Tom Narvaez (Williams Mullen) - Richmond, VA
Strategic Business Immigration Counsel
Tom Narvaez is a highly skilled attorney in the Labor, Employment, and Immigration Section at Williams Mullen in Richmond, Virginia. Specializing in business immigration, Tom serves as a vital resource for multinational corporations, domestic companies, and investors navigating the global talent marketplace. In today's economy, the ability to move personnel across borders is critical for business success. If you are an employer looking to find a lawyer who can streamline the visa process for your international workforce, Tom offers the strategic insight you need. He advises clients in diverse sectors-from aerospace and manufacturing to healthcare and information technology-on how to secure the necessary work authorizations for their employees. His background includes serving as a law clerk for the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on the Judiciary, giving him a unique legislative perspective on immigration policy.
Global Mobility Solutions
Tom Narvaez's practice is focused on facilitating the movement of key personnel. As a dedicated Business and Work Visa Lawyer, he assists companies with a wide array of nonimmigrant visa petitions, including H-1B for specialty occupations, L-1 for intracompany transferees, and TN visas for Canadian and Mexican professionals. He is also an expert in obtaining O-1 visas for individuals with extraordinary ability in the sciences, arts, or business. Beyond temporary visas, he guides clients through the permanent residence process, handling PERM labor certifications and employment-based Green Cards. His expertise extends to I-9 Compliance, helping businesses conduct internal audits and navigate E-Verify requirements to avoid costly government penalties. When you hire an attorney like Tom, you are ensuring that your company remains compliant while attracting the best global talent.
- Work Visas: Processing H-1B, L-1, TN, E-2, and O-1 visa petitions.
- Green Cards: Managing PERM labor certifications and employment-based immigrant petitions.
- Compliance: I-9 audits, E-Verify training, and worksite enforcement defense.
Premier Downtown Representation
Based in the Williams Mullen Center on South 10th Street, Tom works within one of the region's largest and most respected law firms. He is recognized as a ”One to Watch” by Best Lawyers in America and a member of the Virginia Business Legal Elite. While he primarily represents corporate clients, his work is essential for individuals seeking to build their careers in the United States. He does not typically offer free consultations for general public inquiries, as his practice is geared toward employer representation. If you urgently need a lawyer to resolve a visa crisis for a critical executive or to develop a comprehensive immigration strategy for your company, Tom Narvaez delivers top-tier legal counsel backed by the resources of a major firm.
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Location & Access
Primary Address
Situated in the central core of the Central Business District in downtown Richmond, near the James River and popular downtown parks.
Building Location
This is a 15-story Class A office tower known as the Williams Mullen Center. The building is located near landmarks like Kanawha Plaza park and First Capital Bank.
Parking Details
On-site parking is available in the building's covered parking garage (Williams Mullen Tower Parking), with several public surface parking lots located in the surrounding blocks.
Public Transit
Served by Greater Richmond Transit Company Route 5 (Eastbound); nearest stop is at Cary & 8th.
Accessibility / Suite Access
Enter the Williams Mullen Center lobby through the main entrance, register with the building's front security desk, and take the elevators to the 16th floor to locate Suite 1600.