Sophie Alcorn Podcast

If you're a startup founder or a recruiter looking to hire someone from overseas to be physically working within the United States, things can get a little overwhelming if you're not familiar with the H-1B process. 

In today’s episode, we talk about your startup's first H-1B. 

This is especially helpful to small companies and early-stage companies as well as companies that have never done this before. 

We're diving deeper into the nuances of the H-1B process because there are some special steps required the first time around. 

Whether you're the one doing this process, you're the CEO, or whoever is doing recruiting, everybody needs to be on the same page about the immigration process.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Forming your company before starting the H-1B process
• Who qualifies as your signatory for the immigration paperwork
• Things to prepare before and during the H-1B process
• An overview of H-1B transfers and extensions

Resources mentioned:

Alcorn Immigration Firm

Grab a copy of the Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook.

ILT Episode 003: The Different Types of Nonimmigrant Visas

https://www.alcorn.law/allaboutH-1Bs

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If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

In the face of COVID-19 coronavirus that the entire world is facing today, there has been a lot of upheavals and things are changing quite fast – including immigration. 

Today, I'm talking about the top 10 changes we’re currently seeing in the immigration landscape.

If you know somebody who might be stuck due to travel restrictions or anybody that would benefit from some of the things that we're going to be talking about in this episode, please share this with them.

My goal for this podcast is to make immigration law accessible to the people who rely and depend on it. I want to level the playing field and make immigration law as accessible as possible. 

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Travel restrictions and ESTA extensions
• Visa compliance measures if you’re working from home
• COVID’s impact on the H-1B lottery and USCIS
• Regulations for hiring new employees at this time
• Using the COVID crisis as a Special Situation

Resources mentioned:

Alcorn Immigration Firm

Get the Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook.

Article on visas available to your work-from-home team

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EPISODE CREDITS:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

It's the H-1B season! 

Nationally, H-1B denial rates have increased steadily over the last three years. 

Therefore, it's very important to create a comprehensive legal plan at the beginning of any case before filing any documents. 

But how can you prepare a really strong H-1B petition?

In this episode, we discuss the legal elements of what an H-1B requires, the process, the timeline, and how to avoid Requests for Evidence. 

We also touch on some specific job classifications that have been problematic in the past. 

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• The 3 key elements of an H-1B
• Some defining characteristics of the H-1B: prevailing wage, job description, etc.
• Points you need to discuss with your immigration lawyer
• Immigration documents and requirements for each candidate

Resources mentioned:

Alcorn Immigration Law Firm

For more information, get the Immigration Law for Tech Startups eBook.

https://www.alcorn.law/allaboutH-1Bs

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EPISODE CREDITS:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com 

If you’re a U.S. company looking to hire somebody from another country to do business activities inside the U.S., then you’d have to get a work visa for them. 

Sure, the process could seem daunting. But that’s if you don’t equip yourself with ample knowledge and the right resources relating to visas and immigration.

In today’s episode, I'm sharing with you some nifty tips and tricks when it comes to immigration options. I'm shedding some light on the myriad options available so you can find the best talents and help move your company forward.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Different work visa options for non-U.S. citizens.
• Who are qualified for specific work visas. 
• Can spouses of H-1B visa holders get work permits?
• Work permit for students and founders from another country.
• How to transfer somebody’s visa from another U.S. company to yours.

Resources mentioned:

Alcorn Immigration Law

I-9 Form

https://www.alcorn.law/ILTSeBook

https://www.alcorn.law/allaboutH-1Bs

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EPISODE CREDITS:

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Danny Ozment.

He helps thought leaders, influencers, executives, HR professionals, recruiters, lawyers, realtors, bloggers, coaches, and authors create, launch, and produce podcasts that grow their business and impact the world.

Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com