Miguel Barrios is an attorney and the founding partner of US Visa LATAM, PLLC, where he assists clients worldwide in achieving their business growth, securing employment opportunities, improving quality of life, and reuniting families. With a deep commitment to personalized immigration solutions, Miguel supports businesses and individuals in obtaining temporary visas, permanent residency, and citizenship in the United States.
At US Visa LATAM, Miguel and his team specialize in a broad array of immigration services, including family petitions and guiding families through the complex processes involved in reuniting with loved ones following deportation. His expertise spans various visa categories, such as those for business partners, executives, treaty investors, traders, students, artists, athletes, and other professionals. Miguel is well-versed in employment-based immigration, National Interest Waiver (NIW) petitions, and permanent residency solutions tailored to meet the needs of both individuals and organizations.
What distinguishes Miguel and US Visa LATAM is their commitment to leveraging technology for a superior client experience. The firm offers an integrated portal where clients can submit information, upload documents, communicate directly with the team, and track case progress in real time, ensuring transparency, efficiency, and continuous support.
Having personally navigated the U.S. immigration system as an immigrant from Mexico, Miguel brings a unique perspective to his practice. This personal journey fuels his dedication to helping others confidently manage their immigration and business needs. In addition to his legal practice, he is deeply committed to community service, regularly offering pro bono representation to those facing financial hardships or adverse circumstances.
At US Visa LATAM, Miguel combines human compassion with technological innovation to provide a redefined approach to immigration law, empowering clients.
- American University Washington College of Law
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- Rice University
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- Attorney
- Galer Law Firm
- Current
- Legal Coordinator Central America and the Caribbean
- General Motors
- Current
- Attorney
- State Bar of Texas
- Mexican Attorney
- Universidad Iberoamericana
- Paralegal Certification
- Rice University
- LLM International Law
- American University
- AILA
- attorney
- Current
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- Texas
- State Bar of Texas
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- Immigration Law
- Citizenship, Family Visas, Green Cards, Immigration Appeals, Investment Visas, Marriage & Fiancé(e) Visas, Student Visas, Work Visas
- English
- Spanish
- Q. Does Signing an HOA Recall Petition Affect H1B Visa Holders?
- A: Your H-1B status is tied to the specific employer that sponsored your visa. Receiving fees or compensation from another entity for services performed may be considered unauthorized employment, which could jeopardize your visa status.
Volunteer and Non-Compensated Work:
• While unpaid volunteer work is generally allowed, it must be genuinely voluntary and not replace a paid position. For example, you can volunteer for a nonprofit or HOA, provided it does not involve receiving any form of payment or other compensation.
If you need specific guidance about potential involvement in HOA matters where compensation might be a factor, consulting with an immigration lawyer is strongly recommended ... Read More