Success Story: Premium Processing EB1-A Approval for a Postdoc Researcher in Astrophysics

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On March 13th, we at Chen Immigration Law Associates received another EB1-A (Aliens of Extraordinary Ability) Approval for a Postdoc researcher specializing in Astrophysics. Approval Notice)


General Field: Astrophysics Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Research Associate National Origin: China Service Center: Texas Processing Time: 6 days state residing at the time of filing: MA (Massachusetts)


EB1-A cases require the following criteria to be met: extraordinary ability, continued work in the field of endeavor with substantial prospective benefit and national/international acclaim of recognized achievements. To win an extraordinary ability case requires extensive documentation and excellent petition skills of which we at Chen Immigration Law Associates have demonstrated by our impressive approval rates of EB1-A cases (over 98% for guaranteed cases).

For this case, we argued this petitioner has met at least 4 of the criteria set forth by the immigration law. In addition, we argued that this client had indeed risen to the top of their field of endeavor and had sustained national and international acclaim on their achievements and was recognized in the field as a leading expert.

In order to demonstrate that this client’s work was extraordinary, we at Chen Immigration Law Associates drafted four independent recommendation letters which were reviewed, edited and signed by the recommenders. These prominent researchers provided expert testimony to the significant impact of this clients work in astrophysics. These letters contained unbiased opinions from some of the world’s most eminent researchers in our client’s field of study.

In addition, we at Chen Immigration Law Associates demonstrated that this client met the published material criterion and was indeed extraordinary in their field of endeavor. We presented as evidence this client’s 7 conference presentations and proceedings as well as their 47 peer-reviewed scientific articles appearing in prestigious international journals. We at Chen Immigration Law Associates are skilled in assessing each client’s individual needs and presenting them to ensure that the strengths of the client are clear and concise. Finally, drawing upon this skill and experience, we at Chen Immigration Law Associates cited relevant AAO (Administrative Appeals Office) decisions to further document the evidence necessary to gain approval for this client’s EB1A petition.

Using this proven strategy, while correctly articulating the importance surrounding this client’s valued work, we at Chen Immigration Law Associates were able to secure approval for this petition on February 27th, 2013.

With this in consideration, it is important to emphasize that the processes and expertise practiced by Chen Immigration Law Associates. Not only do we develop the best possible strategies for each case, but we execute these strategies with the utmost effectiveness!