The Law Office of Michelle Prasad
Exclusively Practicing United States Immigration and Naturalization Law
Meet Attorney Michelle Prasad
Immigration Attorney & Founder, The Law Office of Michelle Prasad, PLLC
With over a decade of experience in immigration law, Michelle Prasad is a dedicated advocate for individuals and families navigating the U.S. immigration system.
Before founding The Law Office of Michelle Prasad, PLLC in Falls Church, Virginia, she successfully co-owned The Northern Virginia Immigration Law Firm for eight years, establishing a strong reputation for client-focused representation.
Michelle’s legal career spans diverse and prestigious roles, including working for a Supreme Court Justice at the Indiana State Supreme Court, earning recognition from the Illinois Governor for her contributions at the Illinois Human Rights Commission, and gaining international experience at top law firms in Shanghai and Cambodia where she focused on business and human rights law and litigation. She has also served in Federal Canadian Law Enforcement, further broadening her global legal perspective.
As an immigrant from Canada, Michelle personally understands the complexities and challenges of the U.S. immigration process. She takes a personalized, client-centered approach, ensuring transparent, timely communication and strategic legal guidance tailored to each client’s unique case.
Michelle has been licensed to practice law in Maryland since 2015 and remains a Member in Good Standing with the Maryland State Bar. She is also admitted to practice before the Fourth Circuit United States Court of Appeals and is an active Member of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA). Though based in Virginia, she is licensed to represent clients in immigration matters nationwide.
If you are seeking a knowledgeable, compassionate, and results-driven immigration attorney, Michelle Prasad is here to guide you through every step of your journey.
Your Business Immigration Lawyer
At The Law Firm of Michelle Prasad, I do one thing—and I do it exceptionally well: business immigration law.
This exclusive focus means you're not hiring a generalist. You're partnering with a law firm that lives and breathes employment-based immigration, with the agility to respond quickly and effectively in a fast-changing legal environment.
Whether you're a multinational corporation transferring executives, a startup sponsoring critical talent, or a skilled professional seeking to build your future in the United States, I provide strategic legal guidance every step of the way. My deep expertise in employment-based immigration allows me to efficiently manage even the most nuanced cases—from initial petition through long-term compliance.
When your workforce is global, your immigration counsel should be too.
That’s why companies across industries trust me to help build their teams and keep them moving.
Types of Business Immigration Visas in the U.S.
I provide full-service legal support across the spectrum of U.S. business immigration,
including temporary work visas and employment-based green cards:
Temporary (Non-Immigrant) Work Visas
I help secure the right visa for your talent—quickly and compliantly.
H-1B – Specialty Occupations (Professionals with a bachelor's degree or higher)
L-1A / L-1B – Intra-Company Transferees (Managers/Executives and Specialized Knowledge Staff)
O-1 – Individuals with Extraordinary Ability or Achievement
TN – Professionals under NAFTA/USMCA (Canada and Mexico)
E-1 / E-2 – Treaty Traders and Treaty Investors
E-3 – Specialty Occupation Workers from Australia
H-2A – Temporary Agricultural Workers
H-2B – Temporary Non-Agricultural Workers
B-1 in lieu of H-1B – Short-Term Business Visitors Performing Work Activities
R-1 – Religious Workers
J-1 – Exchange Visitors (including interns, trainees, and researchers)
—————————————Permanent (Immigrant) Employment-Based Visas (Green Cards)
I provide long-term immigration solutions for
employers and individuals seeking permanent residency in the U.S.EB-1A – Individuals with Extraordinary Ability
EB-1B – Outstanding Professors and Researchers
EB-1C – Multinational Managers and Executives
EB-2 – Professionals with Advanced Degrees or Exceptional Ability (including National Interest Waivers)
EB-3 – Skilled Workers, Professionals, and Other Workers
EB-4 – Special Immigrants (including religious workers and certain employees of international organizations)
EB-5 – Immigrant Investors (Investment-based green card)
At The Law Firm of Michelle Prasad, I guide clients through every stage of the business immigration process—from strategic planning and petition preparation to compliance and adjustment of status.
My practice is rooted in precision, integrity, and a commitment to helping clients meet their immigration goals.
Contact me today to schedule a consultation and learn how I can support your business immigration needs.
In the Media
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Michelle Prasad, Voted as a Top Lawyer in Northern Virginia Magazine
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I AM PROUD TO SERVE IMMIGRANTS LOCALLY...
Virginia: Alexandria, Arlington, Ashburn, Annandale, Chantilly, Falls Church, Fairfax, Gainesville, Leesburg, Manassas, Richmond, Springfield, Sterling, Vienna, Woodbridge
Maryland: Bethesda, Beltsville, Baltimore, College Park, Potomac, Rockville, Silver Springs
Washington D.C.
AND NATIONWIDE:
Texas, Arizona, California, Florida, North Carolina, Georgia, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Nevada, Delaware, South Carolina, Tennessee, Minnesota, Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Utah, Arkansas, Missouri, Indiana, Kansas, Montana, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin, Michigan, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, Oklahoma, Idaho, Wyoming, Nebraska, Kentucky, Illinois, West Virginia, Connecticut, Vermont, Maine, Rhode Island, New Hampshire
Contact my office today.
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All consultations are a non-refundable amount of $250 USD and must be paid prior to the start of the appointment. A secure payment link to LawPay will be sent to your email address prior to the consultation. This amount will be credited to your account should you decide to retain.
Consultations may be done in person or virtually.