provided by Jean D. Chen, Attorney at Law

EB1 is the first employment-based preference for priority workers. People in this category can petition for permanent residency without labor certification.
There are 3 groups of priority workers:

• Extraordinary ability
• Outstanding Professors or Researchers
• Multinational Executives and Managers

In order to qualify for "extraordinary ability" status, the person must show that he or she has extraordinary ability in sciences, arts, education, business, or athletics which has been demonstrated by sustained national or  international acclaim and whose achievements have been recognized in the field through extensive documentation; Seeks to enter US to continue work in the area of extraordinary ability; and whose entry will substantially benefit the U.S.
A level of expertise indicating that the individual is one of that small percentage that have risen to the very top of the field of endeavor and requires evidence of sustained national or international acclaim and recognition.
To qualify for EB1, you must show at least 3 of the following:

• Receipt of nationally or internationally recognized prizes or awards for excellence.
• Membership in associations that require outstanding achievement of their members, as judged by recognized national or international experts.
• Published material about the alien in professional or other major media, relating to alien's work.
• Participation as judge of the work of others either individually or on a panel.
• Original contributions of major significance.
• Authorship of articles in professional or major trade publications or other major media.
• Display of work in artistic exhibitions or showcase.
• Participation in a leading or critical role for organizations or establishments that have a distinguished reputation.
• High salary in relation to others.
• Commercial success in performing arts, box office receipts etc.
• Other comparable evidence.
  Client can come in for a free initial consultation. The attorney will then evaluate the case. If client hires the firm, the attorney will discuss the most effective and appropriate strategy for the case. Attorney will advise client as to the documentation requirements and legal issues involved. Client will be asked to provide extensive documentation to prove the expertise. Client will be asked to prepare the recommendation letters from experts in the field. The firm will provide sample of the letters if necessary. The firm will edit all letters and recommendations provided by the experts in the field. The firm will conduct extensive research regarding the field and print out the relevant publications/articles in the field. The firm will prepare the petition for client and/or employer to review. After the client signs all the forms and the petition, the application will be finalized and filed with the appropriate government entity. Client will be given updates on the status of the case.