Could Your Work Qualify You for an EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW)? No publications or academic career required.
You may have a strong EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) case even if you:
- Work in private industry rather than academia
- Don't have extensive publications or citations
- Don't have an employer willing to sponsor you
- Aren't sure whether your work meets the "national importance" standard
EB-2 NIW Petition Denied? You may still have options. Deadlines may apply. Request a denial review.
Not sure if you have a good EB-2 NIW case? Start here: Request a free evaluation. Typical response in one business day.
Nick Jones is an attorney who handles EB-2 National Interest Waiver petitions for clients across the United States. across the United States.
Under the Matter of Dhanasar framework, proving that your advanced technology or research endeavor has "national importance" is often the steepest hurdle to clear. This has become especially critical as EB-2 NIW approval rates have dropped significantly recently.
Nationally, EB-2 NIW approval rates have fallen sharply in recent years. What was once a relatively reliable pathway now sees a majority of petitions denied, often for failure to properly establish national importance.
Having served on assignments at the U.S. Embassy in Kuala Lumpur, the U.S. Embassy in Manila, and in the energy and aerospace & defense industries, Nick evaluates and positions your petition using the evolving lens of nationally important critical and emerging technologies.
Every client receives direct attorney attention — from the initial case evaluation through filing and any Requests for Evidence.
Why the Law Office of Nicholas D. Jones?
PRICING and FEES
- Unbundled Services: Starting at $888 for targeted support, including post-denial file reviews and self-petition file audits.
- Full Representation: Fixed-fee pricing: $5,500 with flexible, interest-free payment plans and no hidden legal fees. Legal fees include the I-140 petition, reference-letter drafting, and Requests for Evidence (RFE) responses. USCIS fees are not included.
Direct Attorney Access
You work directly with an attorney from evaluation through filing. Your case will not be assigned to a paralegal.
Precision Strategy
Every petition is built around the specific facts of your case and the current U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) adjudication landscape.