- SEATTLE: 206-621-1110
- TACOMA: 253-572-1000
NOTE: We are not accepting new clients for immigration law cases at this time.
Although we are not accepting new cases for immigration law, we would be happy to take your call and try to point you in the right direction.
Assisting individuals with the labor certification process
One of the most common methods for individuals to obtain an employment-based green card is through labor certification, which is a multi-step process with several requirements. At the Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess in Washington State, our skilled immigration lawyers have a thorough understanding of the labor certification process and can assist you and your potential employer in obtaining your permanent resident status so that you may live and work in the U.S.
If you would like to find out more about how we can help you with labor certification, please call one of our offices in Seattle at 206-621-1110 or Tacoma at 253-572-1000.
Requirements for labor certification
There are several criteria that must be met for a successful labor certification application, including the following:
- The employer must be hiring the individual as a full-time employee.
- The position must be permanent and cannot be seasonal or temporary (temporary work visas may be available for seasonal or temporary positions).
- The employer must provide at a minimum the “prevailing wage” for the type of position in question. Simply put, the prevailing wage is the average amount a similarly qualified employee would receive based on data published by the Department of Labor (DOL).
- There must be reasonable job requirements for the position that would traditionally be required in a similar position and may not be specifically based on the applicant’s education and background nor “unduly restrictive.”
- The employer must demonstrate that no qualified individuals exist for the position who are already in the U.S.
- An employer will submit an application to the DOL to be processed through PERM (Program Electronic Review Management). If the DOL “certifies” the application, the employer can file a petition to hire a foreign employee and the employee can apply for permanent residency status and work authorization.
Discuss your situation with a Washington labor certification lawyer today
The labor certification process can be complicated and our team of immigration attorneys can help you navigate the application process to ensure your best chances of obtaining your green card.
Please contact the Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess in Seattle or Tacoma at 206-621-1110 or 253-572-1000 as soon as possible.
Attorney Robert Dickson
The core of Rob’s legal practice is civil litigation, with an emphasis on construction, real estate, and business law. He represents a wide range of clients, from large construction companies to individual homeowners. His is a practical approach to law, which strives to balance the need for a successful legal outcome with a client’s financial goals (or constraints). Outside of his private practice, Rob serves as an adjunct professor at the Seattle University School of Law where he teaches real estate litigation. [ Attorney Bio ]
Thomas L. Dickson
Tom is an experienced litigator and the founding partner of the firm. For over 30 years, he’s helped clients prevail in their real estate, construction, and business law matters.
Heather Burgess
Heather represents property owners and developers in all phases of real estate development, from pre-acquisition due diligence through local permitting and appeals.
Robert P. Dickson
The core of Rob’s legal practice is civil litigation, with an emphasis on construction, real estate, and business law. He represents a wide range of clients, from large construction companies to individual homeowners.
Daniel J. Frohlich
Dan’s legal practice focuses on civil litigation, real estate law, business law and probate law. He has more than 10 years of experience as an attorney serving clients throughout Western Washington.
Mark S. Johnson
Mark’s legal practice focuses on civil litigation, real estate law, business law and family law. He works tirelessly to help his clients achieve the outcome they are looking for.
Trevor A. Zandell
Since graduating with honors from law school in 2005, Trevor has been serving the legal needs of businesses, individuals, and families across Southwest Washington.
Daniel E. Pizarro
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Daniel is active in the firm’s civil litigation department. His practice is mainly centered around real estate law, landlord-tenant law, construction law, and probate law.
Alexander J. Wisbey
Alexander Wisbey comes to the firm with 5 years of experience as a litigator and trial attorney. He has first chaired several jury trials and has extensive experience handling arbitrations, mediations, depositions, and settlements.
Andrew Hata
Andrew is the head of our Transactional Department and focuses his practice on corporate governance, real estate transactions, commercial contracts, and corporate finance.
Kelley Duggan
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Kelley practices in a wide range of areas, including estate planning, probate, civil litigation, and intellectual property law.
Cambria A. Queen
Cambria is an Associate with Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess in the civil litigation department, where she practices primarily real estate and probate law.
George Knight
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, George is active in the firm’s civil litigation and transactional departments. His practice is mainly centered around business law, real estate law, construction law, employment law, and probate law.
Chris Pierce-Wright
Chris comes to Phillips Burgess Tacoma from Seattle, where he served as an associate attorney focused on insurance litigation with Wilson Smith Cochran Dickerson.
Jennifer Yoo
Jennifer is an associate attorney at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess where her current practice focuses on real estate law, contract and commercial disputes, and business law.
Katherine E. Baals
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Katherine practices in a range of areas, including real estate, construction, business, and civil litigation.
Kenneth Chan
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, PLLC, Kenny is active in the firm’s civil litigation and transactional departments. Prior to working at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Kenny was an in-house attorney for a Fortune 100 company.
Brian Buske
Following his graduation from Lewis & Clark Law School, Brian garnered valuable client experience working on international compliance and intellectual property issues.
Kyla S. Bennett
As an associate at Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, Kyla practices in a range of areas, including real estate, land use, and civil litigation.
