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Startup CTO Wins an O-1A on an Elite Talent Network Membership

Technology | 3 months ago

O-1 Visa
From United Kingdom
RFE
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Case Summary.

Avalon Paul helped a British technology executive continue building his career in the U.S. with the O-1A visa, successfully overcoming a Request for Evidence along the way. The case rested on his membership in an elite talent network that accepts under one percent of applicants, his original contributions in AI-powered document classification software, and his critical role as chief technology officer at a growing startup. A salary well into the top of his field rounded out the petition.

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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