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Securing a National Interest Waiver (NIW) green card under the EB2 NIW category requires a well-prepared application and strong legal arguments. At Kulen Law Firm, our experienced EB2 NIW lawyers help professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs, and highly skilled individuals obtain a green card without employer sponsorship through the EB2 NIW petition. As an EB2 NIW attorney, we understand the complex requirements of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and craft compelling petitions that demonstrate why your work is in the national interest of the United States. Whether you are in STEM, business, healthcare, or academia, our EB2 NIW immigration lawyers provide strategic guidance to maximize your approval chances.
Applying for an EB2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) green card is a complex legal process that requires substantial evidence, strategic argumentation, and a deep understanding of U.S. immigration laws. While the EB2 NIW category allows foreign professionals to self-petition without employer sponsorship, USCIS scrutinizes applications carefully, and many petitions face denials or Requests for Evidence (RFEs) due to weak documentation or unclear national interest justification.
Hiring an experienced EB2 NIW lawyer significantly increases your chances of success. Here’s how we assist our clients at Kulen Law Firm:
At Kulen Law Firm, our team of NIW immigration lawyers has successfully helped professionals secure their green cards through the EB2 National Interest Waiver process. We provide:
Proven Success in EB2 NIW Petitions
– High approval rates for self-petition applicants.
Personalized Legal Strategies
– Every client receives a customized approach based on their unique qualifications.Transparent and Fixed Attorney Fees
– No hidden costs, with upfront pricing based on case complexity.
End-to-End Support
– From preparing your petition to handling responses from USCIS, we are with you throughout the process.Hiring a skilled EB2 NIW attorney is essential to navigating the complexities of USCIS adjudication and ensuring your petition meets all legal requirements. Let Kulen Law Firm help you achieve your U.S. immigration goals through a well-prepared and legally sound EB2 NIW application.
The EB2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) green card is a unique immigration pathway that allows highly skilled professionals to obtain U.S. permanent residency without needing an employer sponsor or a labor certification (PERM). This category falls under the Employment-Based Second Preference (EB2) visa but includes a special waiver that exempts applicants from the traditional job offer and labor certification requirements if their work is deemed to be in the national interest of the United States.
To be eligible for an EB2 NIW petition, you must meet both EB2 visa requirements and the National Interest Waiver criteria:
Your work must meet the three-prong test established by USCIS:
While the EB2 NIW application does not require employer sponsorship, it requires a strong legal argument demonstrating how your work benefits the United States. Our EB2 NIW attorneys at Kulen Law Firm specialize in building compelling petitions that meet USCIS requirements and maximize approval chances.
To successfully obtain a National Interest Waiver (NIW) green card, you must meet the eligibility requirements under the EB2 category and demonstrate that your work serves the national interest of the United States. At Kulen Law Firm, our EB2 NIW lawyers carefully analyze each applicant’s background to determine their eligibility and craft a strong petition that maximizes their chances of approval.
To qualify for an EB2 NIW green card, you must meet at least one of the following:
USCIS requires EB2 NIW applicants to meet the Dhanasar Three-Prong Test, which evaluates whether waiving the traditional labor certification requirement is justified:
Our EB2 NIW attorneys have successfully represented professionals from diverse fields, including:
If you are unsure whether you meet the EB2 NIW eligibility requirements, our NIW immigration lawyers can evaluate your profile and provide a strategic roadmap to building a compelling petition.
At Kulen Law Firm, our experienced EB2 NIW lawyers provide comprehensive legal services to help professionals secure their National Interest Waiver green card efficiently and successfully. The EB2 NIW process requires a strong legal argument, extensive documentation, and a thorough understanding of USCIS adjudication standards—our NIW attorneys ensure your petition meets all requirements for the highest chance of approval.
Case Evaluation & Eligibility Assessment
Strategic Petition Preparation
Comprehensive Documentation Review
Handling USCIS Requests for Evidence (RFEs)
Legal Support Through the Entire NIW Process
Hiring a knowledgeable EB2 NIW lawyer is crucial to ensuring that your petition is strong, persuasive, and fully compliant with USCIS guidelines. Our legal team at Kulen Law Firm has a proven track record of helping professionals successfully obtain NIW green cards.
At Kulen Law Firm, we believe in clear and upfront pricing for all our immigration services. Our EB2 NIW attorneys provide a fixed and transparent fee structure, ensuring you understand the costs involved as you begin your National Interest Waiver green card journey.
We offer fixed and transparent attorney fees, ensuring you have a clear understanding of the costs involved as you begin your immigration journey. Our fees are based on the complexity of your case, and after thoroughly evaluating your situation, we will provide a customized quote.
No Hidden Costs
– Our NIW attorneys provide a fixed-fee structure, so you know exactly what to expect.High Success Rate
– We have helped numerous professionals secure EB2 NIW approvals through well-prepared petitions.Flexible Payment Plans Available
– We understand that immigration processes can be costly, and we offer payment options to make legal services more accessible.At Kulen Law Firm, our experienced EB2 NIW lawyers have successfully helped professionals from diverse industries secure their National Interest Waiver (NIW) green cards. Each case presents unique challenges, but with our expert legal strategies, we ensure that our clients submit strong and compelling petitions that meet USCIS standards.
Here are some real success stories from clients who obtained their EB2 NIW approvals with our legal assistance:
Challenge:
Dr. Patel, an AI and data science researcher, needed a self-petition green card under EB2 NIW but was unsure if his academic work met the national interest waiver criteria.
Solution:
Our EB2 NIW attorneys at Kulen Law Firm built a strong petition highlighting his research’s impact on U.S. technological advancement. We provided compelling recommendation letters and a well-drafted petition letter that met the three-prong NIW test.
Outcome:
USCIS approved Dr. Patel’s NIW petition without an RFE, allowing him to apply for a green card.
Challenge:
Sarah, a fintech entrepreneur, wanted to transition from an E-2 investor visa to a green card but did not have employer sponsorship.
Solution:
Our NIW immigration lawyers demonstrated how her startup’s financial technology innovations significantly benefit the U.S. economy. We structured her EB2 NIW petition around her business's economic impact, job creation, and industry contributions.
Outcome:
Sarah’s petition was approved, and she obtained her green card without needing an employer sponsor.
Challenge:
Dr. Chen, a physician specializing in rural healthcare, wanted a green card through the EB2 NIW pathway but was concerned about proving her national interest contributions.
Solution:
Our EB2 NIW attorneys provided a petition strategy that emphasized her critical role in improving healthcare accessibility for underserved populations. We included strong supporting letters from medical organizations and public health reports.
Outcome:
Dr. Chen’s petition was approved, and she successfully transitioned to a green card holder.
These success stories showcase the importance of working with an experienced EB2 NIW lawyer to craft a strong petition that aligns with USCIS requirements. Whether you are in STEM, business, healthcare, or academia, our NIW attorneys are here to help you secure your green card without employer sponsorship.