Episode Summary
In this episode of US Immigrant: Journey, Opportunities, and Challenges, host Kevin Rosenquist sits down with immigration attorney Edwin Fogam to discuss the impact of family-based visas on businesses hiring foreign workers. Edwin, with over 25 years of legal experience, breaks down the intersection of family-based and employment-based immigration, explaining the challenges, benefits, and legal pathways available for businesses and workers.
Topics include how family-based visas affect employee retention, the role of employers in facilitating family immigration, and the legal complexities of these visa categories. If you're an employer looking to hire foreign talent or a worker navigating the immigration system, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you make informed decisions.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome to US Immigrant: Journey, Opportunities, and Challenges
00:02 – Introduction of guest, attorney Edwin Fogam
00:32 – How family-based and employment-based visas intersect
01:38 – The impact of family members on an employee’s decision to stay in the US
02:31 – Can family members join a worker in the US under a family-based visa?
03:47 – Challenges for businesses hiring workers with family-based immigration cases
04:43 – What happens if a family-based visa is delayed or denied?
05:49 – Understanding H-4 visas for family members of H-1B workers
07:09 – Do family-based visa categories affect a company’s ability to sponsor foreign workers?
08:08 – How employers can assist in family-based immigration cases
10:22 – How an immigration attorney helps businesses and workers navigate the process
11:12 – Why immigration law is more complex than it seems
12:12 – Do employers inquire about family-based visas when hiring foreign workers?
13:24 – Why hiring an immigration attorney is crucial in today’s legal climate
13:46 – Closing thoughts & how to connect with Edwin Fogam
About the Show:
US Immigrant: Journey, Opportunities, and Challenges is a podcast dedicated to helping individuals and businesses navigate the US immigration system. Hosted by Kevin Rosenquist, the show features expert insights from experienced immigration attorneys to guide listeners through the legal, professional, and personal aspects of immigration.
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