Approved

A Venture Investor Clears an O-1A RFE While an NIW Waits

Finance | 9 days ago

O-1A Visa
From Japan
RFE
O-1AVisa

Case Summary.

Fernando Bertoncello helped a Japanese venture capital executive secure O-1A approval after a successful RFE response. With a PERM-based Green Card path denied and an EB-2 NIW still pending, the client needed a reliable way to keep living and working in the U.S. The petition drew on national press coverage, published business commentary, startup-competition judging, and senior leadership roles funding and mentoring startups across the U.S. and Japan.

Lead Attorney.

Fernando Bertoncello

Fernando Bertoncello

Immigration Lawyer Co-Counsel to Manifest Law

Fernando Bertoncello is a licensed attorney in Brazil, Florida, and New York, with over 13 years of experience. He is a co-counsel to Manifest Law—a new kind of immigration law firm. With a background in corporate and immigration law, he has successfully handled hundreds of visa applications for entrepreneurs and professionals from around the world seeking to live and work in the United States. In addition to his legal practice, Fernando is also a lecturer in law. He is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

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