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Work Visas

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Immigration Attorney Carl Rothrock standing in front of the bar he rebuilt after Hurricane Charlie. Carl is a licensed Florida Contractor in addition to being a licensed attorney. He understands the day to day struggles of the small business owner.

Carl Rothrock is a U.S. business immigration attorney who has successfully filed work visas for applicants from all over the world. He has offices throughout Florida, including Naples, Fort Myers, Miami, and Boca Raton.  He has filed thousands of cases, including EB1, EB2, NIW, EB3, EB5, O, P, H1B, and TN applications.  In addition to being a licensed attorney, Carl is also a licensed Florida Building Contractor and has developed several real estate developments throughout Florida. As a small business owner, he understands the frustrations of the small business owner. Good workers are hard to find, and they are harder to keep. Many foreigners want to achieve the American dream and will work hard to prove themselves. They bring with them richness and culture of their countries and are eager to please their employer if given a chance.

Permanent Work Visas

An employer may sponsor an employee for a permanent job.  The permanent residence card is also known as a “green card.”  If the petition is approved, the employee’s spouse and children under 21 may also receive green cards.  There are three primary categories of business visas.  The first is the “EB1,” visa.  The second is the “EB2” visa.  The third is the “EB3” visa.  The government limits the number of visas each year in each category by country of citizenship as well as type of visa.  Some of these categories require the applicant to have a job offer while others do not. Visit our pages for these visas to learn more.

Temporary Work Visas

In addition to sponsoring an employee for permanent residence, an employer may sponsor an employee to work for a temporary duration.  Most categories require the employee to hold a professional degree, license, or high level of skill.  Common types of temporary visas are the TN Visa, the E1 and E2 treaty visas, the L visa, the O visa, the P visa, and the H1B visa. The employee’s spouse and children under 21 may accompany the employee to the United States.  Many foreigners enter the US. under the temporary work visa until they can locate an employer who will sponsor them for permanent employment. The Rothrock Law Firm has counseled many clients to achieve this goal.

Work Visas for Unskilled Laborers

The U.S. government allots a very small percentage of permanent work visas for people who have unskilled labor. If people who work unskilled jobs wish to gain permanent residents in the United States, they often enter the United States to work temporarily. Eventually, they meet and marry a U.S. citizen. Once they marry a citizen, they obtain a green card through marriage.  The H2B program and the J1 Exchange program allow unskilled workers to find temporary work in the United States. At this time, it is very difficult to find permanent employment in the U.S. through a work visa for unskilled workers.

Schedule a Consultation with an Experienced Immigration Attorney Today

Carl Rothrock is an experienced Florida immigration lawyer with offices in Naples, Fort Myers, and Boca Raton, Florida.   He has been licensed to practice law since 1989 and has successfully filed business visa applications for people all over the world.  Mr. Rothrock is admitted to practice before all Immigration Courts in the United States.  He provides representation to clients within and outside the U.S.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call Rothrock Immigration Lawyer today.

EB2 Visa

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Carl Rothrock EB2 attorney

Carl Rothrock, EB2 lawyer

EB2 visa.  Florida immigration lawyer Carl Rothrock has successfully filed thousands of cases, including EB2 visas.  A foreign citizen may qualify for an EB2 visa if he or she possesses an advanced degree, has exceptional ability, or qualifies under a National Interest Waiver.  If USCIS approves the application, the applicant and his or her spouse and children may receive permanent resident cards and can apply for citizenship after five years.  There are three categories of an EB2 visa in which the foreign citizen may apply:  1) Advanced Degree, 2) Exceptional Ability, and 3) National Interest Waiver

EB2 Visa: Advanced Degree | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer Naples, Fort Myers, Miami, Boca Raton

  • An employer must sponsor an employee for an EB2 visa requiring an advanced degree.
  • The U.S, government limits the number of approved visas in this category to approximately 40,000 visas per year.  Further, the government limits the number of immigrants by country.  Citizens of China, India, the Philippines, and Mexico typically experience long waiting periods when they apply for this visa.  Other countries do not experience significant wait times.  Click this link to see current waiting times for immigrant visas.
  • The available job must require an advanced degree or relevant work experience. The applicant may have a master’s degree (or foreign equivalent) or a bachelor’s degree plus five years of work experience.
  • Prior to filing an I140 Employment Based Petition, an employer must usually file two preliminary applications.  First, the employer must file a Prevailing Wage Determination and must pay the foreign employee a minimum amount determined by the government.  Second, the employer must obtain “Foreign Labor Certification,” a process by which the government certifies that there are not enough qualified Americans to perform the job. The Labor Certification process currently takes several months.
  • Most occupations require Labor Certification. Nurses and physical therapists with advanced degrees do not.
  • The foreign employee’s spouse and children under 21 are also eligible for permanent resident cards if the employee’s EB2 visa is approved.

EB2 Visa: Exceptional Ability | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer Naples, Fort Myers, Miami, Boca Raton

  • The applicant must demonstrate that he or she has an exceptional ability in the sciences, arts, or business. Exceptional ability means “a degree of expertise significantly above that ordinarily encountered in the sciences, arts, or business.”
  • An employer must sponsor an employee in this category.
  • Most applicants in this category hold a doctorate degree.
  • The government requires both Labor Certification and Prevailing Wage Determination unless it waives labor certification.
  • An Applicant must prove at least three of the criteria listed below:
  • Official academic record showing a degree, diploma, certificate, or similar award from a college, university, school, or other institution of learning relating to the area of exceptional ability
  • Letters documenting at least 10 years of full-time experience in the occupation
  • Professional license
  • Salary history reflecting the applicant’s exceptional ability
  • Membership in a professional association(s)
  • Recognition for achievements and significant contributions to the applicant’s industry or field by peers, government entities, professional or business organizations
  • Other comparable evidence of eligibility is also acceptable.

The EB2 Visa: National Interest Waiver (NIW) | Rothrock Immigration Lawyer Naples, Fort Myers, Miami, Boca Raton

  • Visit our EB2 NIW page for additional information about the EB2 NIW visa.
  • Unlike the category for extraordinary ability, National Interest Waiver applicants are not required to obtain Labor Certification. Applicants must show that the necessity of labor certification can be waived because it is in the interest of the United States.
  • Most approved applications in this category are in the field of science, and most applicants possess a doctorate degree.
  • Applicants in this category may file their own I140 Employment Based Petition. They do not need an employer to sponsor them.
  • The spouse and child of the applicant is eligible for permanent residence if the applicant is approved.

Choose a Qualified EB2 Visa Immigration Attorney to Represent your Interests

Immigration attorney Carl Rothrock has successfully represented thousands of immigration clients from more than 100 countries, including EB2 applicants.    He has been licensed since 1989 and is admitted to practice before the Board of Immigration Appeals and all Immigration Courts in the United States. He has received numerous awards and recognitions as an immigration lawyer.  To schedule a free initial consultation, call the Rothrock Law Firm at 239-206-2363.

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About Us: Rothrock Immigration Lawyer | E2 Visa | L Visa | EB2NIW | Naples | Boca Raton | Miami | Florida | USA

Carl Rothrock:  Licensed for 34 years

Carl Rothrock is an immigration attorney with offices in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, Miami, Boca Raton, and Fort Lauderdale, Florida.  He has thirty-four years of experience practicing law and has represented thousands of clients from over 100 countries.   Several organizations have recognized Carl Rothrock’s achievements throughout the years.

  • Carl Rothrock, Immigration Attorney in Fort Myers

    Carl Rothrock, Immigration Attorney in Ft. Myers, Naples, and Miami

    “AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell.”  For more than 130 years, Martindale-Hubbell has been evaluating attorneys for their strong legal ability and high ethical standards through a Peer Review Rating system.  Martindale Hubbell has rated Carl Rothrock as AV Preeminent®, which is the highest peer rating standard. This is given to attorneys who are ranked at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards by their peers.

“10 Rating” by Avvo.  Avvo.com is an online marketplace for legal services, that provides lawyer referrals and access to a database of legal information consisting primarily of previously answered questions. The Avvo Rating is the company’s effort to evaluate a lawyer’s background based on the information available in an attorney’s Avvo profile. The company gave Carl Rothrock a “10” rating, which is its highest rating.

Some of Carl’s other recognitions include the following:

  • “Top Rated Lawyers in Florida, Immigration,” Lawyers of Distinction, as published in Forbes and the New York Times.
  • “Top 10 Immigration Attorneys, Florida,”  Best of the Best Attorneys
  • “Top 10 Immigration Attorneys, Florida,” the American Institute of Legal Counsel
  • “Top 10 Immigration Attorneys, Florida,” Attorney and Practice Magazine
  • “Top Immigration Attorneys, Florida,” The Top 100 Lawyers
  • “Top Ranking Immigration Law Firms in Florida,” American Association of Attorney Advocates
  • “Immigration Lawyer of the Year, USA,” Lawyer Monthly’s Legal Awards.

Carl Rothrock is admitted to appear before all immigration courts in the United States and the Board of Immigration appeals.  In addition, he is admitted to practice before all tax courts in the United States and the Northern and Southern District Courts of Texas. He is licensed by the State Bar of Texas.

Mr. Rothrock represents clients in family, business, and investment immigration matters.  Prior to practicing immigration law, he served as a complex litigation consultant to the defense teams of many Fortune 100 companies, including Shell Oil, British Petroleum, Chevron, Chesapeake Energy, Bank of America, UBS Bank of Switzerland, Johnson & Johnson, American Airlines and Walmart.  He also acted as counsel for over 800 clients in a defective product litigation involving defective construction materials.

Mr. Rothrock is also a licensed Florida residential building contractor with project management expertise in residential, commercial and marine site development and construction.  He is a subject matter expert in defective products and construction defects and has testified as an expert in construction defect trials. He has acted as counsel for over 800 clients in a defective product litigation involving defective construction materials.

Always one to work hard, Mr. Rothrock attended Florida Atlantic University on a full scholarship while working two jobs.  He attended South Texas College of Law while maintaining full time employment.  He clerked for Judge Louis Moore in Houston, Texas, before entering private practice.

Mr. Rothrock is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the Academy of International Business.  He enjoys scuba diving, boating, and rescuing animals.

Radha Rothrock:  Immigration Lawyer licensed for 28 years

Radha Rothrock Immigration Attorney in Fort Myers

Radha Rothrock, Immigration Attorney in Fort Myers, Naples, and Miami

Radha Rothrock is an immigration attorney licensed in Florida and Texas.  Ms. Rothrock has been licensed to practice law by the Supreme Court of Texas since 1995 and the Supreme Court of Florida since 1999. 

Radha Rothrock has received numerous awards and recognition for her legal work, including the following:

Martindale Hubbell has rated Radha Rothrock as AV Preeminent®, which is the highest peer rating standard. This is given to attorneys who are ranked at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards by their peers.

“10 Rating” by Avvo.  Avvo.com is an online marketplace for legal services, that provides lawyer referrals and access to a database of legal information consisting primarily of previously answered questions. The Avvo Rating is the company’s effort to evaluate a lawyer’s background based on the information available in an attorney’s Avvo profile. The company gave Radha Rothrock a “10” rating, which is its highest rating.

  • “Top Rated Lawyers in Florida, Taxation,” Lawyers of Distinction, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023, as published in Forbes and the New York Times.
  • Named “Who’s Who in America” by Marquis Publishing.
  • America’s Most Honored Lawyers, 2020, (Top 5%), 2019 (Top 10%)

In addition to maintaining a private practice, Radha has served as the lead attorney for the State of Florida Department of Children and Families in Naples, Florida, where she tried termination of parental rights cases involving children that were severely abused.

She is admitted to the State Bars of Texas and Florida, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida, and the United States Tax and Immigration Courts in all fifty states.   She has been appointed by the chief judges in ten out of twenty circuit courts in Florida to handle juvenile dependency and termination of parental rights cases and has submitted appellate briefs to the Courts of Appeal in the first, second, and third districts in Florida.  Several of her cases have been published.

Ms. Rothrock received her J.D. from South Texas College of Law in Houston, Texas, in 1994.  The law school is nationally acclaimed for its moot court program.  Ms. Rothrock was a quarterfinalist in the Leroy Jeffers Moot Court Competition while at South Texas College of Law and her appellate brief was voted top three in the competition.  While at South Texas, Ms. Rothrock served as research assistant to Professor Bruce Burton and helped edit his real estate finance textbook.  She received her LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Denver in 2002.

Radha maintained full time employment while obtaining her LL.M.

Ms. Rothrock’s family immigrated to the United States from India in 1967.  Ms. Rothrock was the second person from her family born in the United States.  She enjoys photography and rescuing animals.