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The Many Faces of Stern Elkind Curray & Alterman LLP

Since 1985,Stern Elkind Curray & Alterman has limited its practice to immigration law, with a special emphasis on matters relating to the employment of foreign professionals. Mr. Stern and Ms. Elkind founded the firm with the goal of providing the very best immigration advice and representation to our clients. As the firm has grown, we have continued our commitment to maintaining a high level of expertise combined with an understanding that our clients are individuals whose lives are deeply affected by the work we do. Over the years, we have developed expertise and wide-ranging experience in all facets of immigration law.

We continue to be deeply affected by our clients, some of whom are introduced within this web site.

J-1 (Exchange Visitors)

Immigration law in Denver, Colorado

J-1 visas are issued as part of the U.S. Exchange Visitor Program, which is designed to increase mutual understanding between citizens of the U.S. and those of other countries, through educational and cultural exchanges.

J-1 visas can be issued to:

Professors
Teachers
Research scholars
Students
Trainees
Camp counselors
Au pairs
Summer workers

Each category has specific requirements for obtaining a J-1 visa. Applicants must work with a designated sponsoring organization and must show:

A plan to remain in the U.S. for a temporary and specific period
Evidence of funds to cover their expenses in the U.S
Evidence of compelling social, economic or other binding ties in their home country that will insure their return at the end of their U.S. visit

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