Friday, April 17th, 2026
From E-2 to EB-1C: Rethinking the “Visa Progression” Assumption By Orlando Ortega-Medina, Esq. Many E-2 investors assume that transitioning to EB-1C permanent residence requires first passing through L-1A status. This is a common—and understandable—view, given the similarities between the two categories. In practice, however, the relationship between them is often misunderstood. The Source of the
Friday, April 17th, 2026
Foreign Industrial Film Crews in the U.S.: The Overlooked Visa Challenge By Orlando Ortega-Medina, Esq. Most visa discussions in the entertainment industry focus on actors and high-profile productions. Less attention is paid to the growing number of foreign production companies entering the United States to deliver corporate and “industrial” film work—where the immigration challenges are
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Over the past few years, the film and television industry has undergone a major transformation. With the rise of streaming platforms, storytelling is no longer confined by geography. Today’s productions are increasingly international in scope, with narratives unfolding across multiple countries—sometimes within a single episode. Series like 3 Body Problem and productions such as Sense8
