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Hello, My employer is ready to sponsor GC via STEM OPT, but when I consulted lawyer, they say i could not transition from OPT to GC directly. I prefer to skip h1 if possible. I am on 12 months OPT now.Do you happen to know some lawyer who can handle this case, preferebly near Minneapolis. Thank you in advance!

Minion
Feb 27, 2020 1:18 PM · 16,256 views
5 Replies
ark Feb 27, 2020 1:28 PM
How many months left on your OPT?
Minion Feb 27, 2020 2:28 PM
I have 5 months during my regular OPT. My employer is E-verified and I should be able to extend my OPT for next 24 months after August.
guitarcenter Feb 27, 2020 3:19 PM
Fire your lawyer. There are obvious tedious steps from employer side as well as applicant but most have converted Student to GC
hardworker1 Feb 28, 2020 11:27 PM
chicagoan Feb 29, 2020 8:49 AM
Yes, i have also seen students on OPT directly file for green card. It's not a linear process f1, h1, green card. It just feels like it because most people go that route. I am in a different state and my previous attorney only takes local clients. My suggestion, talk to 4 or 5 immigration lawyer in your area, i am sure you will find someone who knows better.
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