Proven results in cross-border matters. First-chair ICC arbitration win of more than US$614,000 under Hong Kong law. Contributing author, ICLG Investor-State Arbitration 2027. Counsel to companies and investors across four continents.
Davy A. Karkason, Founding Attorney
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A business immigration lawyer clears the path for the people who drive your company: founders, executives, investors, and essential talent. Transnational Matters PLLC handles employment and investment based visas for companies expanding into the United States and for entrepreneurs building here. Because we also practice international business law, we structure the company and the visa together.
Business Visas We Handle
Our practice focuses on the visas that move business forward: the E-1 treaty trader visa for import and export businesses, the L-1A visa for executives transferring within a multinational company, and the E-2 and EB-5 investor visas for those who build with capital.
Choosing the Right Business Visa
The right category depends on your nationality, ownership structure, and goals. For example, treaty visas require qualifying nationality, the L-1A requires a year of employment abroad with a related company, and EB-5 leads directly to a green card. We map the options side by side, then execute the strongest one with a backup in reserve.
Corporate Support Behind Every Petition
Strong petitions rest on strong companies. We prepare the corporate records, business plans, and financial documentation officers expect, and we align the immigration filing with the deal documents when you acquire or launch a United States entity. Our general counsel services team keeps the company compliant after approval.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which visa is fastest for business owners?
E-1 and E-2 applications at a consulate are often the quickest route for treaty nationals, while L-1A petitions can use premium processing for a USCIS decision within weeks. Consular scheduling drives the real timeline.
Can my spouse work in the United States?
Yes. Spouses of E-1, E-2, and L-1 visa holders receive work authorization incident to their status, which makes these categories especially attractive for relocating families.
Does an E-2 visa lead to a green card?
Not directly. However, many investors scale their business into EB-5, or restructure operations to qualify for EB-1C as multinational executives. We plan the permanent path when we file the first visa.
Talk to a Business Immigration Lawyer
Timing drives these cases, from consular calendars to premium processing windows. Speak with a business immigration lawyer who thinks like corporate counsel. You can review official categories at USCIS, then call 305.417.9866 or use our contact page for a confidential consultation.
