L-1 Intracompany Transferee
Transfer qualifying employees from foreign offices to U.S. operations
Why Work With Yingzhong Law
Attorney Jinwen Liu brings deep immigration expertise to every case.
1,000+ cases handled
10+ years practicing U.S. immigration law
Admitted in New York (2014); AILA member
Bilingual English & Chinese representation
We review each case before we accept it
Overview
The L-1 visa enables U.S. employers to transfer managers, executives, or specialized knowledge employees from affiliated foreign offices. It also allows foreign companies to send employees to establish a new U.S. office. Every matter begins with a candid eligibility and risk review, followed by a written filing strategy tailored to your facts and timeline.
Our Process
- 1
Qualifying relationship analysis between entities
- 2
Employee role and capacity documentation
- 3
I-129 petition preparation
- 4
Filing with USCIS (premium processing available)
- 5
Visa stamping at U.S. consulate if abroad
- 6
Extensions and L-1 to EB-1C green card transition
How We Work
Every case depends on its own facts. This is how we approach yours.
We build the legal argument from the evidence you actually have
We decline work we do not believe we can do well
You hear from us as the case moves, in English or Mandarin
Eligibility
- Qualifying relationship between foreign and U.S. entities (parent, subsidiary, affiliate, or branch)
- Employee worked abroad for at least 1 year within the past 3 years
- L-1A: Managerial or executive capacity
- L-1B: Specialized knowledge of company products, services, or procedures
What to Prepare
These are common intake documents. Exact requirements depend on your case details.
- Corporate relationship records for qualifying entities
- Detailed role descriptions for foreign and U.S. positions
- Evidence of one-year qualifying foreign employment
- Payroll, tax, and operational records for both entities
- New office plan and staffing roadmap when applicable
What to Expect
We set realistic expectations early and keep you informed at each milestone.
- L-1A and L-1B require different evidence strategies and legal framing
- New office petitions face closer scrutiny on staffing and growth plans
- Extension strategy should be prepared early, not near expiration
Why Choose Us
- Corporate structure analysis expertise
- Experience with both new office and established company petitions
- Coordinated L-1/EB-1C green card strategies
- Blanket L-1 petition experience for large companies
Common Reasons for Denial
We identify risks early so you can address them before filing.
Insufficient evidence of sustained acclaim or extraordinary ability
Weak nexus between proposed endeavor and national interest (NIW)
Inconsistent or incomplete documentation of achievements
Source-of-funds issues (EB-5 investor petitions)
Specialty occupation not clearly established (H-1B)
Our pre-filing audit catches these issues before USCIS does.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does an immigration lawyer do?
An immigration lawyer evaluates your eligibility, prepares and files petitions, responds to government requests, and provides practical guidance throughout the immigration process.
How much does it cost?
Fees vary by case type. We offer a free initial consultation to assess your case and provide a transparent fee quote.
How long does the process take?
Processing times depend on the petition type, government workload, and whether premium processing is available. We provide realistic timelines during your consultation.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your immigration goals and evaluate your options.
Important Legal Notice: Information on this page is general and not legal advice. Case outcomes depend on your facts, evidence quality, and government adjudication.