Approved

A Venture Capital Operator Lands an O-1 Before the H-1B Runs Out

Finance | 4 days ago

O-1 Visa
From South Korea
No RFE
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Case Summary.

Lahaina Araneta McBeth helped a South Korean venture capital professional achieve an O-1 approval, securing a path forward ahead of the H-1B maximum stay. Running day-to-day operations at a venture fund, the client built a record of professional memberships, industry-level judging roles, and a top-tier compensation argument to meet the O-1 criteria. The approval also lays the groundwork for a future EB-1A Green Card petition.

Lead Attorney.

Lahaina Araneta McBeth

Lahaina Araneta McBeth

Immigration Lawyer Co-Counsel to Manifest Law

Lahaina Araneta is an experienced immigration attorney with over a decade of experience. She is a co-counsel to Manifest Law—a new kind of immigration law firm. She brings a unique perspective shaped by her own immigrant background and is passionate about making the U.S. immigration process as smooth as possible for her clients. Every step of the way, she combines her legal expertise with a compassionate approach to ensure her clients feel supported.

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