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PERM Labor Certification Lawyer in Dallas

PERM is the Department of Labor's labor certification process, generally required before a U.S. employer can sponsor a worker for an EB-2 or EB-3 immigrant visa.

Who Is the PERM For?

→ Employers seeking to sponsor a foreign worker for most EB-2 or EB-3 green card categories
→ Positions where the employer must first test the U.S. labor market
→ Workers whose green card process begins with establishing that no qualified, willing, and available U.S. worker exists for the role

Who Qualifies

The employer must conduct a good-faith recruitment effort, document the prevailing wage for the position, and show it will pay at least that wage. The process is designed to protect U.S. workers' wages and job opportunities while confirming a genuine need for the foreign worker's skills.

How to Apply

Employers first request a prevailing wage determination (Form ETA-9141), complete recruitment, then file the labor certification application (ETA Form 9089) with the Department of Labor. Once certified, the employer files Form I-140 with USCIS.

Our Application Process

01
Initial Consultation
We review your circumstances, goals, and timeline to identify the right visa strategy and confirm eligibility.
02
Document Preparation
Our team compiles and reviews every required form and piece of supporting evidence for accuracy and compliance.
03
Filing & Follow-Through
We submit your case, track every deadline and government notice, and respond promptly to any requests for evidence.
04
Interview & Ongoing Support
Where an interview is required, we prepare you thoroughly, and we stay available for questions through final approval.

Period of Stay & Processing

PERM processing, including required recruitment steps, typically takes several months to over a year before certification is issued.

This overview is for general information only and is not legal advice. Current forms, fees, and eligibility rules should always be confirmed against official USCIS and U.S. Department of State guidance, or with one of our attorneys, before filing.

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Quick Facts
Category
Labor Certification (precursor to EB-2/EB-3)
Sponsor
Sponsor: employer
Typical Duration
Several months to 1+ year
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