Our client, a successful tech founder and executive, previously filed his first EB-1A petition through another service provider. That case received a lengthy and challenging Request for Evidence (RFE) and was ultimately withdrawn. Seeking a fresh approach, he turned to the Law Offices of Sabrina Li. By redefining his field of expertise and strategically rebuilding the case, we secured a direct approval within just 15 days.

A Lengthy RFE Challenged Every Criterion and the Field of Expertise

Our client initially applied for an EB-1A petition through a different firm.  He was confident in his application because of his impressive success in the industry. Unexpectedly, that filing resulted in a lengthy and challenging Request for Evidence (RFE), in which USCIS questioned nearly every criterion presented, including awards, published materials, and peer review.

One of the main concerns raised by USCIS was the lack of a well-defined field of expertise. The prior petition attempted to frame the client’s field as a combination of finance and artificial intelligence, which was considered overly broad and inconsistent, and thus failed to meet the standard for EB-1A adjudication.

Faced with these hurdles, the client withdrew the prior EB-1A petition and sought professional help from the Law Offices of Sabrina Li.

Redefining the Field: Choosing the Strongest Path Forward

After carefully reviewing his background, our legal team found that while he had extensive supporting documents, the critical issue was the definition of his field. Since EB-1A requires a clearly defined area of expertise, presenting a multi-field focus such as “finance and AI” would not withstand USCIS scrutiny.

During our strategy sessions, the client initially struggled to decide which field to pursue, as he had significant accomplishments in both finance and artificial intelligence. He was also eager to include a large volume of documents in support of his case. Through careful evaluation and guidance, we helped him narrow the focus to his strongest area—artificial intelligence. The client ultimately agreed, recognizing that a clear and consistent presentation would maximize his chances of success.

Rebuilding the Case: Direct Approval in 15 Days

Over several months, our legal team collaborated closely with the client to reorganize, refine, and strategically highlight his achievements in artificial intelligence. Each piece of evidence was carefully aligned with the EB-1A criteria, and through a clear and compelling narrative, we transformed his complex background into a strong, focused case that fully satisfied USCIS standards.

With this refined strategy and carefully prepared evidence, we filed the client’s EB-1A petition under premium processing. Remarkably, the petition was approved in just 15 days, without any additional RFE.

The Law Offices of Sabrina Li: Expert Advocacy in EB-1A Cases

This case highlights our firm’s ability to turn challenging EB-1A petitions into successful approvals, even after prior setbacks such as RFEs and NOIDs. Led by certified immigration law specialist Sabrina Li, our legal team has extensive experience in redefining fields of expertise, restructuring evidence, and presenting compelling cases that meet the highest USCIS standards.

If you or someone you know is pursuing an EB-1A petition, don't face it alone. Contact the Law Offices of Sabrina Li at (213) 375-8096 or email us at info@sabrinali.law. We are ready to advocate for your success and help you achieve your American dream.