Month: January 2016

In the world of immigration law, every client’s journey is unique and full of potential. One of our most heartwarming success stories this year involves a Canadian entrepreneur who turned their passion for dog training into a thriving business in the United States, all made possible through the E-2 Treaty Investor Visa. Initial Consultation and […]

Navigating the complex landscape of U.S. immigration can be daunting for many aspiring entrepreneurs. At Berardi Immigration Law, we recently had the opportunity to guide a Canadian client through this process, enabling them to expand their property management and home renovations business into the United States.  Initial Consultation and Strategic Planning Our journey began when […]

Navigating the complex landscape of U.S. immigration can be daunting for international medical graduates who wish to practice medicine in the United States. One such pathway that often goes under-explored is the Physician National Interest Waiver (PNIW). This option can be particularly advantageous compared to the traditional PERM-based green card petition. In this blog post, […]

To all our friends down under: if the H-1B lottery hasn’t worked out for you, don’t lose heart. The E-3 visa stands out as a fantastic back-up option, and is exclusively for Australians, offering a smoother pathway to employment in the U.S. Let’s explore how the E-3 visa could be your golden ticket, why applying […]

In the competitive skincare industry, a Canadian entrepreneur with a successful product line sought to expand into the U.S. market. Understanding the complexity of U.S. immigration laws, the entrepreneur approached our firm for guidance on how to effectively expand their business across the border. Strategic Planning After a detailed discussion with our team, it was […]

If you’re a Canadian or Mexican citizen and are feeling down because you weren’t selected in the H-1B visa lottery, we’ve got some good news for you: the TN visa category could be saving grace for staying in the U.S. Every year, thousands of international students face the uncertainty of the H-1B lottery, a process […]

Embarking on international expansion is a significant step for any business, marked by challenges and opportunities alike. This narrative outlines the journey of a Canadian company, specializing in greenhouse kits, as it ventured into the U.S. market by establishing a subsidiary in Florida. This story is not only about business expansion but also a testament […]

The E-1 “Treaty Trader” visa is a nonimmigrant visa classification designed for citizens of countries that maintain a treaty of commerce and navigation with the U.S. (e.g. Canada, the U.K., Australia, etc.). Its primary purpose is to facilitate international trade by allowing business owners and/or their employees to work and live in the U.S. while […]

Navigating U.S. immigration law to secure a TN work permit can be a daunting process. We’re excited to share a success story from Berardi Immigration Law, showcasing how careful preparation and understanding of immigration requirements can lead to positive outcomes. This story features a Canadian accountant who successfully obtained TN status, highlighting key steps and […]

The PERM labor certification process, overseen by the Department of Labor (DOL), requires U.S. employers to prove that there are no available, qualified U.S. workers for a position in which they want to permanently place a foreign worker. In the event a company has layoffs while undergoing PERM for foreign national talent, there are special […]