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Everything we do is supported by a foundation of PhD-level research. ProfVal's founder has been quoted as an expert within national and international news outlets including: Zippia (the career expert), US News & World Report, MSN Money, Newsday, Pledge it Forward, AACSB Blog and the Chinese world journal.

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An immigration endeavor can be described in a variety of ways. Depending on your goals, your attorney may advise a personal plan, professional plan, or immigration business plan.

Understanding Immigration Support Documents: Endeavor Statements, Personal Plans, Professional Plans, and Business Plans

ProfVal supports immigration attorneys and beneficiaries by producing evidence-based documentation—such as Expert Opinion Letters, Personal Plans, Professional Plans, and Business Plans—that align with USCIS adjudication standards and strengthen employment-based visa petitions.

Behind the Documents: How Expert Interviews Add Depth and Credibility

ProfVal’s expert interviews help petitioners and employers strengthen their immigration business plans and Expert Opinion Letters through structured, facilitated discussions with U.S.-based experts. Each session clarifies context, improves accuracy, and supports credible, persuasive visa submissions.

EB-1A Spotlight: Rising Standards, Fierce Competition, and Inspiring Success Stories

Defines the EB-1A visa, explains what it means to be extraordinary, and clarifies common misconceptions like the “Einstein Visa.” References EB-1A success stories from Akalan Law, Azhar & Azhar PLLC, Manifest Law, and Honest Law, PC.

E-2 Visa Business Plans: Brief is Better

A concise E-2 Visa Business Plan is more persuasive than a lengthy one, meeting legal requirements while respecting adjudicators’ time. ProfVal creates tailored plans that show investment, viability, and job creation—helping entrepreneurs reach milestones with confidence.

L-1B Visa Approval in 2025: Demonstrating Specialized Knowledge

Tiago, a seasoned engineer with 15+ years’ experience, was critical to his company’s U.S. expansion, but his L-1B visa petition faced an RFE questioning whether his knowledge was truly specialized.

An L-1 visa enables a transition from a foreign office to one in the United States.

Why the L-1 Visa Matters to Petitioners, Employers, and U.S. Citizens

L-1 visas support intracompany transfers, offering benefits to petitioners, employers, and U.S. citizens alike

Navigating the Changing Landscape of EB-2 NIW Visas: Rising Denials, Changing Adjudication, and Perspectives from Leading Immigration Attorneys

USCIS is has been applying stricter scrutiny to EB-2 NIW petitions. This shift was most pronounced beginning Q1/Q2 2024. Denial rates are rising, so attorneys stress tailoring to meet evolving standards (Prongs 1 & 3). We have summarized some of the perspectives of leading attorneys. ProfVal has enhanced its support to address these changes.