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Scott Wilkinson

Scott Wilkinson

Immigration Co-Counsel to Manifest Law

Immigration Co-Counsel to Manifest Law

Experience: 20 years

Number of clients served: 10,000+

Languages: 🇺🇸

Area of expertise:

  • EB2 NIW visa

  • EB1 visa

  • O1 visa

  • H1B visa

  • K1 visa

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Scott Wilkinson

Experienced Immigration Lawyer

Attorney's historical approval rate:

All visas:

All visas:

99.9%

99.9%

EB-1A:

EB-1A:

100%

100%

O-1A:

O-1A:

100%

100%

EB-2 NIW:

EB-2 NIW:

100%

100%

Disclaimer: The total number of cases served and historical approval rates are provided by the co-counsel. They include cases handled in connection with their work with manifest law as well as in connection with other law firms

About immigration lawyer Scott Wilkinson:

About immigration
lawyer Scott Wilkinson:

Scott is a highly skilled immigration attorney dedicated to employment-based U.S. immigration law. His expertise covers various aspects of the field, providing comprehensive support to his clients. Known for his attention to detail and realistic client guidance, Scott approaches every case with care and precision. He prioritizes strong client relationships and has built a reputation for achieving high approval rates. His philosophy of "slow and steady wins the race" ensures comprehensive, effective solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs.


Scott Wilkinson is an immigration Co-Counsel to Manifest Legal Services (DBA Manifest Law).

Licensed attorney since

2014

2014

Admitted In:

Massachusetts

Education

UOP, McGeorge School of Law; JD

Membership in Associations & Awards

American Immigration Lawyers Association

American Immigration Association Logo

American Immigration Lawyers Association NorCal

American Immigration Association Logo

SuperLawyers Rising Stars

About immigration lawyer Scott Wilkinson:

Scott is a highly skilled immigration attorney dedicated to employment-based U.S. immigration law. His expertise covers various aspects of the field, providing comprehensive support to his clients. Known for his attention to detail and realistic client guidance, Scott approaches every case with care and precision. He prioritizes strong client relationships and has built a reputation for achieving high approval rates. His philosophy of "slow and steady wins the race" ensures comprehensive, effective solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs.

Scott Wilkinson is an immigration Co-Counsel to Manifest Legal Services (DBA Manifest Law).

Licensed attorney since

2014

Admitted In:

Massachusetts

Education

UOP, McGeorge School of Law; JD

Membership in Associations & Awards

American Immigration Lawyers Association

American Immigration Association Logo
American Immigration Association Logo

American Immigration Lawyers Association NorCal

American Immigration Association Logo
American Immigration Association Logo

SuperLawyers Rising Stars

Getting to know immigration lawyer Scott Wilkinson:

Prior successful immigration cases

Example cases that this lawyer has handled for their clients

An EB-1 professor/researcher employed by a major public university

Who: Professor sought by a university to build a specialized art program.


Background: This highly-skilled professor held a nonimmigrant visa position at the university, which strongly desired to retain them to establish and solidify a specific art program long-term. This individual was highly esteemed in their field and was a major “get” for the petitioning university. The Form I-140 immigrant visa (“IV”) was submitted with significant supporting proof to include an expansive portfolio of their work, as well as letters from artists, leaders, academics and museum curators in that field.


My work: In niche artistic fields, USCIS skepticism is common. Despite clear qualifications, the adjudicator was unconvinced. Anticipating an RFE, I strategically withheld some evidence for a strong follow-up. After initial pushback, our response led to approval. I personally delivered the I-140 notice to the Dean, who interrupted the Beneficiary’s class—where they broke down in joy upon hearing the news.

Result: EB-1 approved

An H-1B physician working for a humanitarian entity

Who: An emergency room doctor facing H-1B denial over salary disputes.


Background: The physician client accepted an H-1B position as a first line emergency room triage doctor–skilled, but a “Level 1” M.D. which USCIS initially rejected via a Request for Evidence (“RFE”), challenging the pay level since this client was being paid more than the baseline prevailing wage for that occupation. The threat of denial via the RFE ignored the fact that even specialty occupation professionals have salary ranges. This foreign national doctor’s job description and duties clearly made them “entry level”; however the USCIS adjudicator initially ignored DOL’s prevailing wage range description and chose instead to focus on the foreign national’s perceived over-compensation.


My work: After consulting the hospital, I took an aggressive approach in my plea to the USCIS adjudicator, emphasizing the dire consequences of an H-1B denial. I provided statistics on the underserved Native American community and highlighted how understaffing could lead to preventable deaths. Denying this visa would leave the hospital below operational minimums, justifying the higher salary offered. With the Petitioner’s approval, this bold strategy succeeded.

Result: H-1B approved

An L-1A nonimmigrant executive/manager for a company opening a new office in the USA

Who: A top glass bottle manufacturer entering the U.S. wine market.

Background: A large manufacturer of high quality glass bottles for various industries wished to open an office in the US to market to, and service, the $100+ billion dollar California wine industry. The company had never done business in the US, and had no assets, payroll, or other ties to the American market.


My work: I assisted in strategizing the necessary to demonstrate the capital investment and benefits to the US market…anticipated to be in the $$$ millions pursuant to the business plan drafted in support. New office L-1 cases are notoriously difficult due to the fact that no evidence of a successful established entity yet exists in the US; all turns on projections and well-crafted arguments detailing the investment and staffing necessary to generate revenue and employ American workers.

Result: L-1A approved

Manifest values client privacy. Cases are anonymized to protect confidentiality. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome

Disclaimer: The total number of cases handled by lawyer-partners includes cases that attorneys have handled in connection with Manifest Law as well as in connection with other law firms previously

Why Manifest Immigration Lawyers?

Thousands of prior successful visa cases, money-back guarantees and fast response time

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Visa approved
or money back

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Full service law firm.

From start to finish

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Flexible payment plans and financing options

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Handpicked and vetted immigration attorneys

Why Manifest Immigration Lawyers?

Thousands of prior successful visa cases, money-back guarantees and fast response time

Icon of opened safe informing you of Manifest's money-back guarantee

Visa approved
or money back

Icon of a notebook with checklist

Full service law firm.

From start to finish

Icon of a calendar

Flexible payment plans and financing options

Icon of a portrait with a star badge

Handpicked and vetted immigration attorneys

Why Manifest Immigration Lawyers?

Thousands of prior successful visa cases, money-back guarantees and fast response time

Icon of opened safe informing you of Manifest's money-back guarantee

Visa approved
or money back

Icon of a notebook with checklist

Full service law firm.

From start to finish

Icon of a calendar

Flexible payment plans and financing options

Icon of a portrait with a star badge

Handpicked and vetted immigration attorneys

We handle all major
visa types to the US

Our lawyers are experienced in all major visa types to the US, from work to extraordinary ability and family green cards.

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Employment green cards

Immigrant visas / Green Cards

EB4 visa

EB5 visa (Investors)

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Family &
Other visas

All other visas & green cards

We handle all major visa types to the US

Our lawyers are experienced in all major visa types to the US, from work to extraordinary ability and family green cards.

Cartoon icon of a business woman at an airport travelling

Employment green cards

Immigrant visas / Green Cards

EB4 visa

EB5 visa (Investors)

Cartoon icon of man holding his young daughter towards the sky in his arms

Family &
Other visas

All other visas & green cards

We handle all major
visa types to the US

Our lawyers are experienced in all major visa types to the US, from work to extraordinary ability and family green cards.

Cartoon icon of a business woman at an airport travelling

Employment green cards

Immigrant visas / Green Cards

EB4 visa

EB5 visa (Investors)

Cartoon icon of man holding his young daughter towards the sky in his arms

Family &
Other visas

All other visas & green cards

Popular articles and guides
by Manifest immigration lawyers

Popular articles and guides by Manifest immigration lawyers

Wondering if you qualify for a visa? Check out our popular articles and blog posts written in simple human terms by our experienced immigration lawyers at Manifest Law

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EB1 visa photo of a Green Card
EB1 visa photo of a Green Card

The EB1 visa is an employment-based Green Card for individuals of extraordinary ability, researchers …

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O1 visa guide photo of an individual

O1 visa or extraordinary ability visa is a temporary (up to 3 years) visa for anyone who has achieved …

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K1 visa and a wedding ring

The K-1 visa, also called the Fiancé(e) visa, is for U.S. citizens intending to bring their foreign fiancé(e) to the US …

Thousands of happy clients
served by our immigration lawyers

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Hi Ariel, Just wanted to say THANK YOU for an amazing service and assistance with this case. It started a year ago, and now after all those months, I can relax (at least from this aspect). Just to share with you that it was one of the biggest administration challenges I need to complete as part of the company's Reset. Thank you again

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Alex, Ukraine

O1 Visa

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Manifest has the best attorneys I've ever hired, they and their team are always professional and quick response, they helped me get my EB2 Green Card and make our family dream come to true finally, I'll recommend them to anyone who have immigration issues.

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Inderjit Gujarat, India

EB2 Green Card

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Daliah was recommended to my husband and me by an executive at the company we both work for, and she was very helpful as we prepared for my husband's K1 visa to immigrate to the United States. She provided Certified English Translations for my husband's Israeli documents, including court records. She met with us and helped us organize our documentation and navigate the visa process.

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Eli & Moli, Israel

EB2 Green Card

Thousands of happy clients served by our immigration lawyers

Thousands of happy clients
served by our immigration lawyers

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Hi Ariel, Just wanted to say THANK YOU for an amazing service and assistance with this case. It started a year ago, and now after all those months, I can relax (at least from this aspect). Just to share with you that it was one of the biggest administration challenges I need to complete as part of the company's Reset. Thank you again

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Alex, Ukraine

O1 Visa

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Manifest has the best attorneys I've ever hired, they and their team are always professional and quick response, they helped me get my EB2 Green Card and make our family dream come to true finally, I'll recommend them to anyone who have immigration issues.

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Inderjit Gujarat, India

EB2 Green Card

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Daliah was recommended to my husband and me by an executive at the company we both work for, and she was very helpful as we prepared for my husband's K1 visa to immigrate to the United States. She provided Certified English Translations for my husband's Israeli documents, including court records. She met with us and helped us organize our documentation and navigate the visa process.

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Eli & Moli, Israel

EB2 Green Card

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Experienced Immigration Lawyer

Attorney Advertising. This website is intended for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and is no substitute for consulting a licensed attorney. Only an attorney can provide you with legal advice, and only after considering your specific facts and circumstances. You should not act on any information on this website without first seeking the advice of an attorney. Manifest Law is an association of lawyers and legal entities that have agreed to do business under a common name, which includes Manifest Legal Services LLC ("Manifest Legal"). The use of the name “Manifest Law” does not imply that all lawyers or legal entities within the Manifest Law family are part of a single partnership or that they are responsible for the acts or omissions of each other.  Any specific attorney-client engagement, the scope of any such attorney-client relationship, and the legal responsibility for any such engagement will be set forth in the retainer agreement entered into between the client and the relevant Manifest Law attorney(s). All legal services are conducted by licensed immigration professionals. Manifest Legal is an Arizona ABS company. This website is regulated by the Arizona Rules of Professional Conduct

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Attorney Advertising. This website is intended for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and is no substitute for consulting a licensed attorney. Only an attorney can provide you with legal advice, and only after considering your specific facts and circumstances. You should not act on any information on this website without first seeking the advice of an attorney. Manifest Law is an association of lawyers and legal entities that have agreed to do business under a common name, which includes Manifest Legal Services LLC ("Manifest Legal"). The use of the name “Manifest Law” does not imply that all lawyers or legal entities within the Manifest Law family are part of a single partnership or that they are responsible for the acts or omissions of each other.  Any specific attorney-client engagement, the scope of any such attorney-client relationship, and the legal responsibility for any such engagement will be set forth in the retainer agreement entered into between the client and the relevant Manifest Law attorney(s). All legal services are conducted by licensed immigration professionals. Manifest Legal is an Arizona ABS company. This website is regulated by the Arizona Rules of Professional Conduct

2024 Manifest Copyright. All Rights Reserved.

Attorney Advertising. This website is intended for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice and is no substitute for consulting a licensed attorney. Only an attorney can provide you with legal advice, and only after considering your specific facts and circumstances. You should not act on any information on this website without first seeking the advice of an attorney. Manifest Law is an association of lawyers and legal entities that have agreed to do business under a common name, which includes Manifest Legal Services LLC ("Manifest Legal"). The use of the name “Manifest Law” does not imply that all lawyers or legal entities within the Manifest Law family are part of a single partnership or that they are responsible for the acts or omissions of each other.  Any specific attorney-client engagement, the scope of any such attorney-client relationship, and the legal responsibility for any such engagement will be set forth in the retainer agreement entered into between the client and the relevant Manifest Law attorney(s). All legal services are conducted by licensed immigration professionals. Manifest Legal is an Arizona ABS company. This website is regulated by the Arizona Rules of Professional Conduct

2024 Manifest Copyright. All Rights Reserved.