Law Offices of Chris M. Ingram is a specialized U.S. business immigration law firm dedicated to helping entrepreneurs, executives, creative professionals, and skilled individuals navigate the complex pathways to living and working in the United States. Founded by Chris M. Ingram, an immigrant from England with over 20 years of experience, the firm stands out for its personalized, evidence-driven approach and comprehensive online educational resources.
The firm combines deep legal expertise with firsthand understanding of the immigration process, focusing on strategic case development and clear communication. It caters to a diverse clientele including researchers, founders, artists, engineers, and multinational employees, offering tailored strategies for high-impact visa categories and responsive support for challenges like Requests for Evidence (RFEs).
Services Offered
- EB-1 Extraordinary Ability Green Card
- EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) Green Card
- EB-2 Advanced Degree Green Card
- EB-3 Green Card for BA or Skilled Workers
- EB-3 Unskilled Green Card
- EB-5 Investment Green Card
- O-1A Visa for Extraordinary Ability in Business
- O-1B Visa for Extraordinary Ability in Arts/Entertainment
- O-2 Visa for Entourage/Support Personnel
- L-1A and L-1B Intra-Company Transfer Visas
- H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa
- E-1 Treaty Trader Visa
- E-2 Treaty Investor Visa
- E-3 Work Visa
- P Visas for Arts, Entertainment, and Sports
- TN Visa for Canadian and Mexican Professionals
- Family-Based Visas and Green Cards (including I-130 petitions)
- Fiancé(e) (K-1) and Marriage Visas
- Citizenship (N-400 applications)
- Student Visas (F-1 and M-1, both under and over 18)
- Visitor Visas (B-1/B-2)
- Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) guidance
- Work Permit (I-765) applications
- Religious Worker (R-1) Visas
- Retirement-based immigration options
- Asylum procedures
- Responses to Requests for Evidence (RFEs)
- Free consultations and immigration strategy sessions
The firm serves clients nationally and internationally, with physical offices in Santa Monica and Carlsbad, California. Chris M. Ingram is a member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) and brings additional expertise through an LL.M. degree and admission to the New York State Bar.
