Book A Consult: https://calendly.com/ffaiz https://calendly.com/ffaiz
  • San Francisco's Trusted Counsel for Employment & Investor Immigration for more than 28 Years

    San Francisco immigration attorney providing strategic solutions for employers, investors, entrepreneurs and extraordinary professionals.

    Contact Us
  • Extraordinary Ability, Extraordinary Results

    Proven EB-1A and O-1 strategies for extraordinary talent in business, the sciences, arts and athletics.

    Learn More
  • From Business Vision to a US Visa

    Strategic E-2 and Eb-5 immigration solutions for entrepreneurs and investors.

    Learn More
  • Hire the World's Best Talent

    Streamlined H-1B, L-1A, TN and PERM guidance for US companies.

    Learn More
  • Over a thousand people from the academic community trust us

    Contact Us
  • Global Immigration Solutions, Local Expertise

    Helping clients worldwide navigate U.S. visas and green cards with precision and personal attention.

    Learn More
  • Customized attention to the immigration needs of small businesses and startups

    Learn More
Schedule a Confidential Immigration Consultation

Best Lawyers of America

Best Lawyers of America

Corporate & Investment Immigration Counsel

Immigration Solutions for Employers, Investors & Extraordinary Talent
 
Strategic immigration representation for U.S. employers, foreign entrepreneurs, investors, highly skilled professionals, and individuals of extraordinary ability.
 
Recognized by The Best Lawyers in America® (2024-2027), Chambers and Partners, and Super Lawyers, Fariba Faiz brings more than 28 years of experience in U.S. immigration law. 

  

Why Work With Me

 
For more than 28 years, I have represented U.S. employers, foreign investors, entrepreneurs, highly skilled professionals and individuals of extraordinary ability in employment-based and investment-based immigration matters.
 
Every case is handled personally by me, no outsourcing, no hand-offs to junior staff ensuring that your matter receives the experience, precision, and strategic thinking it deserves.
 
How I Can Help

I provide clear, actionable solutions for:

  • Extraordinary Ability & Talent – EB-1A, O-1A and O-1B
  • National Interest Waivers – EB-2 NIW for qualifying professionals, entrepreneurs, researchers, and other highly accomplished individuals
  • Investor Immigration – E-2 Treaty Investor and EB-5 Immigrant Investor matters
  • Employment-Based Green Cards – EB-2, EB-3 and PERM labor certification
  • Professional & Executive Visas – H-1B, TN, L-1A and L-1B
  • Corporate Immigration & Compliance – I-9 compliance, workforce immigration strategy, corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions
 

A Straightforward, Strategic Approach

Immigration law can be challenging, but working with your attorney should be straightforward. I provide experienced, practical advice so you can make informed decisions at every stage. My approach is designed to anticipate issues, identify available options, and align immigration strategy with your long-term goals.


Who I Represent

  • U.S. employers hiring and retaining foreign talent
  • Startups and growing companies navigating U.S. immigration requirements
  • Entrepreneurs and investors establishing, acquiring, or expanding U.S. businesses
  • Executives and multinational companies managing international personnel transfers
  • Researchers, scientists, engineers, and technology professionals
  • Individuals of extraordinary ability and highly accomplished professionals

What to Expect When You Work With Me

  • Direct Access – You work with me directly throughout your matter.
  • Individual Attention – Each case is evaluated on its particular facts and objectives.
  • Clear Advice – I explain the available options, potential issues, and next steps.
  • Strategic Planning – Immigration decisions are considered in the context of your immediate needs and longer-term goals.

Take the next step.
Schedule an Online Consultation: Book Now
 

Submit Your Immigration Concerns Online

In order to meet the questions and needs of all prospective clients, we provide you with the ability to consult with us online, or in-person. You have the opportunity to present your case, immigration goals and concerns and receive a personal tailored analysis of the legal venues open to you.

If you are seeking any type of employment visa, please include your most recent resume prior to your appointment for a focused discussion.

Should you retain us, and should we agree to represent you in connection with any aspect of the consultation within 5 days of said consultation where fixed fees are appropriate, we will credit the $300 initial consultation fee toward the overall cost of your case.

All information contained in the contact section or submitted via email will be kept STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL and will not be released without your permission. For further information please refer to our privacy policy.

 

 

Fariba Faiz — Corporate Immigration Counsel for EB-1A, NIW, O-1, H-1B, E-2 & PERM Success

At Fariba Faiz Law Offices PC, we provide sophisticated immigration counsel to employers, investors, and extraordinary ability professionals. With over 28 years of experience, national rankings in Best Lawyers in America and Chambers and Partners, and a proven record of success, we navigate complex U.S. immigration laws with precision and strategy. Every case receives our direct attorney attention, meticulous preparation, and a relentless commitment to achieving the most favorable outcome.

Practice Areas

Employment Visas Icon

Employment Visas

H-1B, O1, L-1, TN, E-2 employment-based nonimmigrant visas.

Immigrant Visas Icon

Immigrant Visas

EB-1A, EB-1B, EB-1C, NIW, EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based permanent residence.

Investment Immigration Icon

Investment Immigration

EB-5 representation for immigrant investors including direct and Regional Center investment and source-of-funding matters. immigrant investor visas

Labor Certification PERM Icon

Labor Certification PERM

Employer-sponsored permanent residence through PERM labor certification and related EB-2 and EB-3 petitions.

EB-1 Icon

EB-1

EB-1A extraordinary ability, EB-1B outstanding professors and researchers and EB-1C multinational executive and manager positions.

NIW Icon

NIW

EB-2 National Interest Waiver petitions for professionals whose proposed endeavors benefit the United States.

H-1B Icon

H-1B

H-1B specialty occupation petitions for professionals and U.S. employers.

L-1 Icon

L-1

L-1A executive and manager and L-1B specialized knowledge intracompany transferee petitions.

O-1 Icon

O-1

O-1 extraordinary ability petitions for individuals in the sciences, business, education, arts, athletics and entertainment.

E-1 Icon

E-1

E-1 treaty trader visas for qualifying businesses and nationals of treaty countries engaged in substantial U.S. trade.

E-2 Icon

E-2

E-2 treaty investor visas for entrepreneurs and investors establishing or acquiring qualifying U.S. businesses.

E-3 Icon

E-3

E-3 specialty occupation visas for qualified Australian professionals working for U.S. employers.

Menu