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Emily Sumner

Founding Attorney
Phone: (804) 396-3412
Fax: (804) 980-7753
Emily Sumner is the founding senior partner of Sumner Immigration Law. She has practiced immigration law exclusively throughout her career, focusing on development of systems and procedures that streamline and simplify the visa process and that decre…

Practice Areas

Business-based Immigration
P-3 Visa for Culturally Unique Artists and Entertainers
Family-based Immigration
Researchers and Professors
How to Find a Great EB-1 or National Interest Waiver Attorney
What Are the Requirements for the EB-1 Visa (Alien of Extraordinary Ability/Outstanding Researcher or Professor) or National Interest Waiver Petition?
EB-1A Alien of Extraordinary Ability Visa Requirements
EB-1B Outstanding Researcher or Professor Criteria
National Interest Waiver Criteria
Permanent Residency

LGBTQ friendly AntiRacism

Recent blog posts

May
4
2021
TRAVELING AS A GREEN CARD HOLDER IN TIMES OF COVID: PART 2
Traveling overseas for an extended period of time when you have a green card (permanent residence card) has always been tricky. However, it has become even trickier during the Covid pandemic. This is the second of a series of blog posts about traveli… Read More
Apr
21
2021
Traveling as a Green Card Holder in Times of Covid: Part 1
Traveling overseas for an extended period of time when you have a green card (permanent residence card) has always been tricky. However, it has become even trickier during the Covid pandemic. We’re publishing a series of blog posts about travel… Read More
Apr
7
2021
When to begin PERM labor certification recruitment - Wait or Do It Now?
One of the key elements of a successful PERM labor certification process is timing. There are many deadlines and timelines to track within the PERM process, and timing can make or break a PERM labor certification case. One of the strategic decisions… Read More

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“I worked with Emily Sumner and her office for filing my N 400 and I had a wonderful experience. She was very quick in responding to my emails and was always very prompt and thorough with all my questions and concerns. I would definitely recommend her… Read More"
“It was a great experience to work with Emily. She is very responsible, nice and, always responds to my emails quickly, and answers any questions I have. She keeps me updated. Her team is also very friendly. It was a great choice! Read More"

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