2024 AILA Investors and Entrepreneurs Conference & Webcast

Leveraging L-1 Intracompany Transferee Visas to Empower Small Business and Entrepreneurs

Compared to the high evidentiary standard for O-1s and specific nationality and ownership requirements of E-1s and E-2s, the L-1 visa stands out as a valuable option for small businesses and entrepreneurs seeking to expand their business in the United States. Speakers on this advanced panel, including Zabrina V. Reich, will discuss how to set entrepreneur clients up for success for new and future L-1 filings. They also will provide insights for practitioners advising clients on navigating the complexities and opportunities of L-1 visas.

• New office Ls: filing processes and common challenges for initial and extension petitions
• L-1A vs. L-1B: determining the most appropriate category for entrepreneurs, startup founders and key employees
• Current trends in L-1 visa Requests for Evidence (RFEs)
• Other current L-1 issues: recent policy changes, emerging trends and potential implications