How early should employers start the immigration process?

The best outcomes happen when planning starts months in advance. We help you map filing windows, compliance steps, and recruitment timelines so hiring goals stay on track.

Do you help both companies and individual professionals?

Yes. We advise employers, founders, and employees on visa strategy, green card planning, and employer compliance to support long-term success.

What visas are most common for business immigration?

Popular options include H-1B, L-1, E-2, TN, and PERM-based green cards. The right path depends on role, company structure, and timing.

What is the H-1B lottery and when does it apply?

Most H-1B petitions are subject to an annual cap with a lottery. Cap-exempt employers — such as universities, nonprofits, and research institutions — can file at any time. If your employer is subject to the cap, timing the petition to the lottery window is critical.

How long does the PERM process take?

PERM timelines vary based on audit risk and Department of Labor workload. The recruitment process alone typically takes several months before filing. Planning well in advance of the priority date or green card timeline is essential.

Can an employee change employers while on an H-1B?

Yes, through H-1B portability. The employee must have an approved or pending H-1B and the new employer must file a transfer petition. We help both employers and employees manage the timing and compliance of H-1B transfers.

How much does an immigration attorney cost in the Lehigh Valley?

Most immigration matters at Lehigh Valley Immigration Law are handled on a flat-fee basis disclosed in writing before representation begins. We offer a free 30-minute case review for every prospective client and provide payment plans for most matters. Specific fees are discussed during your free consultation.

Do you offer free immigration consultations?

Yes. We provide a free 30-minute case review for every prospective client, conducted in English or Spanish by phone, video, or in our Allentown office. Call (484) 763-4984 or schedule online to book.

¿Hablan español? Do you speak Spanish?

Yes. Lehigh Valley Immigration Law operates bilingually in English and Spanish. Consultations, documents, and ongoing case communication are available in either language.

What areas of immigration law do you handle?

We handle family-based petitions (I-130/I-485), consular processing, employment and business immigration (I-129/I-140), removal defense in Immigration Court, asylum and CAT, humanitarian relief (U-visa, T-visa, VAWA, TPS, SIJS), naturalization (N-400), federal and BIA appeals, and RFE/NOID responses.

Can you help me respond to a USCIS Request for Evidence (RFE)?

Yes. Our RFE Rescue line is a dedicated service for responding to USCIS Requests for Evidence (RFE), Notices of Intent to Deny (NOID), and Notices of Intent to Revoke (NOIR). We review the engagement within one business day and provide flat-fee pricing tailored to the complexity of the response.

How long does a marriage-based green card take in 2026?

For a U.S. citizen filing for a spouse already in the United States via concurrent I-130/I-485, USCIS processing is currently approximately 10 to 14 months for the green card itself, with an interim Employment Authorization Document (EAD) typically issued within 5 to 8 months of filing. Consular processing for a spouse abroad generally runs 12 to 18 months.

Can I work while my green card application is pending?

Yes. When you file Form I-485 (Adjustment of Status), you may concurrently file Form I-765 for an Employment Authorization Document (EAD). The EAD typically issues within 5 to 8 months of filing and authorizes lawful U.S. employment while the green card is pending.

Do you handle removal defense and Immigration Court cases?

Yes. We represent clients in removal proceedings before Immigration Judges, including bond hearings, cancellation of removal, asylum, withholding and Convention Against Torture claims, criminal-immigration analysis, and appeals to the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.

Do you serve clients outside Pennsylvania?

Yes. Our firm represents clients across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York for USCIS filings, and appears in Immigration Courts in the region. Most USCIS filings can be handled remotely without an in-person office visit.

What should I bring to my first immigration consultation?

Bring any USCIS notices you have received, current passport or other government ID, prior immigration filings if any, your most recent I-94 if applicable, marriage and birth certificates relevant to family-based cases, and any criminal records. If something is missing, do not delay scheduling — bring what you have and we will identify the rest.

Are you immigration lawyers based in Allentown, Pennsylvania?

Yes. Lehigh Valley Immigration Law LLC is a five-star immigration law firm based in Allentown, Pennsylvania. As Allentown, Pennsylvania immigration lawyers, we handle green cards, family petitions, citizenship and naturalization, and removal defense for clients across the Lehigh Valley, including Bethlehem and Easton, and throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York. Consultations are available in English and Spanish.

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Employment-Based Immigration Attorneys in Allentown, Pennsylvania

We help employers and professionals navigate H-1B, L-1, E-2, TN, PERM, and green card strategies so talent can live and work in the United States with confidence.

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Hiring StrategyChoose the visa path that fits the role, company, and timeline.

Green Card PlanningBuild a long-term approach for retention, sponsorship, and status security.

Compliance SupportReduce risk with clearer policies, process guidance, and filing consistency.

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Business immigration with clear timelines and realistic expectations.

At Lehigh Valley Immigration Law, we support both employers and foreign nationals with practical, business-minded immigration strategies that align with hiring needs, compliance requirements, and long-term plans for permanent residence.

We take time to understand your role, company structure, and immigration history, then recommend the visa or green card category that makes the most sense for your goals and risk tolerance.

Our firm provides clear communication, proactive case management, and interview preparation so executives, HR teams, and employees always know what comes next.

Role-specific planningStrategy is built around the position, business structure, and timing needs.

Employer alignmentWe help decision-makers, HR, and candidates stay on the same page.

Long-term thinkingVisa and green card planning are handled as part of a larger business roadmap.

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Talent crosses borders. Strategy makes it last.

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How We Help

Employment-based immigration services we provide.

We advise U.S. companies, startups, and foreign professionals on the full spectrum of employment-based visas and green card options.

Temporary work visas

H-1B specialty occupation petitions for professional roles

Intracompany transfers

L-1A and L-1B intracompany transfers for managers and specialized knowledge employees

Investor options

E-2 treaty investor visas for entrepreneurs and key personnel

North American professionals

TN applications for Canadian and Mexican professionals under USMCA

Permanent sponsorship

PERM labor certification for permanent sponsorship

Immigrant petitions

EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 immigrant petitions

Final stage filings

Employment-based adjustment of status and consular processing

Compliance counseling

Employer compliance counseling, including I-9 audits and policies

We also coordinate with tax advisors, corporate counsel, and HR leaders to ensure filings are accurate, consistent, and aligned with your broader business strategy.

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Start building a sustainable immigration strategy today.

Whether you are hiring one key employee or scaling an entire team, an early conversation can help you choose the right visa path and avoid costly delays.

During your consultation, we will review the position, candidate profile, company background, and timing needs, then outline a clear plan for visas, green cards, and compliance moving forward.

Position analysisClarify which visa categories fit the role and where the real constraints are.

Timeline mappingWork backward from start dates, business milestones, and renewal windows.

Growth planningCreate a more sustainable path for retention, compliance, and permanent residence.

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Every employment-based case is more than a visa — it's a hire that strengthens a company, a career that takes root in America. We help employers and professionals build that future, in English and in Spanish, across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York.

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