Nigel D James

Nigel D James

August 15, 2024 | The Legal Intelligencer

2025 Olympic Esports Games and US Immigration Opportunities

This competitive Olympic stage for esports will also serve as an opportunity for international gamers to gain recognition and open pathways to immigrating to the United States in this rapidly evolving sector.

By Nigel D. James

4 minute read

February 08, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

The O-1B Nonimmigrant Visa: A Creative Alternative to the H-1B Lottery

One alternative that many skip over is the O-1B nonimmigrant visa for individuals of extraordinary ability in the arts, which may be the best option for foreign nationals working in creative fields.

By Nigel D. James

5 minute read

May 11, 2022 | The Legal Intelligencer

Permanent Relief for Spouses of H-1B Holders Suffering From Backlog Needed

Many foreign nationals are to benefit from temporary relief recently enacted for USCIS for backlogged employment authorization applications, but more permanent solutions are needed for groups of foreign nationals like those holding H-4 dependent status.

By Nigel D. James

6 minute read

May 13, 2021 | The Legal Intelligencer

Blast From the Past: Expanding Section 245(i) of the Immigration and Nationality Act

Small changes to an immigration provision by Congress could impact millions of noncitizens in the United States and is not a new solution.

By Nigel D. James

5 minute read


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