another casualty of Trump’s restrictive immigration actions. Biden reversed Trump’s elimination of the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER - also known as International Entrepreneur Parole or the “Startup Visa”) in May 2021 in the hopes of fostering economic development and job growth in the United States. The rule provides an additional path for international entrepreneurs to grow their companies in the U.S., providing critical jobs and boosting the U.S. economy as a result. Before Trump slashed the program, few foreign nationals in the startup industry were able to take advantage of the program, but attorneys Elise Fialkowski and Drew Zeltner have been tracking this program from the start and can offer insights on how best international entrepreneurs can leverage the program. <ul> <li>Who can benefit from this program?</li> <li>What role does the foreign national need to have in the startup company?</li> <li>What is the background of this rule?</li> <li>What are the requirements and qualifications?</li> <li>What round of funding is this viable at?</li> <li>Is there a path to a green card?</li> </ul> The referenced companion episodes can found here: <ul> <li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/statutes-of-liberty/episode-2-avoiding-the-eb-5-china-backlog-with-an" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 2: Avoiding the EB-5 China Backlog with a Grenada Citizenship and E-2 Visa</a></li> <li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/statutes-of-liberty/episode-12-avoiding-status-violations-in-the-side" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 12: Avoiding Status Violations in the Side Gig Economy</a></li> <li><a href="https://omny.fm/shows/statutes-of-liberty/episode-16-the-latest-on-e-2-visa-with-citizenship" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Episode 16: The Latest on E-2 Visa with Citizenship-by-Investment</a></li> </ul> Speakers in this episode are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/william-a-stock/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">William</a> Stock</li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/elise-a-fialkowski/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Elise</a> Fialkowski</li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/andrew-j-zeltner/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew</a> Zeltner</li> </ul> Stay connected with us: <ul> <li>Email questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@klaskolaw.com">podcast@klaskolaw.com</a></li> <li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WeChat</a></li> <li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter and email updates</a></li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 25: The International Entrepreneur Rule is Back!

The third and final episode in a three-part series about problems in the EB-5 investor program and how we assist our clients in resolving the problems, this episode covers litigation options. If we are not able to resolve investors’ problems, project problems or regional center issues, judicial review in federal court might be the answer. The Klasko EB-5 team is a recognized leader in successfully resolving EB-5 problems through different litigation options. Klasko EB-5 immigration attorneys, Ronald Klasko, Daniel Lundy, and Jessica DeNisi discuss litigation options to resolve these issues:  What are the different types of litigation? How is litigation used to challenge delays and denials? When is mandamus advised? How have we successfully challenged the USCIS definition of an at-risk investment? How have we challenged USCIS policy on redeployment?  Speakers in this episode are:   Ronald Klasko Daniel B. Lundy Jessica A. DeNisi  Stay connected with us:  Email questions to podcast@klaskolaw.com Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat Sign up for newsletter and email updates See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The third and final episode in a three-part series about problems in the EB-5 investor program and how we assist our clients in resolving the problems, this episode covers litigation options. If we are not able to resolve investors’ problems, project problems or regional center issues, judicial review in federal court might be the answer. The Klasko EB-5 team is a recognized leader in successfully resolving EB-5 problems through different litigation options. Klasko EB-5 immigration attorneys, Ronald Klasko, Daniel Lundy, and Jessica DeNisi discuss litigation options to resolve these issues: <ul> <li>What are the different types of litigation?</li> <li>How is litigation used to challenge delays and denials?</li> <li>When is mandamus advised?</li> <li>How have we successfully challenged the USCIS definition of an at-risk investment?</li> <li>How have we challenged USCIS policy on redeployment?</li> </ul> Speakers in this episode are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/h-ronald-klasko/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ronald Klasko</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/daniel-b-lundy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Daniel B. Lundy</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/jessica-a-denisi/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jessica A. DeNisi</a></li> </ul> Stay connected with us: <ul> <li>Email questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@klaskolaw.com">podcast@klaskolaw.com</a></li> <li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WeChat</a></li> <li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter and email updates</a></li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 24: Strategies for Resolving EB-5 Problems Series - Part 3: Litigation Options

The second in a three-part series about problems in the EB-5 immigrant investor program and how we assist our clients in resolving the problems, this episode covers issues relating to regional centers. When the USCIS attempts to terminate a regional center, there are methods to defend against those actions. The Klasko EB-5 team is adept at successfully resolving complicated issues the regional center might encounter if the USCIS gives notice of intent to terminate. The firm has been able to preserve the immigration interests for many investors when this scenario occurs. Klasko EB-5 immigration attorneys Ronald Klasko, Daniel Lundy, and Jessica DeNisi discuss the overview of issues concerning regional center terminations:  What actions or inactions of the regional center are likely to result in a notice of intent to terminate? What are the procedures in rebutting a notice of intent to terminate? What are some of the legal issues? What are some of our successful methods that we have used to defend these cases? What are the impacts on investors in the event of a regional center termination?  Speakers in this episode are:   Ronald Klasko Daniel B. Lundy Jessica A. DeNisi  Stay connected with us:  Email questions to podcast@klaskolaw.com Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat Sign up for newsletter and email updates See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The second in a three-part series about problems in the EB-5 immigrant investor program and how we assist our clients in resolving the problems, this episode covers issues relating to regional centers. When the USCIS attempts to terminate a regional center, there are methods to defend against those actions. The Klasko EB-5 team is adept at successfully resolving complicated issues the regional center might encounter if the USCIS gives notice of intent to terminate. The firm has been able to preserve the immigration interests for many investors when this scenario occurs. Klasko EB-5 immigration attorneys Ronald Klasko, Daniel Lundy, and Jessica DeNisi discuss the overview of issues concerning regional center terminations: <ul> <li>What actions or inactions of the regional center are likely to result in a notice of intent to terminate?</li> <li>What are the procedures in rebutting a notice of intent to terminate?</li> <li>What are some of the legal issues?</li> <li>What are some of our successful methods that we have used to defend these cases?</li> <li>What are the impacts on investors in the event of a regional center termination?</li> </ul> Speakers in this episode are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/h-ronald-klasko/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ronald Klasko</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/daniel-b-lundy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Daniel B. Lundy</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/jessica-a-denisi/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jessica A. DeNisi</a></li> </ul> Stay connected with us: <ul> <li>Email questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@klaskolaw.com">podcast@klaskolaw.com</a></li> <li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WeChat</a></li> <li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter and email updates</a></li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 23: Strategies for Resolving EB-5 Problems Series - Part 2: Regional Center Headaches

The first in a three-part series about problems in the EB-5 immigrant investor program and how we assist our clients in resolving the problems, this episode covers issues specifically related to investment projects. Between COVID, the slow economy, delays and fraud in the program, many projects have encountered problems that affect immigrant investors. The Klasko EB-5 team is adept at successfully resolving issues involving project delays, changes, job shortages, and fraud. Klasko EB-5 immigration attorneys Ron Klasko, Dan Lundy, and Jessica DeNisi discuss the following scenarios investors might be facing:  As an investor, what happens if there is a change or a delay in your project? At what phase in the process will a project change not affect your visa? Is there any hope if investment funds were diverted? How long do you have to provide evidence of jobs created? What happens if jobs created by your project were lost due to COVID?  Speakers in this episode are:   Ronald Klasko Daniel B. Lundy Jessica A. DeNisi  Stay connected with us:  Email questions to podcast@klaskolaw.com Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and WeChat Sign up for newsletter and email updates See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first in a three-part series about problems in the EB-5 immigrant investor program and how we assist our clients in resolving the problems, this episode covers issues specifically related to investment projects. Between COVID, the slow economy, delays and fraud in the program, many projects have encountered problems that affect immigrant investors. The Klasko EB-5 team is adept at successfully resolving issues involving project delays, changes, job shortages, and fraud. Klasko EB-5 immigration attorneys Ron Klasko, Dan Lundy, and Jessica DeNisi discuss the following scenarios investors might be facing: <ul> <li>As an investor, what happens if there is a change or a delay in your project?</li> <li>At what phase in the process will a project change not affect your visa?</li> <li>Is there any hope if investment funds were diverted?</li> <li>How long do you have to provide evidence of jobs created?</li> <li>What happens if jobs created by your project were lost due to COVID?</li> </ul> Speakers in this episode are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/h-ronald-klasko/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Ronald Klasko</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/daniel-b-lundy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Daniel B. Lundy</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/jessica-a-denisi/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jessica A. DeNisi</a></li> </ul> Stay connected with us: <ul> <li>Email questions to <a href="mailto:podcast@klaskolaw.com">podcast@klaskolaw.com</a></li> <li>Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, and <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/chinese-news-events/weibo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WeChat</a></li> <li>Sign up for <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter and email updates</a></li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 22: Strategies for Resolving EB-5 Problems Series - Part 1: Project Problems

Welcome to Statutes of Liberty: An Immigration Podcast by Klasko Immigration Law Partners. The United States is many things: a great melting pot, a nation of immigrants, a land of opportunity. Millions have journeyed here seeking freedom and the chance for a better life. Belief in the American ideal means providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race or birthplace, to achieve their highest potential. Join us as we unravel the ins and outs of American immigration policy, from the issues of today to the historic basis for laws already in place.

Welcome to Statutes of Liberty: An Immigration Podcast by Klasko Immigration Law Partners.  The United States is many things: a great melting pot, a nation of immigrants, a land of opportunity. Millions have journeyed here seeking freedom and the chance for a better life. Belief in the American ideal means providing opportunities for everyone, regardless of race or birthplace, to achieve their highest potential.  Join us as we unravel the ins and outs of American immigration policy, from the issues of today to the historic basis for laws already in place.

Statutes of Liberty

In this episode, part one of a three part series, associate Devang Patel sits down with partners Bill Stock and Michele Madera to talk about recent trends they've seen as H-1B cap season draws near.  You can also watch a recent webinar from Klasko on this topic here. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to make sure you don't miss part two of the series, which will cover key concerns for employers. Got an immigration question? Email it to podcast@klaskolaw.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, part one of a three part series, associate Devang Patel sits down with partners Bill Stock and Michele Madera to talk about recent trends they've seen as H-1B cap season draws near.  You can also watch a <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/event/your-2018-h-1b-cap-survival-guide-new-administration-new-adjudications/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">recent webinar from Klasko on this topic here</a>. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to make sure you don't miss part two of the series, which will cover key concerns for employers. Got an immigration question? Email it to <a href="mailto:podcast@klaskolaw.com" rel="noopener">podcast@klaskolaw.com</a>.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 3: 2018 H-1B Series - Recent Trends

Bill Stock, Michele Madera, and Lisa Felix sit down and discuss common questions from foreign nationals around which side hustles might cause issues with status violation - for those in the United States on temporary visas like Fs, Hs, Bs, etc.  Can I develop an app in my dorm room? Can I sell my car? Can I invest in real estate? Can I volunteer my time to a friend's new startup?   All of these questions and more are answered in this episode, with some general guidelines to help foreign nationals think through their plans for a side hustle.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Stock, Michele Madera, and Lisa Felix sit down and discuss common questions from foreign nationals around which side hustles might cause issues with status violation - for those in the United States on temporary visas like Fs, Hs, Bs, etc. <ul> <li>Can I develop an app in my dorm room?</li> <li>Can I sell my car?</li> <li>Can I invest in real estate?</li> <li>Can I volunteer my time to a friend's new startup? </li> </ul> All of these questions and more are answered in this episode, with some general guidelines to help foreign nationals think through their plans for a side hustle. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 12:  Avoiding Status Violations in the Side Gig Economy

In this episode, part two of a three part series, associate Devang Patel sits down with partners Bill Stock and Michele Madera to talk about concerns for employers of H-1B workers as we dive into 2018 H-1B cap season. You can also watch a recent webinar from Klasko on this topic here. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to make sure you don't miss part two of the series, which will cover key concerns for employers. Got an immigration question? Email it to podcast@klaskolaw.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, part two of a three part series, associate Devang Patel sits down with partners Bill Stock and Michele Madera to talk about concerns for employers of H-1B workers as we dive into 2018 H-1B cap season. You can also watch a <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/event/your-2018-h-1b-cap-survival-guide-new-administration-new-adjudications/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">recent webinar from Klasko on this topic here</a>. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes to make sure you don't miss part two of the series, which will cover key concerns for employers. Got an immigration question? Email it to <a href="mailto:podcast@klaskolaw.com" rel="nofollow noopener">podcast@klaskolaw.com</a>.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 4: 2018 H-1B Series - Employer Concerns

The much-anticipated EB-5 regulations have finally become a reality. As anticipated, the new regulations have increased the required minimum investment amounts, restricted TEA designations, created new rules for priority date retention, and clarified USCIS procedures for removing conditional permanent residency. The effective date will be November 21, 2019. In a July 29, 2019 live webinar, members of the renowned Klasko EB-5 Team offered insights and analysis of the new regulations and how they will impact regional centers, developers, investors, and professionals working in the EB-5 industry. The speakers on this webinar recording are:  H. Ronald Klasko Daniel B. Lundy Anu Nair Jessica DeNisi See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The much-anticipated EB-5 regulations have finally become a reality. As anticipated, the new regulations have increased the required minimum investment amounts, restricted TEA designations, created new rules for priority date retention, and clarified USCIS procedures for removing conditional permanent residency. The effective date will be November 21, 2019. In a July 29, 2019 live webinar, members of the <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/practice-areas/eb-5-immigration-eb-5-attorney-solutions/eb-5-team/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">renowned Klasko EB-5 Team</a> offered insights and analysis of the new regulations and how they will impact regional centers, developers, investors, and professionals working in the EB-5 industry. The speakers on this webinar recording are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/h-ronald-klasko/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">H. Ronald Klasko</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/daniel-b-lundy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Daniel B. Lundy</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/anusree-nair/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anu Nair</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/jessica-a-denisi/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jessica DeNisi</a></li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Bonus Episode: Impact of New EB-5 Regulations on Regional Centers, Developers, and Investors Webinar

This is the final part of a three-part series on 2018 H-1B cap season. Klasko associate Devang Patel chats with Bill Stock and Michele Madera to talk through common concerns for employees that already have or are hoping to obtain an H-1B visa. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or on our website at www.klaskolaw.com. There will be more episodes coming up, which you won't want to miss. Got an immigration question? Email it to podcast@klaskolaw.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the final part of a three-part series on 2018 H-1B cap season. Klasko associate Devang Patel chats with Bill Stock and Michele Madera to talk through common concerns for employees that already have or are hoping to obtain an H-1B visa. Subscribe to the podcast on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/statutes-of-liberty/id1343376317" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">iTunes</a> or on <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/news-events/statutes-liberty-immigration-podcast/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">our website at www.klaskolaw.com</a>. There will be more episodes coming up, which you won't want to miss. Got an immigration question? Email it to <a href="mailto:podcast@klaskolaw.com" rel="nofollow noopener">podcast@klaskolaw.com</a>.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 5: 2018 H-1B Series - Employee Concerns

Documenting the lawful source of funds used for an EB-5 investment is a critical part of the petition.  In this podcast, Anu Nair and Karuna Simbeck focus on the ways USCIS wants to see documentation, how much time it takes to properly prepare the petition, and common mistakes to avoid. They address the myths and misconceptions that circulate when discussing what has worked when filing an I-526 with friends and family that have been through the EB-5 process. They also give advice on how to balance the amount of documentation, and what kind of financial steps you should and shouldn't take before engaging with an EB-5 immigration attorney. Companion content:  Read about that expedited project Anu mentions here  Karuna's article about complicated path of funds here  Anu's introduction to EB-5 for Indian investors here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Documenting the lawful source of funds used for an EB-5 investment is a critical part of the petition.  In this podcast, <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/anusree-nair/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anu Nair</a> and <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/karuna-chandani-simbeck/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Karuna Simbeck</a> focus on the ways USCIS wants to see documentation, how much time it takes to properly prepare the petition, and common mistakes to avoid. They address the myths and misconceptions that circulate when discussing what has worked when filing an I-526 with friends and family that have been through the EB-5 process. They also give advice on how to balance the amount of documentation, and what kind of financial steps you should and shouldn't take before engaging with an EB-5 immigration attorney. Companion content: <ul> <li><a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fklaskoimmigrationlawpartnersllp.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-i-ndhkte-l-c%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ckdohan%40klaskolaw.com%7C5b5491dcacf74a81492a08d67fb8033f%7C792fd1cc5f3b428c95fdc17d9ce4035a%7C1%7C0%7C636836825649314670&amp;sdata=uMwM7wjDe3uZYh8N8sLkZ4%2BBzL5RtM72if9b8Xd2iXw%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Read about that expedited project Anu mentions here</a></li> <li> <a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fklaskoimmigrationlawpartnersllp.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-i-ndhkte-l-q%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ckdohan%40klaskolaw.com%7C5b5491dcacf74a81492a08d67fb8033f%7C792fd1cc5f3b428c95fdc17d9ce4035a%7C1%7C0%7C636836825649314670&amp;sdata=qq0vuqYOTg4sR2iRLLR3o%2Fbl2HL%2FQdlSuU4Rp4Nl128%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Karuna's article about complicated path of funds here</a> </li> <li><a href="https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fklaskoimmigrationlawpartnersllp.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-i-ndhkte-l-a%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ckdohan%40klaskolaw.com%7C5b5491dcacf74a81492a08d67fb8033f%7C792fd1cc5f3b428c95fdc17d9ce4035a%7C1%7C0%7C636836825649324675&amp;sdata=b7g%2FHl6Kxg5ZI6VORovOTqC0mnJz7yiyo5u6GhOYbew%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Anu's introduction to EB-5 for Indian investors here</a></li> </ul>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 11: EB-5 Investors Do's and Don'ts of Source of Funds

In the second part of this two-part series for entrepreneurial foreign nationals, Bill Stock, Michele Madera, and Lisa Felix discuss the visa options for entrepreneurs and startups have when trying to launch a business in the United States. The key points covered are:  Specific visas designed for startups and entrepreneurs How to creatively use visa options to your benefit Pursuing your startup as a student Advice on structuring your startup to support your immigration goals  Subscribe to the Statues of Liberty today on iTunes, on Google Play, or listen on our website!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second part of this two-part series for entrepreneurial foreign nationals, <a href="https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fklaskoimmigrationlawpartnersllp.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-i-paituy-l-d%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ckdohan%40klaskolaw.com%7C2e8815539cf340b089df08d6da041937%7C792fd1cc5f3b428c95fdc17d9ce4035a%7C1%7C0%7C636936108481659447&amp;sdata=YZ2KBYfj4rKndO%2BGLfCGl9ruKT9ntG2C3PMnr2xcen4%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bill Stock</a>, <a href="https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fklaskoimmigrationlawpartnersllp.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-i-paituy-l-h%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ckdohan%40klaskolaw.com%7C2e8815539cf340b089df08d6da041937%7C792fd1cc5f3b428c95fdc17d9ce4035a%7C1%7C0%7C636936108481659447&amp;sdata=9TS60uC3zkcHGwe6vTIZLfytV5Uj5ePZBt0uWrfPnFA%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Michele Madera</a>, and <a href="https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fklaskoimmigrationlawpartnersllp.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-i-paituy-l-k%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ckdohan%40klaskolaw.com%7C2e8815539cf340b089df08d6da041937%7C792fd1cc5f3b428c95fdc17d9ce4035a%7C1%7C0%7C636936108481669443&amp;sdata=aFGJ%2Fur9wwFXZxM7BAAWjL5auypk8VCf%2FuP4XhU2Te0%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Lisa Felix</a> discuss the visa options for entrepreneurs and startups have when trying to launch a business in the United States. The key points covered are: <ul> <li>Specific visas designed for startups and entrepreneurs</li> <li>How to creatively use visa options to your benefit</li> <li>Pursuing your startup as a student</li> <li>Advice on structuring your startup to support your immigration goals</li> </ul> Subscribe to the Statues of Liberty today <a href="https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fklaskoimmigrationlawpartnersllp.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-i-paituy-l-n%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ckdohan%40klaskolaw.com%7C2e8815539cf340b089df08d6da041937%7C792fd1cc5f3b428c95fdc17d9ce4035a%7C1%7C0%7C636936108481669443&amp;sdata=YHHMG4GtkerqT9GR3t3Dj8wBWOZ3Tsl6Ti6jxn0qGqg%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">on iTunes</a>, on <a href="https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fklaskoimmigrationlawpartnersllp.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-i-paituy-l-p%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ckdohan%40klaskolaw.com%7C2e8815539cf340b089df08d6da041937%7C792fd1cc5f3b428c95fdc17d9ce4035a%7C1%7C0%7C636936108481679461&amp;sdata=wOh0u0uIBcxT%2FZY%2F8Gva78LU1zUanEt6z5GGrvgI9Nc%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Google Play</a>, or listen on <a href="https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fklaskoimmigrationlawpartnersllp.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-i-paituy-l-x%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ckdohan%40klaskolaw.com%7C2e8815539cf340b089df08d6da041937%7C792fd1cc5f3b428c95fdc17d9ce4035a%7C1%7C0%7C636936108481679461&amp;sdata=tsUzwC5HtrF5gFBJzHiXLDMrC%2FMIKxQCcCIFYYL5lnc%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">our websit</a><a href="https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fklaskoimmigrationlawpartnersllp.cmail20.com%2Ft%2Fi-i-paituy-l-m%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7Ckdohan%40klaskolaw.com%7C2e8815539cf340b089df08d6da041937%7C792fd1cc5f3b428c95fdc17d9ce4035a%7C1%7C0%7C636936108481689462&amp;sdata=vTypFQFZ4%2Fpvr9i2BQdjRrG82b8b1M8fEfihNHe7dyo%3D&amp;reserved=0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">e</a>!See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 13: Immigration Options for Startups and Entrepreneurs

This bonus episode consists of an audio recording from a previous live broadcast of a webinar for Klasko clients. To receive future invitations to Klasko webinars, please sign up for our email alerts here.  To view the webinar recording, click here. While headlines are focused on the polarized discussion over the wall at the southern border to curb illegal immigration, the Trump Administration has been quietly constructing an invisible wall to hamper legal immigration. This podcast discusses the trends and latest news surrounding the upcoming H-1B lottery, with particular attention to the now final rule announced in December. Employers will leave with actionable advice to plan for the upcoming H-1B cap filing season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This bonus episode consists of an audio recording from a previous live broadcast of a webinar for Klasko clients. To receive future invitations to Klasko webinars, please sign up for our <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">email alerts here</a>.  To view the webinar recording, <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/event/2019-h-1b-lottery-how-to-plan-for-proposed-changes-webinar/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a>. While headlines are focused on the polarized discussion over the wall at the southern border to curb illegal immigration, the Trump Administration has been quietly constructing an invisible wall to hamper legal immigration. This podcast discusses the trends and latest news surrounding the upcoming H-1B lottery, with particular attention to the now final rule announced in December. Employers will leave with actionable advice to plan for the upcoming H-1B cap filing season.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Bonus Episode: 2019 H-1B Lottery How to Plan for Proposed Changes

Anu Nair, a partner at Klasko Immigration Law Partners, chats with associates Karuna Simbeck and Devang Patel about the second largest country for investors into the EB-5 program: India.  Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes or on our website at www.klaskolaw.com.Got an immigration question? Email it to podcast@klaskolaw.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anu Nair, a partner at Klasko Immigration Law Partners, chats with associates Karuna Simbeck and Devang Patel about the second largest country for investors into the EB-5 program: India.  Subscribe to this podcast on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/statutes-of-liberty/id1343376317" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">iTunes</a> or on <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/news-events/statutes-liberty-immigration-podcast/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">our website at www.klaskolaw.com</a>.Got an immigration question? Email it to <a href="mailto:podcast@klaskolaw.com" rel="nofollow noopener">podcast@klaskolaw.com</a>.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 6:  EB-5 Emerging Market: India

What is the backlog and who does it affect? What is the visa bulletin and why are there so many charts? What does this mean for the future? Steve Miller, Feige Grundman, and Lisa Felix answer all of these questions in relation to those seeking the coveted EB-1 visa, and its path to permanent residency in the U.S. They explain what to look for in the monthly visa bulletin, how to read the chart, and provide strategies to better position yourself in line for a green card. Then, they take out the immigration crystal ball and predict the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What is the backlog and who does it affect? What is the visa bulletin and why are there so many charts? What does this mean for the future? Steve Miller, Feige Grundman, and Lisa Felix answer all of these questions in relation to those seeking the coveted EB-1 visa, and its path to permanent residency in the U.S. They explain what to look for in the monthly visa bulletin, how to read the chart, and provide strategies to better position yourself in line for a green card. Then, they take out the immigration crystal ball and predict the future.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 10: The Best, Brightest, and Backlogged

There has been an abrupt and dramatic shift in the EB-5 market with Chinese investors waiting over ten years in line for a visa, and Indian foreign nationals facing immigration roadblocks at every other turn, including the H-1B and EB-1 visa options. This has led to a spike in Indian investors’ interest in the EB-5 visa program in the last year and a half. As a new market, there are many misconceptions and frequently asked questions from investors. In this episode, Anu Nair, a partner at Klasko Immigration, sits down with Daniel Lundy, also a partner at Klasko; Jessica DeNisi an associate at Klasko Immigration; plus Jeff DeCicco and Abhinav Lohia both from CanAm Enterprises, to answer the common questions and issues, so investors can better focus their time on reaching their immigration goal: a green card. A special thank you to Jeff DeCicco and Abhinav Lohia of CanAm for taking the time to join the Klasko EB-5 Team on this episode of Statutes of Liberty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There has been an abrupt and dramatic shift in the EB-5 market with <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/uncategorized/providing-hope-for-chinese-investors/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chinese investors waiting over ten years</a> in line for a visa, and Indian foreign nationals facing immigration roadblocks at every other turn, including the H-1B and EB-1 visa options. This has led to a spike in Indian investors’ interest in the EB-5 visa program in the last year and a half. As a new market, there are many misconceptions and frequently asked questions from investors. In this episode, <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/anusree-nair/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anu Nair</a>, a partner at Klasko Immigration, sits down with <a href="http://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/daniel-b-lundy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Daniel Lundy</a>, also a partner at Klasko; Jessica DeNisi an associate at Klasko Immigration; plus <a href="http://www.canamenterprises.com/team-member/jeff-decicco/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jeff DeCicco</a> and <a href="http://www.canamenterprises.com/team-member/abhinav-lohia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Abhinav Lohia</a> both from <a href="http://www.canamenterprises.com/team-member/abhinav-lohia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CanAm Enterprises</a>, to answer the common questions and issues, so investors can better focus their time on reaching their immigration goal: a green card. A special thank you to <a href="http://www.canamenterprises.com/team-member/jeff-decicco/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Jeff DeCicco</a> and <a href="http://www.canamenterprises.com/team-member/abhinav-lohia/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Abhinav Lohia</a> of <a href="http://www.canamenterprises.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CanAm</a> for taking the time to join the Klasko EB-5 Team on this episode of Statutes of Liberty.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 9: What Do Indian Investors Look for in an EB-5 Project

EB-5 investors are facing unique issues and challenges concerning their futures in the U.S. “Normal” processing times for I-526 have surpassed 45 months, and I-829 processing times are around 40 months. Depending on the investor’s birthplace, phase in the EB-5 process, and if there are dependents’ ages to be considered, there are different options and recommendations. When foreign nationals are facing years of adjudication in a program designed to last 3 to 5 years, it may be time to sue in federal court. In addition to delays, EB-5 petition denial rates have increased. If an EB-5 petition is denied, it’s not necessarily the end of the road. The Klasko Litigation Team has extensive experience in successfully challenging petition denials in federal court. In December 2019, the Klasko Litigation Team hosted this live webinar specifically for EB-5 investors and developers. Topics covered were:  Litigation options for processing delays Litigation options for denials What to know before filing The timeline of litigation Addressing fees and litigation concerns Success stories  If you’re an EB-5 investor or developer and are ready to take action, this bonus episode is for you. The attorneys on this podcast/webinar episode are:  Anu Nair (host), anair@klaskolaw.com Ron Klasko, rklako@klaskolaw.com Dan Lundy, dlundy@klaskolaw.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EB-5 investors are facing unique issues and challenges concerning their futures in the U.S. “Normal” processing times for I-526 have surpassed 45 months, and I-829 processing times are around 40 months. Depending on the investor’s birthplace, phase in the EB-5 process, and if there are dependents’ ages to be considered, there are different options and recommendations. When foreign nationals are facing years of adjudication in a program designed to last 3 to 5 years, it may be time to sue in federal court. In addition to delays, EB-5 petition denial rates have increased. If an EB-5 petition is denied, it’s not necessarily the end of the road. The Klasko Litigation Team has extensive experience in successfully challenging petition denials in federal court. In December 2019, the Klasko Litigation Team hosted this live webinar specifically for EB-5 investors and developers. Topics covered were: <ul> <li>Litigation options for processing delays</li> <li>Litigation options for denials</li> <li>What to know before filing</li> <li>The timeline of litigation</li> <li>Addressing fees and litigation concerns</li> <li>Success stories</li> </ul> If you’re an EB-5 investor or developer and are ready to take action, this bonus episode is for you. The attorneys on this podcast/webinar episode are: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/anusree-nair/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Anu Nair</a> (host), <a href="mailto:anair@klaskolaw.com">anair@klaskolaw.com</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/h-ronald-klasko/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ron Klasko</a>, <a href="mailto:rklako@klaskolaw.com">rklako@klaskolaw.com</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/daniel-b-lundy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dan Lundy</a>, <a href="mailto:dlundy@klaskolaw.com">dlundy@klaskolaw.com</a></li> </ul> See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Bonus Episode: Overcoming EB-5 Denials and Delays through Litigation

Immigrant doctors can face special challenges when planning a future career in the U.S. In this podcast, associate attorney Feige Grundman and technical editor Steve Miller tackle those challenges with tips and strategies for the brightest minds in medicine. The Klasko EB-1 Team has developed an approach that amplifies the comparable evidence clause to reframe the parameters of extraordinary and outstanding for adjudicators. In this episode, the July visa bulletin mentioned can be found here: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin/2018/visa-bulletin-for-july-2018.html For more information on the award Feige won while attending Carnegie Mellon University, visit her: https://www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/slice/leadership/senior-leader-recognition.html See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Immigrant doctors can face special challenges when planning a future career in the U.S. In this podcast, associate attorney Feige Grundman and technical editor Steve Miller tackle those challenges with tips and strategies for the brightest minds in medicine. The Klasko EB-1 Team has developed an approach that amplifies the comparable evidence clause to reframe the parameters of extraordinary and outstanding for adjudicators. In this episode, the July visa bulletin mentioned can be found here: <a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin/2018/visa-bulletin-for-july-2018.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/legal/visa-law0/visa-bulletin/2018/visa-bulletin-for-july-2018.html</a> For more information on the award Feige won while attending Carnegie Mellon University, visit her: <a href="https://www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/slice/leadership/senior-leader-recognition.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/slice/leadership/senior-leader-recognition.html</a> See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 8: EB-1 for Physicians

The EB-1 team, Lisa Felix, Feige Grundman, and Steve Miller, sit down to talk about the current trends when filing EB-1, EB-2 and NIW petitions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The EB-1 team, Lisa Felix, Feige Grundman, and Steve Miller, sit down to talk about the current trends when filing EB-1, EB-2 and NIW petitions.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Episode 7: Keeping Current on EB-1

Breaking immigration management concerns for companies, universities, hospitals and research organizations.  Topics will include:  Update on immigration agencies and travel issues globally Identifying compliance concerns when working from home or remotely Handling changes of employment, leaves, furloughs and other employment status changes Update on the H-1B lottery and this years’ results  To view this webinar recording, please click here. Speakers on this bonus episode are:  William A. Stock- wstock@klaskolaw.com Elise A. Fialkowski- efialkowski@klaskolaw.com Michele G. Madera- mmadera@klaskolaw.com  For the latest business and employment based immigration updates, follow Klasko Immigration on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. Sign up for our newsletter here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking immigration management concerns for companies, universities, hospitals and research organizations.  Topics will include: <ul> <li>Update on immigration agencies and travel issues globally</li> <li>Identifying compliance concerns when working from home or remotely</li> <li>Handling changes of employment, leaves, furloughs and other employment status changes</li> <li>Update on the H-1B lottery and this years’ results</li> </ul> To view this webinar recording, please <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/event/immigration-in-the-time-of-covid-19/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here.</a> Speakers on this bonus episode are: <ul> <li>William A. Stock- <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/william-a-stock/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wstock@klaskolaw.com</a></li> <li>Elise A. Fialkowski- <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/elise-a-fialkowski/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">efialkowski@klaskolaw.com</a></li> <li>Michele G. Madera- <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/team-member/michele-madera/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">mmadera@klaskolaw.com</a></li> </ul> For the latest business and employment based immigration updates, follow Klasko Immigration on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/klaskoimmigrationlaw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/klaskoimmigration/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, and <a href="https://twitter.com/KlaskoLaw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>. Sign up for our <a href="https://www.klaskolaw.com/contact-us/subscribe-updates/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">newsletter here</a>.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

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