Immigration Case Evaluation
Contact an EB1A, EB1B and NIW Lawyer
Request an evaluation of your education, research, publications, citations, judging, patents, professional recognition, employment history and proposed work in the United States.
Discuss Your Employment Based Green Card Options
The Messersmith Law Firm represents PhD holders, doctoral students, postdoctoral researchers, professors, scientists, engineers, physicians, technology professionals, entrepreneurs, artists and other advanced degree professionals in U.S. immigration matters.
A consultation can help determine whether your background may support an EB1A extraordinary ability petition, an employer sponsored EB1B outstanding professor or researcher petition, an EB2 National Interest Waiver petition, or another employment based immigration strategy.
The firm handles federal immigration matters for clients throughout the United States and abroad. An in-person visit to the Orlando office is not required for most case evaluations or representation.
Contact Information
Telephone
305-515-0613
Fax
407-217-7738
Orlando Office
390 N Orange Ave, Suite 2300
Orlando, FL 32801
Request an Immigration Case Evaluation
Complete the form below with enough information for the firm to understand the type of immigration assistance you are seeking.
Helpful Information to Include
- Your current country of residence and immigration status
- Your highest degree and field of study
- Your current position and proposed work in the United States
- Publication and citation information
- Peer review, judging or editorial activity
- Patents, implementations or important professional contributions
- Awards, media coverage, memberships or leadership roles
- Any filing deadline, status expiration or urgent issue
Do not submit confidential documents through this initial form. The firm may request your CV, publication record or other documents after reviewing your inquiry.
Submitting this form, sending an email or leaving a voicemail does not create an attorney-client relationship. Do not send confidential or time sensitive information unless the firm has agreed to represent you. The firm may be unable to accept a matter because of a conflict of interest or another reason.
Who May Benefit From a Case Evaluation?
Researchers and Academics
PhD holders, doctoral candidates, postdoctoral researchers, professors and research scientists evaluating EB1A, EB1B or NIW options.
Industry Professionals
Engineers, software professionals, data scientists, physicians, pharmaceutical professionals and business leaders with evidence of impact beyond routine job duties.
Applicants With Difficult Issues
Applicants considering parallel filings, responding to an RFE or denial, changing employers, or evaluating how a petition may affect current nonimmigrant status.
What Happens After You Contact the Firm?
1
Initial Review
The firm reviews the information you provide and checks whether the inquiry can be considered further.
2
Consultation or Document Request
You may be asked to schedule a consultation or provide selected documents for a more informed evaluation.
3
Strategy Discussion
The attorney can discuss potential classifications, strengths, weaknesses, evidence and filing considerations.
4
Representation Agreement
Representation begins only after the firm accepts the matter and both parties execute a written agreement.
Frequently Asked Questions About Contacting the Firm
Do I need a PhD to contact the firm?
No. A PhD may be relevant to some cases, but EB1A and NIW classifications are not limited to PhD holders. The firm also evaluates qualifying professionals, entrepreneurs, artists and other individuals without doctoral degrees.
Can the firm represent me if I do not live in Florida?
Yes. U.S. immigration law is federal, and the firm handles immigration matters for clients throughout the United States and abroad, subject to the facts of the matter and the firm’s acceptance of representation.
Should I send my entire immigration file through the form?
No. Provide a useful summary first. Do not upload or send confidential records unless the firm requests them and provides appropriate instructions.
Does submitting the form create an attorney-client relationship?
No. An attorney-client relationship begins only if the firm accepts the matter and a written representation agreement is executed.
Can the firm guarantee that my petition will be approved?
No. An attorney can evaluate eligibility, identify risk, develop evidence and prepare legal arguments, but no lawyer can guarantee how USCIS or another government agency will decide a case.
What if I have an urgent filing deadline?
State the exact deadline in your inquiry and call the office. Contacting the firm does not guarantee that it can accept the matter or act before the deadline, so continue protecting your rights and do not assume the firm represents you.
Start With a Focused Evaluation of Your Immigration Options
Provide a concise summary of your background, immigration goals and any approaching deadlines. The firm can then determine whether a consultation or additional review may be appropriate.