Why Choose Valvo & Associates

With over 88 years of combined expertise and the ability to represent clients federally in all 50 states, we are your go-to legal immigration experts.

Immigration Resource Library

Check out our extensive resource library to learn more about the various types of visas and how we can help.

VIEW RESOURCES

Brandon Valvo

Brandon Valvo is the founder of Valvo & Associates, Inc. He serves as the firm’s Managing Director and lead counsel. Since commencing his legal career in 1989, Mr. Valvo has been devoted solely to the practice of U.S. immigration and nationality law. Mr. Valvo works closely with various governmental entities on U.S. immigration issues.

Latest Articles

Hiring Your First Employees Under an E-2 Visa: 7 HR Priorities to Get Right From Day One

Executive Summary: Japanese companies opening U.S. operations under an E-2 visa should prepare HR infrastructure before hiring employees. Key priorities include payroll setup, Social Security treaty planning, state-specific employment compliance, workers’ compensation, […]

> read article

6 Common HR Mistakes That Lead to L-1 Blanket Visa Refusals at Consulates

Executive Summary: Common L-1 Blanket refusals happen because of inconsistent job descriptions, weak organizational charts, unrealistic management claims, unclear compensation structures, poor interview preparation, and outdated corporate eligibility assumptions. HR teams that […]

> read article

Running an L-1 Blanket Program: 6 HR Practices for Consistent Approvals

Executive Summary: Running a successful L-1 Blanket program requires standardized checklists, annual financial eligibility reviews, corporate relationship tracking, accurate translations, and early coordination with global teams. Blanket approval is not permanent immunity. […]

> read article