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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.

EB-5 Visas (Investors/Employment Creation)

Immigration law in Denver, Colorado

People who invest $1 million (or $500,000 in certain high-unemployment areas) in a new commercial enterprise that creates at least 10 new full-time jobs may qualify for an EB-5 visa. Investors must show that they have invested, or are in the process of investing capital that will create 10 full-time positions in the United States. Investors must show the legitimate source of their funds, and show that their investment is at risk.

In addition to starting their own company, an entrepreneur can invest through the "Regional Center" program. Individuals invest in a large project that has been reviewed by the USCIS in advance and approved by the Investor unit. The Regional Centers are approved by showing that the investment will directly or indirectly create a number of jobs by promoting economic growth in the region. There are several approved regional centers throughout the country, each of which has different structures, features and rates of return. These programs are generally open to accredited investors, and as with any investment, potential investors should thoroughly explore all options before investing.

Successful immigrant investors and their family members will be granted conditional permanent residence, and will need to petition to have the conditions removed just before the two-year anniversary of the grant of conditional status. The investor must show that the funds were, or are currently invested, that the investment has been sustained, and that they have met the employment-creation requirements with their investment.

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