Success Stories: EB1-A Approval for a Photographer in 1 month

Posted by wegreened on June 10, 2013 in EB1 Green Card

Client’s testimonial:

I have no words to thank you enough for helping me in this process! Of course I will write a review recommending you and your firm. You are famous in the Dominican Republic because I have already recommended you to many of my friends here who want to do the same process I did.

On May 24th, 2013, we received another EB1A Approval for a Photographer (Approval Notice)

General Field: Photography Position at the Time of Case Filing: Photographer National Origin: Germany Service Center: Texas Service Center (TSC) State Residing at the Time of Filing: Florida Approval Notice Date: May 24, 2013 Processing Time: 1 month

Case Summary:

The average processing time for I-140 cases is 4-6 months. But on many occasions, we have cases approved far faster than the average processing time.

Chen Immigration Law Associates recently received an EB1A approval for a photographer from Germany and working in the Dominican Republic. This client seeks to enter the United States to continue her work in photography. It was our goal to prove that this client qualifies for classification as an alien of extraordinary ability given that she seeks to enter the United States to continue work in the area of extraordinary ability and that her entry into the United States will substantially and prospectively benefit the United States. Our client’s work has resulted in 8 books and 6 documentaries. She has also produced countless pieces, which have been recognized for their importance by museums, experts in the field, and the media. Her contributions to the field are also recognized by other experts, notably in a statement by an independent recommender who stated, “Although I do not know [the Petitioner] personally, I am familiar with several of her projects and their importance on an international scale.” We at Chen Immigration Law Associates collected recommendation letters from leading experts in the field that argue the necessity of continuation of our client’s work. Eight of the letters we submitted were from leading independent experts who attest to the major significance and influence of her work in the field of photography. This client’s case was approved in just one month.

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North America Immigration Law Group (Chen Immigration Law Associates) is a U.S. immigration law firm dedicated to representing corporations, research institutions, and individuals from all 50 U.S. states regarding I-140 immigration petitions. We specialize in employment-based immigration petition and have a proven record of high success rate for the categories of: EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver), EB1-A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability), EB1-B (Outstanding Researcher/Professor) and O-1 (Alien of Extraordinary Ability).

Our Sixty-four Thousand I-140 Approvals Provide Unprecedented Insight into the USCIS Adjudication Trend

With nearly 64,000 EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-2 NIW and O-1 cases approved, we have first hand information on the manner in which the USCIS adjudicate I-140 cases. As the USCIS has constantly changed its adjudication standards for the EB-1A, EB-1B and EB-2 NIW categories, our firm's huge database of successful cases gives you unprecedented insight to USCIS adjudication trends. We carefully analyze the data for all of our cases and apply the results of our analyses toward giving our clients up-to-date advice and adapting our strategies such that we remain on par with the ever-shifting landscape of immigration law in the U.S. With us, you will always have access to important updates, strategies, and information so that you can make the most informed decisions about your case.

We Have Helped Tens of Thousands of Clients with Credentials and Backgrounds Similar to Yours

With our exceedingly large number of successful petitions, no matter what credentials you have, no matter your background and field of expertise, no matter your visa status or nationality, chances are we have helped hundreds or even thousands of clients just like you. Our clients are usually impressed with how well we understand their research and work. Our insight and understanding stems from the fact that we have handled many cases with elements similar to yours already, and this helps us devise the best strategies for each individual petition.

Vast Majority of Clients Came to Us Because of Referrals

For years, our firm has attracted new clients based solely on word of mouth, recommendations, and the positive collaboration experiences shared with them by their friends and family. We take pride in our reputation and work hard to ensure that we provide a green card application experience that our clients are happy to share with their friends and colleagues. That is how our cumulative total of approved cases grew from 600 in 2013 to nearly 64,000 in 2025.

Track Record of Success EB-1 and NIW Approvals

(2012.01 - 2025.12)

Category	Approval or Refund^®		Approval or Refiling^TM
	Approval or Refund^®
Category	Approved Sum	Success Rate	Approved Sum	Success Rate
NIW	42,047	99%	5,258	97%
EB1A	9,218	91%	4,534	86%
EB1B	1,488	98%	448	93%
Total	52,753	98%	10,240	92%