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An Indian UX Engineer Clinches O-1 Before Her OPT Expires

Technology | 10 days ago

O-1 Visa
From India
No RFE
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Case Summary.

Avalon Paul helped an Indian UX engineer earn O-1 approval built on a national design fellowship, mentorship at top design programs, and front-end engineering contributions at a global professional services firm. Her selection as one of a small number of fellows nationwide, combined with hands-on product work, met the O-1's extraordinary ability standard ahead of her STEM OPT deadline.

Lead Attorney.

Avalon L. Paul

Avalon L. Paul

Immigration Attorney at Manifest Law

Avalon is an immigration attorney with over 10 years of experience across business, and family. An immigrant from Trinidad & Tobago, she knows firsthand the challenges of the U.S. immigration system and is committed to guiding clients with clarity and determination. Before law, Avalon taught at a junior high school, an experience that shaped her client-focused approach. In 2025, she was recognized among The National Black Lawyers Top 100.

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