Work Visa Attorney in Chicago — H-1B, O-1, and More

U.S. work visas enable foreign nationals to live and work in the United States in specific occupational categories. At Liberum Law, our work visa attorneys in Chicago help professionals, employers, and organizations navigate the complex work visa process across all major visa categories.

Our work visa practice covers H-1B Specialty Occupation Visas for professionals in fields requiring specialized knowledge and a bachelor’s degree, O-1 Extraordinary Ability Visas for individuals with demonstrated extraordinary ability or achievement in their field, E-3 Australian Professional Visas specifically for Australian nationals in specialty occupations, P-1 Athlete and Entertainer Visas for internationally recognized athletes, athletic teams, and entertainment groups, R-1 Religious Worker Visas for ministers, religious professionals, and workers in religious vocations, and J-1 Exchange Visitor Visas for individuals participating in approved exchange programs.

Each work visa category has unique eligibility requirements, application procedures, and strategic considerations. The H-1B, for example, is subject to an annual cap and lottery, requiring careful timing and planning. The O-1, by contrast, has no annual cap and can be processed on a premium timeline, but requires substantial evidence of extraordinary ability.

We work with both individual applicants and employer sponsors to develop visa strategies that align with career goals and business needs. Our attorneys handle initial visa petitions, extensions, amendments, changes of status, and employer changes.

Schedule a free consultation with our work visa attorneys at Liberum Law to discuss which visa category is right for your situation.