Serna & Associates, PLLC. is experienced in filing a broad range of temporary work visas, at the U.S. embassies and consulates around the world, and in changing visa status within the United States. There are several ways to get permanent residence (green card) in the United States. The most common are employment-based, having a particular skill set or family-based.

Serna & Associates, PLLC. are a team of immigration lawyers who understand the corporate immigration needs of your industry. We combine the skills and credentials of a large firm with the personal attention you and your international employees deserve. You deserve:

• Experienced attorneys in immigration law
• Immigration policy, strategic planning and compliance experience
• Advanced online resources
• Seamless integration of U.S. and global visa services
• Flexibility to meet tight deadlines and resolve problems quickly
• Full availability by phone, email, or in person

Employment-based permanent residence
Is based on a job offer from a U.S. employer or high achievement in a specific area. The five categories of employment-based permanent residence include: priority workers, professionals with advanced degrees, professionals and skilled workers, religious workers and investors.

1. First Preference (Priority workers)
   • Extraordinary Ability (EB-1)
   • Outstanding Researchers and Professors (EB-1)
   • International Executive and Managers (EB-1)
     
     
2. Second Preference (Advanced degree and exceptional ability)
   • Advanced degree professionals (EB-2)
   • Exceptional Ability (EB-2)
     
     
3. Third Preference (Professionals and skilled workers)
   
   • Skilled Workers (EB-3)
   • Professionals holding a bachelor’s degree (EB-3)
     
     
4. Fourth Preference (Religious Workers)
   • Religious Workers EB-4)
     
     
5. Fifth Preference (Investors)
   • Employment creation investors (EB-5)