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H-1B Visa Attorneys for Houston Employers and Employees
H-1B Visa Attorneys for Houston Employers and Employees
H-1B Visa Petition Guidance
Employer-Sponsored Green Card Petitions
PERM Labor Certification Planning
Work Visa & Employment Immigration Matters
PERM Labor Certification Lawyers for Houston Employers
Faragalla Law prepares H-1B petitions, work-based green card strategies, and filing documentation around the skilled employees your company needs to grow.
Are You Facing These Challenges?
- Hiring a Skilled Professional? We structure H-1B petitions around the role, wage requirements, specialty occupation evidence, and the worker’s qualifications.
- Working Toward Long-Term Sponsorship? We connect temporary work visa planning with PERM labor certification and employment-based green card strategy.
- Managing Filing Deadlines? We organize the petition timeline, employer records, and supporting evidence before key immigration deadlines create pressure.
- Preparing for PERM Labor Certification? We review job requirements, recruitment steps, prevailing wage issues, and documentation for the green card process.
We Provide:
- H-1B Visa Strategy & Petition Support
- Employer Sponsorship Planning
- PERM Labor Certification Guidance
- Employment-Based Green Card Planning
- USCIS Petition Evidence Preparation
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For more than 27 years, Faragalla Law has guided individuals, families, professionals, entrepreneurs, and investors through complex U.S. immigration matters.
How Our Process Works
After initiating an application or petition, consulting an immigration attorney will help identify potential challenges or delays.
Start With an Initial Consultation
Contact our team for an introductory consultation. We will address your questions, assess your situation, and outline what to expect next.
Receive a Case Assessment
Our attorneys review your immigration documentation, identifying any gaps or risks. We will explain our strategy and walk you through our recommended course of action.
We Handle the Rest
Our team manages the remaining process, ensuring your case is positioned for success. You will receive steady guidance and clear updates, allowing you to feel confident about the outcome.
Client Testimonials
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"I am incredibly grateful to this immigration law firm for helping me achieve my E-2 visa approval. This journey was stressful and emotional, but SAM Faragalla and his entire team supported me every step of the way. Their dedication, professionalism, and genuine care made all the difference. I truly felt they believed in my case and worked tirelessly for my success. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for changing my life."
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"I am incredibly grateful to this immigration law firm for helping me achieve my E-2 visa approval. This journey was stressful and emotional, but SAM Faragalla and his entire team supported me every step of the way. Their dedication, professionalism, and genuine care made all the difference. I truly felt they believed in my case and worked tirelessly for my success. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for changing my life."
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"I have had a very positive experience with Faragalla Law. They are very friendly and knowledgeable of the US Immigration policies and procedures. They always keep me informed of the progress with applying for the Citizenship and/or Green Card extensions. The Lawyer, Sam Faragalla always makes himself available to speak with me and gives me proper advice on the entire process. His Paralegal Jahy Khier always answers the call to help or answer the questions and give me great advice. The other secretaries always take messages and pass it on to the correct parties. I highly recommend this firm for all your immigration work in the USA because you will be in good hands."
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"I had a great experience working with Sam on my E-2 visa from Canada. After dealing with two unresponsive attorneys, Sam was a huge relief—always responsive, professional, and reliable. He consistently answered my calls or followed up within a few hours. His fees were reasonable, and the level of service was truly five-star. Thank you, Sam, for your outstanding support and guidance throughout the process. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of an immigration attorney."
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"We had a good experience working with Sam and Jahy. Sam laid out the groundwork in the beginning and Jahy kept us informed as to how to respond to our immigration forms. Jahy answered all of our questions in a timely manner. Faragalla Law firm was a good choice for us."
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"My relative got detained and we called a few law firms. Out of all of them, Sam was the most knowledgeable. He was able to get my uncle released and we are forever grateful."
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"I initially hesitated to work with Sam because he was blunt and honest, while other attorneys made big promises. In hindsight, I realized that his straightforwardness was a strength. The other lawyers ended up charging me extra for services I didn't need, while he provided clear and realistic advice. I wish I had gone with him from the start. If you want someone who tells it like it is, he's a great choice!"
Founding Partner
Sam Faragalla, Esq.
After receiving his Juris Doctor from New York Law School in 1997, Sam Faragalla began his career at Baker McKenzie, one of the world’s leading international law firms. Since founding Faragalla Law in 2000, he has focused his practice on immigration law, using his legal acumen, strategic judgment, and empathetic approach to advocate for individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and investors navigating the complexities of the U.S. immigration system. Sam insists on a personalized approach because every immigration matter carries distinct risks and potentially life-changing consequences. He takes the time to understand what is truly at stake for each client, then develops a legal strategy designed to pursue the strongest possible outcome.
- New York Bar Admission - 1998
- New York Law School, Juris Doctor – 1997
- Hofstra University, Bachelor of Business Admin - 1991
- Member – American Immigration Lawyers Association
Common Questions About Work-Based Immigration Law in Houston
An H-1B visa allows a U.S. employer to sponsor a qualified worker for a specialty occupation that generally requires at least a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field. The process can involve registration timing, wage rules, employer documentation, USCIS petition preparation, and evidence showing that both the job and the worker qualify. For employers and professionals, business immigration lawyers in Houston can help organize the filing strategy before important deadlines are missed.
The H-1B timeline can depend on registration periods, USCIS processing times, whether premium processing is available, and whether the petition receives a Request for Evidence. Employers also need time to gather job descriptions, wage information, company records, and worker credentials before filing. A clear plan with a knowledgeable Texas-based H-1B lawyer can help the employer and employee understand the expected timeline and avoid last-minute filing problems.
Yes, many employers can sponsor employees for employment-based green cards, but the right process depends on the position, the employee’s qualifications, and the green card category involved. Some cases require PERM labor certification before the employer can file the immigrant petition, while others may follow a different employment-based path. This is where an employment-based immigration attorney can help determine whether sponsorship is realistic and what steps the employer should prepare for first.
PERM labor certification is a process many employers must complete before sponsoring a foreign worker for certain employment-based green cards. It generally requires the employer to test the U.S. labor market, follow recruitment steps, meet prevailing wage requirements, and document that the position is ready for sponsorship. Before the process begins, a PERM labor certification attorney can evaluate the job requirements and identify issues that could slow down the case.
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