I am Wen Luo, a Chinese-speaking immigration attorney in New York. I work with Chinese professionals and their employers on H-1B visas, OPT-to-H-1B transitions, H-1B transfers and employment-based green cards, and I can handle your case in Mandarin, Cantonese or English, whichever is clearest for you.
Luo & Associates Law Group, P.C. is based at 450 7th Ave, Suite 905, New York, and serves clients nationwide by phone and video. Chinese-language resources are also available on our partner site, GO H1B.
Why Chinese professionals work with me
- Consultations and case communication in Mandarin or Cantonese, from the first call through filing
- I personally review every petition before it is filed; our paralegal team prepares the forms and evidence
- A senior paralegal on our team has more than 20 years of immigration experience
- More than 10 years of practice in U.S. immigration law
- Member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
- Participating attorney in the MetLife Legal Plans network
- Experience with employers of all sizes, from 5-person startups to companies with several hundred employees
From OPT to H-1B
For many Chinese graduates, the OPT-to-H-1B transition is the most time-sensitive step after finishing a U.S. degree. Cap-subject H-1B petitions start with an electronic registration that USCIS runs each March; petitions for selected registrations can be filed starting April 1. Graduates with a qualifying STEM degree may be eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, which can add time to try again.
I work with both the graduate and the employer to set a timeline, check STEM OPT eligibility and prepare the petition before the filing window opens. My flat fee for H-1B services is $2,999 (government filing fees are separate). See my H-1B services and fees.
H-1B transfers, extensions and RFEs
Changing employers, extending H-1B status or answering a Request for Evidence (RFE) often has a deadline attached. I review each situation individually and explain the options in whichever language you prefer. For employers, my guide to H-1B transfer costs and timeline covers USCIS fees and when a new hire can start work.
Green cards for China-born applicants: EB-2 and EB-3
For China-born applicants, the wait for an EB-2 or EB-3 green card can be long because of per-country limits on immigrant visas. Your place in line is set by your priority date, which for most employment-based cases is the date the Department of Labor accepts the PERM labor certification. Starting early is one of the few things you can control.
I evaluate eligibility based on your degree and work history, guide employers through PERM and prepare the petitions. Learn more about EB-2 and EB-3 green cards.
Frequently asked questions
Can I work with you entirely in Chinese?
Yes. Consultations and case communication can be in Mandarin or Cantonese, from the first call through filing. You do not need to be fluent in English to work with me.
I am on OPT. When should I start the H-1B process?
Several months before the March registration period. Your employer needs time to prepare the registration and, if selected, the petition. If your degree qualifies, a STEM OPT extension may give you more time.
How long will I wait for a green card if I was born in China?
It depends on your category and your priority date. China-born applicants in EB-2 and EB-3 often wait longer than applicants from most other countries because of per-country limits. Filing earlier secures an earlier priority date.
Schedule a free consultation
Whether you are facing an OPT deadline, preparing for the H-1B registration, changing jobs or planning for a green card, I can review your situation in Mandarin, Cantonese or English. Request a free initial consultation.
This page is general information, not legal advice for your situation.