<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[In-House Counsel, PLLC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Business Immigration Law | H-2B Visas]]></description><link>https://www.ihcpllc.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:04:21 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.ihcpllc.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Is It Worth Hiring an Immigration Attorney for H-2B?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Short answer: Yes—if you care about actually getting workers Where Employers Struggle The H-2B process is not intuitive. Most breakdowns happen with: Missing the filing window (especially January lottery) Delays between steps that stall the case Slow or incomplete responses to government notices Poor coordination between stages  This is a timing problem more than anything else. What an Attorney Actually Helps With A good H-2B attorney keeps the process moving: Files at the right time...]]></description><link>https://www.ihcpllc.com/post/is-it-worth-hiring-an-immigration-attorney-for-h-2b</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d6ba7289f9e676eca1cd90</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:47:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/198c45_486f2a707ce34592a8e4799e693f0723~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>jessicaihc</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Difficult Is It to Get an H-2B Visa Approved?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Short answer: It’s not easy—but it’s not impossible if it’s done right. What Makes It Difficult The challenge isn’t just the paperwork—it’s the structure of the program. There’s a cap (limited visas) Timing is strict Every step has to line up correctly  You’re not just applying—you’re competing for a spot. Where Things Go Sideways Most cases don’t fail because the business “doesn’t qualify.”They fail because of execution issues: Weak or inconsistent job orders Problems during recruitment...]]></description><link>https://www.ihcpllc.com/post/how-difficult-is-it-to-get-an-h-2b-visa-approved</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d6bcc9bf4ea4bc230803fa</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:47:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/198c45_486f2a707ce34592a8e4799e693f0723~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>jessicaihc</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Long Does an H-2B Visa Application Take?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Short answer: 4–6 months minimum  from start to worker arrival. There is no shortcut, and timing is not flexible. The Basic Timeline PWD (Prevailing Wage)  → ~2–3 months Labor Certification (ETA-9142B)  → ~2–3 months Includes lottery, recruitment, and possible NOD USCIS (I-129)  → 15 days (premium) or 2–3 months Consulate &#38; Entry  → ~2–6 weeks What Affects Timing Lottery selection (January filings for April starts) Government processing delays Policy shifts under different administrations The...]]></description><link>https://www.ihcpllc.com/post/how-long-does-an-h-2b-visa-application-take</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d6b8fe0b7119100dfec6ae</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:47:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/198c45_486f2a707ce34592a8e4799e693f0723~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>jessicaihc</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Do I Verify an Immigration Attorney’s Credentials?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Short answer: Check that they’re licensed, experienced, and actually handle H-2B cases regularly. Start With the Basics Make sure they are: A licensed attorney in good standing  (verified through their state bar) Or an accredited representative  through the Department of Justice (EOIR)  If they can’t clear this step, stop there. What Actually Matters Beyond Licensing Not all immigration attorneys handle H-2B. Ask: How many H-2B cases do you handle each year? What types of businesses do you...]]></description><link>https://www.ihcpllc.com/post/how-do-i-verify-an-immigration-attorney-s-credentials</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d6c84089f9e676eca1ee2e</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 21:32:18 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>jessicaihc</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Is the H-2B 3/4 Rule?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The H-2B “three-fourths rule” is a mandatory wage guarantee  under 20 CFR § 655.20(f) . In simple terms: You must offer workers at least 75% of the hours listed in your job order . What That Means for You If you promise: 40 hours/week for 12 weeks = 480 hours You are required to offer: 360 hours (75%) If you only provide 300 hours?→ You still owe pay for the missing 60. How It’s Measured 120+ day jobs → measured in 12-week periods Shorter jobs → measured in 6-week periods You can violate the...]]></description><link>https://www.ihcpllc.com/post/what-is-the-h-2b-3-4-rule</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d6b432a51db32c14c080d6</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:02:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/198c45_486f2a707ce34592a8e4799e693f0723~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>jessicaihc</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>