Law Offices of Marcus Yi - NYC, New York

The Immigration Lawyer for Creatives 🎨🎭

Welcome to the Law Offices of Marcus Yi, a premier New York City law firm dedicated exclusively to U.S. immigration and nationality law. We are not just another law firm; we are a practice built by an artist, for artists. Our founding partner, Marcus Yi, is an accomplished creative professional himself, which gives us a unique and profound understanding of the challenges and aspirations of artists, entrepreneurs, and innovators from around the world. We know you don't have a typical 9-to-5 job, and your career path is anything but ordinary. Our mission is to provide personalized, effective, and affordable immigration solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of the creative industries. We speak your language, we understand your work, and we are perfectly poised to handle all your immigration needs with a 99% approval rate. 🌟

Specialized Immigration Services for the Arts and Beyond

Our practice is sharply focused on providing top-tier legal representation for both employment-based and family-based immigration matters. We pride ourselves on our simple and effective approach: delivering proven results while ensuring a professional and supportive client experience. All cases are handled directly by an experienced attorney, never a paralegal.

• O-1 Visa (Artist Visa) Lawyers: This is our cornerstone practice. We specialize in O-1 visas for individuals with extraordinary ability in the arts, sciences, education, business, or athletics. Whether you are an actor, musician, dancer, designer, director, or multimedia artist, we have a deep understanding of what it takes to build a successful O-1 petition.
• Business and Work Visa Lawyers: Beyond the O-1, we are highly experienced in a wide range of employment-based visas, including H-1B (Specialty Occupation), L-1 (Intracompany Transferee), P visas (for internationally recognized athletes and entertainment groups), and Q visas (Cultural Exchange). We help both individuals and organizations navigate these complex processes.
• Family Immigration Lawyers: We believe in uniting families. Our firm provides compassionate and efficient assistance with all family-based immigration matters, including marriage-based green cards, fiancé(e) visas, and petitions for other relatives, helping you build your life with your loved ones in the United States. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
• Green Cards and Citizenship Lawyers: For those seeking to make the U.S. their permanent home, we provide expert guidance on the path to lawful permanent residency (a 'green card') and U.S. citizenship. We strategize on the best employment-based paths to a green card, such as the EB-1 visa for extraordinary ability.

Meet Marcus Yi, Esq. - An Attorney Who Understands Artists

Marcus Yi is not only an immigration attorney licensed in New York State and Federal court; he is also an award-winning writer and director in the theatre industry. He graduated from St. John's University School of Law and is an active member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). This dual identity as both a lawyer and an artist provides our clients with an unparalleled advantage. There is no need to explain the nuances of your creative work or the structure of your industry—we already get it. This firsthand experience allows us to craft compelling narratives and assemble robust petitions that resonate with USCIS adjudicators.

Our Commitment to You ❤️

We know the immigration process can be stressful and overwhelming. Our commitment is to make it as smooth and transparent as possible. We offer prompt and efficient visa preparation, with a guarantee of clear and informed answers to your questions within 24 hours. We provide detailed checklists, templates, and guidance at every step, from drafting powerful recommendation letters to preparing for your consular interview. Your success is our success. Contact us to schedule a comprehensive consultation and let's start your journey to living and working in the United States. 🚀