Raleigh Immigration Attorney Serving Research Triangle
Comprehensive immigration services for professionals and families in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the Research Triangle. 23+ years experience with university professionals, tech workers, and families seeking U.S. immigration solutions.
Schedule a ConsultationImmigration Services for Research Triangle Professionals
Specialized immigration solutions for the diverse professional community in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding Research Triangle areas.
University Professional Immigration
Comprehensive immigration services for faculty, researchers, and staff at Duke University, UNC Chapel Hill, NC State, and other Research Triangle academic institutions.
- H-1B visas for university professionals
- J-1 researcher and scholar visas
- O-1 visas for distinguished faculty
- EB-1 outstanding researcher petitions
- Academic family immigration services
H-1B Visas for Research Triangle Tech
H-1B specialty occupation visas for technology professionals working in the thriving Research Triangle tech corridor, from startups to established companies.
- Software engineer and developer H-1B applications
- Data scientist and analyst visa petitions
- Biotech and pharmaceutical professional visas
- H-1B transfers and extensions
- Premium processing for urgent cases
Family Immigration for Raleigh Residents
Family-based immigration services helping Research Triangle families reunite and establish permanent residence in the United States.
- Marriage-based green cards and adjustment of status
- Parent and child immigration petitions
- Fiancé(e) visa applications (K-1)
- Family reunification planning
- Consular processing coordination
Green Cards & Citizenship
Permanent residency and citizenship services for Research Triangle professionals and families ready to make North Carolina their permanent home.
- Employment-based green card applications
- PERM labor certification process
- EB-2 NIW for advanced degree professionals
- Citizenship and naturalization applications
- Adjustment of status proceedings
Serving the Greater Research Triangle Area
Convenient immigration legal services throughout the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area, with deep understanding of the unique needs of university professionals, tech workers, and Research Triangle families.
Research Triangle Areas We Serve:
- Raleigh - Downtown, North Hills, Midtown
- Durham - Downtown Durham, Research Triangle Park
- Chapel Hill - UNC Campus, Carrboro
- Cary - Downtown Cary, Apex
- Morrisville - RTP, Preston
- Wake Forest - Historic Downtown
- Garner - Lake Benson
- Holly Springs - New Hill
- Fuquay-Varina - Historic Downtown
- Hillsborough - Orange County
Major Research Triangle Institutions We Serve: Duke University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, NC State University, Duke University Medical Center, UNC Hospitals, Research Triangle Park companies, Wake Technical Community College, and numerous technology and research companies throughout the Triangle area.
Your Research Triangle Immigration Attorney
Emanuela Prister is a dedicated immigration attorney with over 23 years of experience serving the Research Triangle community. Licensed by the North Carolina State Bar and a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, she brings deep expertise in university professional immigration, family immigration, and employment-based visa matters.
As the daughter of Italian immigrants, Emanuela understands the challenges facing Research Triangle area families and professionals navigating the U.S. immigration system. Her practice focuses exclusively on immigration law, with extensive experience serving university professionals, researchers, technology workers, and families throughout the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area.
Professional Credentials:
- North Carolina State Bar Member
- American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Member
- Baylor Law School Graduate
- 23+ Years Immigration Law Experience
- 1000+ Successful Cases
Research Triangle Expertise:
We understand the unique immigration needs of the Research Triangle's diverse professional community. Our experience includes working with Duke University, UNC Chapel Hill, NC State University, and major Research Triangle Park employers on H-1B cases, J-1 scholar visas, faculty immigration matters, and family immigration cases for the vibrant international community that calls the Triangle home.
Our Research Triangle Immigration Process
Streamlined, professional approach designed for busy Research Triangle professionals, faculty, and families
Initial Consultation
Comprehensive case evaluation focused on your specific situation, whether you're a university professional, tech worker, or family seeking immigration solutions in the Research Triangle.
Strategic Planning
Customized immigration strategy considering Research Triangle employer requirements, university policies, family circumstances, and optimal timing for your case.
Document Preparation
Meticulous preparation of all immigration forms and supporting documentation, with attention to university requirements, employer letters, and Research Triangle specific evidence.
Case Management
Proactive case monitoring with regular updates, response to any requests for additional evidence, and coordination with Research Triangle employers or universities when necessary.
Contact Your Raleigh Immigration Attorney
Ready to move forward with your immigration goals in the Research Triangle? Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how we can help you navigate the immigration process successfully.
Research Triangle Contact Information
Phone: +1 972-200-7254
Email: contact@pristerlaw.com
Office Location: 2054 Kildaire Farm Rd PMB 408, Cary, NC
NC Bar License: Active in Good Standing
Languages: English, Spanish (Se Habla Español), Italian
Research Triangle Service Features:
- University professional immigration expertise
- Same week consultations available
- Transparent flat fee pricing
- Payment plans available
- Virtual consultations for busy professionals
- Bilingual services (Se Habla Español)