Client Case Studies
Below we have summarized some of the EB-5 cases in which we were able to assist clients. Over the course of more than 25 years, we have worked with EB-5 clients from Russia, China, India, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Austria, Germany, Canada, South Africa, Armenia, Brazil, Ireland, and Cyprus. In fact, we were involved in some of the first EB-5 cases from Russia in the mid- to late-1990s. The cases highlight not just EB-5 issues, but other visa and immigration problems that can arise during the and after the EB-5 process. They highlight the need to retain an EB-5 lawyer who has wide-ranging immigration expertise. Remember, in most EB-5 cases it is the consular officer who will make the final decision and our experience in resolving such issues is longstanding. For non-EB-5 cases in which we assisted clients on a wide range of visa and immigration matters, see the Case Studies sections of our websites www.bridgewest.com and www.visarefusal.com
Case of I.S.
Mr. S used various offshore structures for his businesses. We were able to document the lawful source of his real estate-related earnings, and so his I-526 petition was approved without a problem. The difficulty arose during the second stage of his process, when his son was stopped for drug possession while in the US studying. A conviction for a drug-related crime could have led to his inadmissibility. However, working together with his criminal lawyer, we were able to help him plead the offense down to disorderly conduct, and his application to adjust status was approved.
Case of K.N.
Mrs. N’s husband had no interest in immigrating, but he wanted his wife and daughter to receive green cards. His daughter was a college student in the US and she wanted to stay in the US. EB-5 met his objectives — by investing in an EB-5 project through a Regional Center, he did not need to set up a business in the US or have his wife get involved in managing a business. This enabled his wife and daughter to obtain green cards. With his B visa, he is able to visit them frequently and maintain his thriving business in his home country.
Case of M.Y.
Mrs. Y invested in an EB-5 project, but after receiving a difficult project-related Request for Evidence, decided to withdraw. She was afraid that if she was denied, her daughter would have aged out. So with our assistance, she withdrew her EB-5 petition and received her investment back. In turn, she invested in a new project and submitted a new petition before her daughter turned 21. Her new EB-5 petition was approved, and all of her family members received green cards.