Entertainers and performing artists seeking O-visas and P-visas will find a good friend in Los Angeles immigration and entertainment visas lawyer Patricia Depew. With her background as an award-winning film producer, Ms. Depew is the rare immigration attorney who understands the needs and concerns of the entertainment business. She offers her clients sound and accurate legal advice; she then works closely with clients to make decisions that are in their long-term best interests.
Generally speaking, entertainment visas are granted in two categories. O-1 visas are issued to eligible artists and entertainers with a recognized extraordinary skill or ability. Those with extraordinary abilities in science, art, business, or education may also be eligible for O-1 visas. P-1 visas are granted to eligible athletes and artists to briefly enter the country for a specific event. P-1 visa applicants must receive sponsorship from a sports franchise, talent agency, record label, film studio, television network, or other entertainment enterprise.
California and Entertainment
Southern California, of course, is a global magnet for thousands of the world's most talented artists and entertainers, and entertainment visas lawyer Patricia Depew is ready to help O-1 and P-1 visa applicants with the guidance and legal advice they need regarding the immigration process. She can explain the advantages as well as the drawbacks that come with O-1 and P-1 visas. She is also ready to represent O-1 and P-1 applicants and visa holders who may be having trouble entering or staying in the United States.
Patricia Depew represents clients throughout Pasadena, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Ventura County, the San Fernando Valley region, and the surrounding areas. Her immigration practice includes family-based immigration, business and employment immigration, and investment and entertainment visas. She represents clients before the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (formerly INS) and U.S. Immigration Court, and she offers legal guidance in matters relating to immigration and naturalization, visas, citizenship, and employment. Ms. Depew has produced and directed a number of PBS and network programs, received an NEA grant, and received numerous awards for her films. She understands the entertainment business from the inside, and she industriously stays abreast of current developments in the rapidly-changing field of immigration law.
A Trusted Entertainment Visas Lawyer
Contact Patricia Depew for help with obtaining entertainment visas or with any questions regarding them. She provides a comfortable, professional environment for her clients to discuss their legal needs, and she will move you quickly the heart of the legal matter at hand. Call Patricia Depew today at 310-284-8494. Se Habla Español.